What You Need to Know as a First Time Offender
Few things in life are more overwhelming and frightening than being charged with a crime. If you’re a first time …
Criminal law
Your Options After Being Exonerated for a Crime
The American criminal justice system provides that a person accused of a crime is innocent until proven guilty. Unfortunately, this …
Austin Sheffield Deep Ellum Beating: Was The Dallas Police Department Right To Present Charges for L’Daijonique Lee?
In the aftermath of the beating of L’Daijonique Lee by Austin Sheffield in Deep Ellum in Dallas, which was captured …
Causing Injury to a Child in Texas: Can You Be Charged For Failing To Protect A Child?
Under section 22.04 of the Texas Penal Code, causing injury to a child (defined as someone fourteen or under), is …
Texas Felonies: If a Defendant Is Clearly Guilty, Should They Still Hire The Best Lawyer?
Dallas Criminal Defense Attorney John Helms explains how a defendant or their loved one should always choose to hire the …
What Not To Do When You Are Under Federal Investigation
A federal investigation is serious business. If you’re in Texas take it seriously and contact Dallas federal criminal defense lawyer …
Can Being a Confidential Informant Reduce Your Drug Charges?
A confidential informant, who may sometimes be referred to as a “criminal informant,” is an individual who pretends to engage …
Do Members of the Military Have the Same Rights as Civilians?
If you or a loved one serve in the military, it’s important to understand that servicemembers don’t have the same …
5 Surprising Facts About Crime
Many people believe that crime is on the rise, but is this really true? The news often features stories about …
The Penalties for Property Damage Crimes in Texas
Whether it involves smashing a car window or spraying graffiti on a building, property damage crimes can result in many …