Attempting to trick a breath test device is not only an approach to a stressful situation that is bound to be ineffective, but it is also an approach that features significant legal and practical risks. Breath test devices, used by law enforcement to measure blood...
There are a variety of different traffic violations that could lead to a ticket or possibly someone's arrest. In Texas, police officers actively monitor traffic for signs of illegal and unsafe behavior. When an officer believes that someone has driven while drunk,...
Money can make a difference in how much time accused persons in Texas spend in jail before their criminal trials. Some wait a long time because they can't make cash bail. This problem is especially difficult for poor women, who tend to spend the longest time behind...
Drug abuse remains prevalent in Texas and the rest of the nation, and new drugs find their way to the underground market all the time. Reports now emerge that people are using xylazine, which is an animal tranquilizer. Xylazine does not appear on the federal list of...
If you are pulled over while driving in Texas, your chances of receiving a ticket or being arrested will be far greater if you avoid some common mistakes. These mistakes fall into two main categories. The first kind is engaging in behavior that could antagonize the...
Walking in a straight line, heel to toe, turning and doing so again can be a challenging feat for many Texas motorists who have been pulled over after being suspected of impaired driving. Nevertheless, the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA)...
In Texas and other states, the recent surge in retail theft, witnessed as smash-and-grab robberies, self-checkout thefts and other forms of retail crime, continues making headlines. While frustrated citizens have become more vocal about the rising crimes, retail loss...
In Texas, the criminal justice system relies heavily on eyewitness testimony, although it is not always reliable. Several factors can lead witnesses to have flawed recall, which could lead to a wrongful conviction. Flawed eyewitness testimony can also cause a failure...
Stories about widespread crime are prevalent in Texas. Yet many Americans across the country prefer a prevention policy instead of a get-tough-on-crime policy supported by many politicians. A recent poll explains the reasons why people support this stance. Poll shows...
During a routine traffic stop in Idaho, a police dog detected drugs inside a vehicle. As a result, the officers searched the car, leading to the suspect's arrest on felony drug charges. However, the constitutionality of the search was called into question,...