Texas Criminal Defense Insights — page 59
Practical, statute-anchored guides on Texas criminal defense — bond practice, suppression, probation, and license-defense intersections.
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Texas DWI Laws — Complete Reference for 2026
Complete reference for Texas DWI laws in 2026: PC §49.04 et seq., implied consent, ALR, deferred adjudication, ignition interlock, surcharges, recent...
2nd DWI in Texas — Penalties and Defense Strategies
2nd DWI in Texas is a Class A misdemeanor: up to 1 year jail, $4,000 fine, 30-day mandatory minimum, 180-day to 2-year license suspension. Defense angles.
DWI vs DUI in Texas — What's the Difference and Why It Matters
In Texas, DWI applies to adults 21+ under Penal Code §49.04. DUI is the underage offense for drivers under 21 under Alcoholic Beverage Code §106.041.
DWI in Texas — Complete Guide to Charges, Penalties, and Defense
Complete guide to Texas DWI: PC §49.04, BAC limits, license suspension, breath/blood tests, deferred adjudication, defense strategies, plea outcomes.
First Offense DWI in Texas Can Result In These Penalties
First DWI in Texas: Class B misdemeanor, up to 180 days jail, $2,000 fine, 90-day to 1-year license suspension, surcharges. Class A if BAC over 0.15.
Is Blackmail Illegal in Texas? Coercion Charges Under the Penal Code
Blackmail is illegal in Texas under multiple Penal Code provisions — coercion (§1.07), theft (§31.03), and others.
Is Lane Splitting Illegal in Texas? Motorcycle Traffic Laws
Lane splitting is illegal in Texas. Motorcyclists cannot legally ride between lanes of slow-moving traffic. Class C misdemeanor with up to $200 fine plus.
Are Radar Detectors Illegal in Texas?
Radar detectors are LEGAL in Texas for passenger vehicles. Federal Communications Act protects civilian radar detection.
Is Prank Calling Illegal in Texas? Harassment Charges Explained
Prank calling can be charged as harassment in Texas under Penal Code §42.07. Class B misdemeanor. Repeat or threatening calls escalate.
Are Hollow Points Illegal in Texas? Weapons Possession Laws
Hollow point ammunition is LEGAL in Texas. No state law prohibits hollow points or jacketed hollow points (JHP).
What Animals Are Illegal to Own in Texas? Possession Charges
Texas restricts ownership of "dangerous wild animals" — lions, tigers, bears, primates — under Health & Safety Code §822. Some require permits, others are banned.
Is THC Illegal in Texas? Marijuana Laws Updated for 2026
THC is illegal in Texas — marijuana possession is a misdemeanor, THC concentrate is a felony. Hemp-derived THC under 0.3% Delta-9 is legal under Farm Bill.
Is It Illegal to Drive With Headphones in Texas? Distracted Driving Laws
Driving with headphones is NOT specifically illegal in Texas. No state statute prohibits it. But CDL and certain driver classes face restrictions, and...
Is It Illegal to Cheat on Your Spouse in Texas? Criminal Implications
Cheating on a spouse is NOT a crime in Texas. No criminal liability for adultery between consenting adults. Civil divorce consequences can be substantial.
What Knives Are Illegal in Texas? Weapons Possession Defense Guide
No knife designs are categorically illegal in Texas as of 2026. The 2017 reform repealed all design-specific bans.