In response to heightened safety risk and increased public concern about the dangers of driving while dialing or texting, many cities have imposed ‘hands-free’ laws. These laws make it illegal to drive while using your hands for a phone or other device. Instead, people are encouraged to use bluetooth and other hands-free technologies that allow […]
When the public learned that the state of Colorado was legalizing marijuana, there was a mixed reaction. On the one hand, there were individuals who strongly believed that legalizing marijuana would lead to an increase in crime and to an increase in marijuana use among minors. On the other side of the argument, there were […]
Miranda Rights, also known as the Miranda warning, is provided when a suspect is arrested by police officials or law enforcement after they are assumed to have committed an illegal crime. It is used to remind the individual of their 5th amendment right to remain silent and prevent incriminating themselves if they wish. The rights […]
What is the difference between a bail agent and a bounty hunter? A bail agent, also known as a bail bondsman or bail bond agent, posts bail for the release of a defendant from jail, in exchange for a fee. Upon authorization of a bail bond by a co-signer, family member, or the defendant, the […]
There is a difference between being charged with misdemeanor traffic offenses and felony type offenses. Simple violations are called infractions where the accused is given a ticket to appear in court to pay the fine. Misdemeanor offenses are usually more serious, involving an appearance in court to answer for the charges. The accused can be […]
What is Bail? Bail is considered money or property which is traded with a court in exchange for the release of a suspect from jail until court appearances. Bail is first addressed during arraignment of the defendant. The purpose of bail is to insure the defendant will appear in court for all scheduled appearances. The […]
When an immigrant is detained by the Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), they are entitled to request bail. The amount needed for the detainee’s release is determined by an immigration judge or by the ICE themselves. Immigration bail is similar to regular bail in that it’s meant to ensure the individual will appear […]
Nobody looks forward to getting a traffic ticket. The easiest way to avoid them is to know some of the reasons they are given. Listed below are the five most common types of traffic tickets issued. By knowing about these tickets, we can all ensure that we do our best to avoid getting issued them. […]
DUI means driving under the influence. DWI means driving while intoxicated. Either way, it means you’re driving drunk, and if you’re driving drunk in the State of Texas, you can be in big trouble. Texas takes its drunk driving laws very seriously, and so should you. A DUI/DWI can put you in jail, lighten your […]
Many defendants are given the opportunity to bail out of jail depending on the severity of their crimes. However, defendants who are given bail are expected to show up for court and adhere to any other conditions of their release during trial. What happens if someone skips bail or does not adhere to the conditions […]
