Fort Worth Criminal Defense Blog

What is the Age of Consent in Texas? August 14, 2019

In Texas, the age of consent is 17-years-old. The “age of consent” refers to the minimum age at which a child can legally consent to sexual activity and sexual intercourse. Across the nation, the age ...

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When is DWI a Felony in Texas? July 18, 2019

In all states, it is against the law to drive on a public road while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, including lawfully prescribed drugs. The offense of driving while intoxicated (DWI) is ...

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Aggravated Assault Charges in Fort Worth June 14, 2019

People have been having physical altercations for a very long time and they are nothing new. In the earlier parts of the 20th Century, two people may have a verbal altercation that turns physical, but ...

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Second DWI Penalties in Texas May 15, 2019

Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is criminalized in all states. Here in Texas, the crime is referred to as “ driving while intoxicated ” and is covered under Section 49.04 of the Texas ...

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Assault Charges in Fort Worth April 3, 2019

In previous generations, it wasn’t uncommon for people to get into a fight, shake hands and walk away. Sometimes they even became friends. Other times, people’s fights would turn physical, but ...

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Can I Get Fired for a DWI? March 6, 2019

If you’re facing driving while intoxicated (DWI) charges in Fort Worth or anywhere else in Texas, you likely have these questions: “Will I go to jail? How much will my fines be? Will my driver license ...

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