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Conroe, TX Crime Rate and Statistics [2024 Updated]
According to information gathered from the FBI and AreaVibes, the crime rate in Conroe, Texas, is 1% higher than the national average as of late 2023. The small city of Conroe rests just north of Houston, with a population hovering around 101,000 people. Some citizens…
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Houston, TX Crime Rate and Statistics [2024 Updated]
According to statistics from the FBI and Security.org, Houston, Texas, remains the fourth most dangerous city in the United States when it comes to violent crimes, with 25,609 violent crimes reported since 2017. The Houston, TX, crime rate tends to hover fairly high, as it…
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2024 How Much Does a Criminal Defense Attorney Cost in Texas?
Facing criminal charges, whether a low-level misdemeanor or a Class A felony, is distressing. Regardless of innocence, a criminal conviction has a direct impact on your life, as well as far-reaching ripple effects. It is common knowledge that working with a criminal defense attorney in…
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Misdemeanor vs. Felony in Texas: What’s the Difference? 2024
Nearly all criminal charges outlined in the Texas Penal Code can be categorized into one of two types of offense: misdemeanors and felonies. Generally, misdemeanors represent lesser crimes and carry lighter penalties, while felonies are far more serious and are more severely punished. Nevertheless, both…
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Texas Gun Laws – All You Need To Know
Gun Laws in Texas The state of Texas has a long history with firearms, and as of 2024, there have been several changes to the state's gun laws. In 2021, HB 1927 was signed into law, allowing Texans to carry handguns without a license or…
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Texas Crime Rate by City 2024
Texas has a population of over 29 million residents, almost 300,000 square miles of land, and is easily one of the largest states in all of the U.S. Because of its size and location; there are thousands of cities across the state that allow residents…
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What Is the Difference Between Homicide, Murder, and Manslaughter in Texas?
Facing criminal charges of any kind can be a life-changing experience, and the penalties for taking another life are some of the most severe that may be assigned under state law. The terms homicide, murder, and manslaughter are often used interchangeably, but the reality is…
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Threats as Justifiable Force – a defense to Felony Aggravated Assault
In Texas, we love our guns. You almost have to assume that every motorist is carrying a handgun in their vehicles. Furthermore, many gun enthusiasts love the idea of obtaining a license to carry, so that they can go about their lives with extra peace…
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Felon in Possession of a Firearm in Texas
I recently represented a client charged with felon in possession of a firearm, a 3rd degree felony with a potential punishment range of 2-10 years in prison. He was stopped on a minor traffic violation and, after police learned that he had several outstanding traffic…
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How to Hire the Right Criminal Defense Lawyer in Houston, TX
In today’s world of social media, smartphones, internet marketing, and with there being a surplus of lawyers in the marketplace, deciding which lawyer to hire for a criminal charge can be a daunting task, especially for those with no experience in the criminal justice system.…
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