Unexpected Modes of Transportation That May Lead to a DWI Arrest
The hefty fines of a DWI can affect every part of your life. While you may try to avoid getting a DWI by using an alternate form of transportation, Texas…
Are there racial disparities in the juvenile justice system?
According to the U.S. Department of Justice’s Department of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, racial and ethnic disparities exist in every processing stage in the juvenile justice system, and they…
What should I wear for a court hearing?
If you’re Googling “what to wear to a court hearing?” it’s likely that you have a court date on the horizon. At some point in their lives, most people will…
When can drug dogs violate your rights?
The U.S. Constitution’s Fourth Amendment protects citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures. Still, everyday Americans have their rights violated in “unreasonable intrusions by the government.” One type of search often…
Possession Penalties: How can a Marijuana Drug Charge Affect My Life?
While states across the nation take steps to legalize marijuana, the Texas legislator has not made any significant steps toward legalization. Except for a few, rare, medical exceptions. marijuana is…
Yes, it is legal to record the police. Here’s what you should know
The world watched in horror as a Minneapolis Police Officer kept his knee in the neck of George Floyd, suffocating him until he lost consciousness and died. Floyd’s death has…
What to Look for When Hiring a Criminal Defense Lawyer
Being arrested or charged with a criminal offense can be one of the most stressful and scary moments of a person’s life. You see your life flash before your eyes,…
Quality Mediation Services in Killeen, TX
The Carlson Law Firm offers mediation services by local family and criminal law attorney, Steve Walden. Steve has over 20 years’ experience actively litigating military, criminal, and family law cases.…
How do police detect speeds before making a traffic stop?
You’ve gotten lost in your thoughts while making the three-hour drive to your family’s house for Christmas. Unfortunately, your mind was so clouded that you didn’t notice the sign lowering…
Job Hunting with a Criminal Record
According to the New York University School of Law, nearly one-third of the adult working population has a criminal record. Getting convicted of a crime, or even arrested, can feel…
