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
Prison Terms Vary for Family Violence & Domestic Assault in Texas
Prison sentences for family violence or domestic assault can vary greatly but most involve many years behind bars—and convictions can come even during the COVID-19 pandemic. Take 2 recent Houston-area ... Continue Reading
Johnny Depp Accuser ‘Twisted’ Assault Tale, Witness Says
Amber Heard, ex-wife of film star Johnny Depp, “twisted” the truth of another woman’s violent sexual assault to serve her own purposes, the woman said in a witness statement in Depp’s libel ... Continue Reading
‘Empire’ Actor Bryshere Gray Arrested For Domestic Assault in Arizona
Domestic assault and family violence incidents are rising during the sheltering-in-place strictures of the coronavirus pandemic. Couples who already were experiencing friction in their relationship ... Continue Reading
Yes, Women Can Be Charged with Domestic Violence in Texas Too
There’s a common misconception that only men are accused of domestic violence for attacking a woman. But anyone can be charged with domestic violence in Texas, as evidenced by the recent arrest of the ... Continue Reading
What is a Deadly Weapon in an Aggravated Assault Charge in Texas?
Do you face a charge of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon in the Houston area or elsewhere in Southeast Texas? If so, you should be aware of what is considered a deadly weapon in an aggravated ... Continue Reading