If A Grand Jury Would Indict A Ham Sandwich
Experienced federal criminal defense lawyer John Helms explains what indictments are and why they can make a difference in federal
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Can Facial Recognition Software Lead to False Arrests?
Experienced federal criminal defense lawyer John Helms discusses the rise in facial recognition software and how it can lead to
Right to Protest: 5 Important Things to Know
One of the things that distinguish the United States from other countries — particularly those known for not giving their
Your Rights in the 100-Mile Border Zone
The United States is a vast country. As Texans know, you can drive for 100 miles or more without even
Why Federal Sentences for Distributing Methamphetamine are Disproportionately Longer Than for Cocaine or Heroin, and What Can Be Done About It
It would probably surprise most people to learn that, in practice, in many federal courts, a sentence for distributing 1.7
Texas Drug and Theft Cases—What Is Engaging In Organized Criminal Activity?
Texas has a crime called Engaging In Organized Criminal Activity (“EOCA”). It sounds like it means that the accused has