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Will an arrest affect your teen’s chances of going to college?
If your teen was involved in criminal activity and arrested for it, you may worry about how the arrest will affect his or her chances of getting into college. Though it is true that an arrest is a not a conviction, the admissions officers at the universities for which...
What statistics say about drunk driving in Texas
Researchers recently released findings showing that arrests for drunk driving in Texas have trended downward over the last ten years. However, another study suggests that Texas is still one of the most dangerous states in the nation when it comes to impaired driving....
The consequences of underage drinking and driving
In Texas, just as in any other state, underage drinking and driving have dire consequences. Not only can the results end in fines, probation and jail time, but they can also end in death. Texas parents may not realize the statistics or penalties that come with...
Do juveniles have their records sealed?
If you commit a crime as a minor in Texas, then you might have heard that the court may seal your record after you turn 19. For crimes you commit as a minor, the courts do tend to treat more gently. Age can factor into crime and for some crimes, you will not face the...
Texas schools battle vaping upsurge with criminal charges
A sharp increase in vaping among students in Texas schools has led to alarm among administrators over this fairly new public health crisis. According to The Texas Tribune, there has been one death - and over 200 severe lung injuries - in this state attributable to...
What are the signs of drug addiction?
Drug addiction may seem like an obvious issue, one that could be easily identified in yourself or family members. However, it's not always to recognize these signs, especially when addiction hits close to home. WebMD offers some examples of potential indications that...
Under what circumstances can a juvenile be charged as an adult?
If your child winds up in legal trouble, you may feel like you are at a loss for what to do next. Faced against the Texas justice system, you may not know how to help your child. One major concern that parents have when their children face criminal charges is whether...
How can DWI in Texas affect my license?
DWI laws are stringent in the state of Texas. You may get a driving while intoxicated charge (DWI) when your blood alcohol is slightly above 0.08 percent and 0.04 percent when driving a commercial vehicle. If your blood alcohol concentration levels are above that, you...
A DUI arrest may derail your child’s professional goals
At one time or another, every parent has asked his or her children what they want to be when they grow up. Police officers, firefighters, lawyers, doctors and veterinarians are common answers. Unfortunately, though, if officers arrest the young one in your family for...
Reducing teenage drinking and driving
The majority of Texas residents know that drunk driving is a fairly common problem across the state. Most parents of teenagers know how severe the penalties for this behavior are, and they want to do everything possible to help prevent drinking and driving. While it...
