McKinney Criminal Defense Blog
A drug conviction may no longer mean a loss of financial aid
In the past, college students who were also financial aid recipients could find their aid packages threatened after receiving convictions on drug-related criminal charges. However, a congressional committee recently took steps to change this, which could prove to be a...
What is a minor in possession law?
Juveniles in Possession of Alcohol and Drugs When you get caught using or carrying an illegal substance while underage, it may seem as if there is no way to argue against a charge. However, learning more about what minor in possession laws are can be helpful for...
Why are your Miranda rights so crucial?
You probably think you know your Miranda rights from watching fictional law enforcement officers recite them so many times on TV or in the movies. But do you? More importantly, do you understand when these rights come into play? FindLaw recapitulates the four Miranda...
How does Texas determine child custody?
When you face a divorce as a parent, the well-being of your children is of your utmost concern. Texas presumes that parents will have joint legal and physical custody, also called conservatorship, of minor children. Knowing what to expect when you negotiate a child...
How can juvenile delinquency be prevented?
Most kids who engage in juvenile delinquency exhibit a pattern of behavior that points to future run-ins with the law. Preventing juvenile delinquency before a major transgression occurs is considered the best course of action to ensure a child has a life full of...
Can I go to college after a criminal conviction?
A criminal record can limit your options if you want to go back to school. As tough as it may seem, though, it is not impossible. But before you make the final decision, it is essential to learn what your limitations may be and how you can overcome them. Two critical...
Is a mental health issue contributing to your substance abuse struggles?
Your recent arrest for a drug crime in Texas served as quite a wake-up call. While mounting your defense, have you considered whether a mental health illness may have contributed to your ongoing struggles with substance abuse? HelpGuide shines a light on the matter....
A new child sexual abuse bill and its effects
The State House in Texas approved a new bill to extend the time for child sexual abuse victims to make reports and sue the perpetrators and institutions in a civil court. According to the bill, the timeframe for reporting a child sexual abuse crime will double. CBS7...
Can criminal charges affect your future employment options?
If you have been accused of committing a crime in Texas and are staring a conviction down, one thing to seriously consider is how a conviction can affect your future employment opportunities. Even after you have served your sentence, the reality of a criminal record...
Ramifications of juvenile vandalism
Vandalism is the act of purposely damaging another person’s property. When an underage person commits this crime, it is juvenile vandalism. The consequences of this crime affect both the juvenile offender and the parents. There were 30,600 juvenile arrests for...
