Texas has a well-earned reputation for being a state that is quite hard on criminal offenders. Not only do violent offenders run the risk of the death penalty, but those accused of non-violent offenses often face harsh sentences as well. Drug offenses, in particular, can lead to serious penalties for [...]

When it comes to the rights of an individual under arrest by law enforcement, the right to remain silent is one of the most universally acknowledged across the United States. After all, everyone has seen a movie or TV show where law enforcement officers rattle off the Miranda Warning as [...]