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What are the consequences of an assault charge?

According to HG.org, a person can be charged with assault even if no injuries take place. Even the threat of injury can be enough to cause an assault charge, provided that the person being threatened is under the reasonable belief that he or she is at risk of serious harm at the hands of the … Read More

Are 3D-printed guns legal?

3D-printing allows people to render all sorts of objects in the comfort and privacy of their own homes. This burgeoning technology has also been used to create components of working guns, which has resulted in many questions regarding the legality of these weapons. USA Today explains some of the legal issues revolving around 3D-printed guns … Read More

What happens after a DWI?

A DWI arrest is a very serious matter in Texas. Along with endangering the lives of other drivers, people who are charged with this offense face a number of serious consequences, including jail time, fines, and loss of license. Very Well Mind explains some of the additional consequences of a DWI. Ignition interlock An ignition … Read More

Your rights after a DWI arrest

A DWI conviction on your record can seriously upend your life. You need to fight these charges, and a vital component of that involves using your constitutional. Driving while intoxicated is a serious charge, but you can fight it more effectively if you know what to do from the moment the officer arrests you. Know … Read More

What should I do if my child is shoplifting?

It’s disheartening to learn that your child is stealing. When this occurs, it’s best for parents to talk to their kids in a calm and rational matter to get to the heart of the issue. Kid’s Health offers the following advice to Texas parents faced with the knowledge that their child is shoplifting. Your reaction … Read More

When should I seek treatment for drug addiction?

If you were recently convicted of a drug crime in Plano, you may be interested in addiction treatment. Drug addiction is a very serious matter that can have an impact on all areas of your life, from interpersonal relationships to professional obligations. The Mayo Clinic explains some of the different treatment options for drug addiction, … Read More

Applying to get your child’s juvenile record sealed

You want your child to have the best possible chances in life, and that means doing whatever you can to minimize the effects of a juvenile record with the Texas courts. We at the law office of Stephen H. Miller, Attorney at Law, often assist parents in filing a motion to seal the record. Your … Read More

Diversion program offers a new start after convictions

Everyone makes mistakes and has moments of poor judgment. Unfortunately, some of these mistakes could land you in jail or cost you a job. Even being in the wrong place at the wrong time could have devastating effects on your life. If you are facing criminal charges that could ruin your future, Collin County believes … Read More

What is the difference between a DUI and DWI in Texas?

If you are facing criminal charges pertaining to drinking and driving, you may feel confused about some of Texas’s drunk driving laws. Our state’s legal system is often complicated, and you are not sure what to make of the charges against you. One common point of confusion for Texans is the difference between a DUI … Read More

Eyewitness Misidentification Leading Cause Of Wrongful Convictions In TX

Contrary to what some may think, not all people behind bars have committed a crime. Since 1989, at least 325 people in the United States have been released from their prison sentences after DNA evidence proved their innocence. In some cases, innocent people were given the death penalty before the mistake was discovered years later. … Read More