A Houston teen will not be charged for fatally stabbing her father because police believe it was done in self-defense. The teen girl, 17, reportedly was in an altercation with her father early ... Continue Reading
Houston Authorities Crack Down on Violent Crime
According to a news report by KTRK ABC 13, the U.S. Attorney's office in Harris County and other local law enforcement leaders have announced federal arrests of suspects for a variety of offenses, ... Continue Reading
New Texas Law Limits Bail for Violent Offenders
A new Texas law signed by Gov. Greg Abbott in Houston on Monday, Sept. 13 attempts to keep some arrested persons in jail if they have a previous criminal record, even though they haven’t had their day ... Continue Reading
Houston Homicides Spike Despite Severe Penalties in Texas
The number of homicides have spiked this year in Houston, despite the fact that Texas penalties are severe. According to the Houston Police Department, Houston recorded 222 homicides as of June 21, ... Continue Reading
Strangulation Can Make Domestic Violence Charge Worse
Individuals who are arrested for domestic violence can face a more serious charge if strangulation is asserted to have occurred during the incident. Take the case of Chad Wheeler, who played football ... Continue Reading
Alternatives to Jail, Prison for Domestic Violence in Texas
If you or a family member face a charge of domestic violence, you should know that Texas has alternatives to jail or prison for domestic violence convictions. These alternatives to incarceration ... Continue Reading
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