There are complex statutes surrounding cyber crimes in the United States, including those that apply to computer hacking. “Hacking” is a very broad term that, in and of itself, does not imply illicit activity. In fact, there are hundreds of computer hackers that work completely within the confines of the law, using their knowledge to […]
How To Fight False Accusations of Sex Crimes
False allegations of sex crimes can have a tragic and debilitating effect on the personal and professional lives of the unjustly accused. When it comes to sex crimes, defendants often find that they are guilty until proven innocent, sometimes even in the eyes of close friends and family. Dallas, TX sex crimes defense lawyer Jeff […]
What is the Penalty for Fraud in Texas?
There are many reasons to fight a fraud charge in Texas, just one of which is the severe penalties imposed under state and federal law. Dallas, TX criminal defense attorney Jeff King understands the repercussions and fights fraud charges with tenacity and knowhow, improving the chances that you can get your life back on […]
5 Things to Do After a DWI Arrest
Drunk driving penalties in Texas are extremely harsh and designed to deter repeat offenses. Drivers who have a .08 BAC (blood or breath alcohol concentration) are considered legally intoxicated and can be charged with a DWI. DUI and DWI penalties can include monetary fines, suspension or revocation of your driver’s license, community service and jail […]
You Have a Right to an Attorney: Use It!
Even someone who has never faced an arrest personally has no doubt heard, “You have the right to remain silent; anything you say can be used against you. You have the right to an attorney; if you cannot afford one, one will be provided for you.” This is part of what is known as Miranda […]
What Counts As Illegal Search and Seizure In Texas?
Texas search and seizure laws are far from clear. Back when the U.S. Constitution was first written, it was determined that law enforcement officials should demonstrate probable cause to collect evidence related to a criminal investigation. At the time, “personal effects” consisted of materials kept on their person and in their residence. Today, evidence can […]
Moving on With Your Life After a Fraud Conviction
Perhaps even more damaging than the sentence itself is the oppressive stigma and limited job opportunities that follow from a fraud conviction. These are known as collateral consequences and they are especially severe in cases of “moral turpitude”, which commonly includes any sort of crime of dishonesty. Consequences of a TX fraud conviction Fraud charges […]
What Counts As Graffiti in Texas and What Are the Penalties?
Graffiti may seem like a relatively harmless prank to mischief makers, but the penalties can be quite severe in the State of Texas. Back in 2009, 18-year-old Sebastian Perez of Corpus Christi was sentenced to eight years in state prison, without possibility of parole, for three graffiti offenses and possession of marijuana. The judge was […]
When Is Computer Hacking a Crime?
There are complex statutes surrounding cyber crimes in the United States, including those that apply to computer hacking. “Hacking” is a very broad term that, in and of itself, does not imply illicit activity. In fact, there are hundreds of computer hackers that work completely within the confines of the law, using their knowledge to […]
Texas Senator Carlos Uresti Faces Bribery & Wire Fraud Charges
Texas Senator Carlos Uresti (Democrat – San Antonio) has been indicted by a federal jury and is currently facing 13 criminal charges—including money laundering, wire fraud and bribery — in two separate cases. Though he maintains his innocence, Uresti turned himself into the authorities, who claim that the San Antonio lawmaker defrauded many in a […]
How Financial “Smurfing” Can Get You Into Trouble
Financial smurfing is a colloquial term used by government officials for money laundering in which a person initiates a series of financial transactions under the reporting threshold of $10,000 to transport offshore, to another bank, or to a criminal in the form of “clean money” to avoid reporting requirements and law enforcement. How is […]