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When someone is facing criminal charges, they want to conduct research and understand the seriousness of the charges. They…

If you’re being attacked, you have the right to defend yourself. In fact, Texas has several laws on the…

A criminal record can have profoundly negative effects on a person’s life. Convictions may prevent someone’s ability to get…

In Texas, the legal definition of a deadly weapon encompasses a broad range of items and has significant implications…

When someone is facing criminal charges, they want to conduct research and understand the seriousness of the charges. They…

A criminal record can have profoundly negative effects on a person’s life. Convictions may prevent someone’s ability to get…

Burglary Charges in Texas In Texas, burglary laws are separated into those committed in a home and those committed in a…

In Texas, the legal definition of a deadly weapon encompasses a broad range of items and has significant implications…

  In the eyes of the law, there really isn’t an “eye for an eye” approach. There are levels…

  According to the Brennan Center for Justice, nearly one-third of working-age adults have one despite the stigma attached…

At first glance, unlawful restraint and kidnapping may appear to be the same. They both involve restricting another person’s…

When someone is facing criminal charges, they want to conduct research and understand the seriousness of the charges. They…

The criminal trial process in the United States is complicated and expensive, which is why most cases never make…

Protecting yourself, loved ones, or your property from harm is probably an instinct for most people. However, doing so…

A criminal record can have profoundly negative effects on a person’s life. Convictions may prevent someone’s ability to get…

Before the end of the year, Texas is scheduled to execute four people. Last year, our state executed 13 men—a full…

When someone is facing criminal charges, they want to conduct research and understand the seriousness of the charges. They…

A criminal record can have profoundly negative effects on a person’s life. Convictions may prevent someone’s ability to get…

Aiding, abetting, and accessory liability are important legal concepts in criminal law. These legal distinctions prevent someone from using…

Drug manufacture and distribution laws are in place to deter related crimes, reduce the amount of controlled substances circulating…

When someone is facing criminal charges, they want to conduct research and understand the seriousness of the charges. They…

A criminal record can have profoundly negative effects on a person’s life. Convictions may prevent someone’s ability to get…

Standardized Field Sobriety Test Flaws Drivers may get a DWI charge without being impaired or intoxicated. You may have…

Texas has “Zero Tolerance” laws concerning minors and alcohol-related offenses. For the purposes of these statutes, a minor is…

When someone is facing criminal charges, they want to conduct research and understand the seriousness of the charges. They…

A criminal record can have profoundly negative effects on a person’s life. Convictions may prevent someone’s ability to get…

Miranda rights, also known as the Miranda warning, are an essential aspect of the United States criminal justice system.…

Aiding, abetting, and accessory liability are important legal concepts in criminal law. These legal distinctions prevent someone from using…

When someone is facing criminal charges, they want to conduct research and understand the seriousness of the charges. They…

A criminal record can have profoundly negative effects on a person’s life. Convictions may prevent someone’s ability to get…

At first glance, unlawful restraint and kidnapping may appear to be the same. They both involve restricting another person’s…

Any encounter with law enforcement officials can be scary. Everything that happens from the initial contact to an arrest…

Attorney Nico LaHood was recently featured in a My San Antonio article titled, “Up Close with former DA Nico LaHood.”…

LaHood Norton Law Group is an experienced team of former prosecutors now defending the accused to protect their innocence.…

Question: How have past experiences shaped the way you go about cases? Nico LaHood: Because of our past experiences not…

Question: What makes the LaHood Norton Law Group unique and what sets it apart from other law firms? Nico LaHood: Let me put…

For citizens of the United States, there is a high probability you will be summoned for jury duty at…

If you’re being attacked, you have the right to defend yourself. In fact, Texas has several laws on the…

The criminal trial process in the United States is complicated and expensive, which is why most cases never make…

Protecting yourself, loved ones, or your property from harm is probably an instinct for most people. However, doing so…

If you’re being attacked, you have the right to defend yourself. In fact, Texas has several laws on the…

A criminal record can have profoundly negative effects on a person’s life. Convictions may prevent someone’s ability to get…

At first glance, unlawful restraint and kidnapping may appear to be the same. They both involve restricting another person’s…

Electronic communication allows you to quickly contact a person. In fact, you can conveniently send multiple messages to the…

A criminal record can have profoundly negative effects on a person’s life. Convictions may prevent someone’s ability to get…

Miranda rights, also known as the Miranda warning, are an essential aspect of the United States criminal justice system.…

Because of their capabilities, cell phones contain a lot of personal information. For instance, they can have photos of…

In today’s age of smartphones, text messaging, emailing, and social media sharing, it’s easier than ever to send photos…

Sex crimes come with immense stigma and harsh punishments. Communities, especially parents, may turn against anyone accused of the crime—even…

If you’re a fan of dating apps, listen up. Just this month, a new law has banned sending explicit…

When someone is facing criminal charges, they want to conduct research and understand the seriousness of the charges. They…

Miranda rights, also known as the Miranda warning, are an essential aspect of the United States criminal justice system.…

Aiding, abetting, and accessory liability are important legal concepts in criminal law. These legal distinctions prevent someone from using…

The U.S. judicial system is anything but simple. You can be charged with a crime by the state government,…

Various situations may arise when you need equipment you don’t readily have on hand. For instance, if you’re moving…

Nowadays, many stores have self-checkout counters that conveniently allow a person to ring up and pay for their items…

Recent Laws Have Increased Penalties—and Your Chances of Being Charged Stealing mail is a federal crime but, until recently,…

Halloween is a fun time to celebrate with friends—and to spread a bit of mischief in the dark of…

  In the eyes of the law, there really isn’t an “eye for an eye” approach. There are levels…

If you’ve been contacted by law enforcement for information about a crime or have been charged with a crime,…

Nearly one in three Americans will have been arrested by age 23, according to information reported by the Brennan…

Protecting yourself, loved ones, or your property from harm is probably an instinct for most people. However, doing so…

In Texas, the legal definition of a deadly weapon encompasses a broad range of items and has significant implications…

You might have read or heard about someone in Texas being charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.…