Many members of the military have custody of their children or are afforded visitation rights if the service member and the child's other parent are not married. Many active duty military members are absent for long periods of time due to deployment and this can...
Situations where police are permitted to search vehicles
The courts in Texas and around the country take the public's right to privacy seriously, and evidence gathered during searches that are deemed to have violated the Fourth Amendment cannot be used in court. Police officers are usually required to obtain a warrant or...
Spending time with children who live more than 100 miles away
Even if you live more than 100 miles away from your children and the parent they usually live with, Texas law recognizes your desire to spend time with them. Standard Possession Orders outline specific rules that both parents must follow if they cannot reach an...
Key points about being pulled over in a DUI investigation
In Texas, people will undoubtedly be worried and fearful when they see a police cruiser in their rearview mirror signaling for them to stop. If it is part of an investigation to see if the driver is under the influence, the possibility of an arrest and the long-term...