The Texas Penal Code defines stalking as the act of deliberately and repeatedly following or harassing another person, causing that person to feel fearful for their safety. It’s a serious crime – much more than one would expect – and it comes with serious consequences. Our attorneys are experienced in stalking cases, and we can…
Read MoreThere are many differences between US state court and US federal court. One of the major differences between the two is the existence of the Federal Sentencing Guidelines. Essentially, the Federal Sentencing Guidelines is the document most used to mete out punishments for individuals the courts convicted of federal crimes. These guidelines intend to ensure that…
Read MoreIf you provide inaccurate information during a transaction with a financial institution you may arouse suspicions of bank fraud. As shown by reporting in the Amarillo Globe-News, you may face federal charges if you submit false statements to an FDIC-insured bank and a U.S. Attorney convinces a grand jury you did so knowingly. If you submit…
Read MoreBefore a judge can convict you of a money laundering offense, the prosecutor has certain facts that he or she must establish. According to The U.S. Department of Justice, the evidence of money laundering may be either direct or circumstantial, but it must prove these aspects of illegal activity. 1. Transaction The prosecutor does not have to…
Read MoreAnyone who has been accused of committing a crime should keep in mind that they have important criminal defense protections that authorities must follow when arresting an accused individual for an alleged crime. The Fourth Amendment of the United States Constitution protects accused individuals from unreasonable searches and seizures so it is helpful to know…
Read MoreOn October 1, former Dallas police officer Amber Guyger was convicted of the “mistaken apartment murder” that took the life of neighbor Botham Jean. This verdict came as something of a surprise to some who followed the trial, including our own Heather Barbieri of Barbieri Law Firm. Barbieri’s Viewpoint In a discussion on WBAP Radio’s…
Read MoreWhen any accused Texan is facing criminal charges, a strong criminal defense strategy is paramount. A strong criminal defense strategy can potentially help mitigate some of the possible penalties and consequences the accused individual is facing as a result of the criminal accusations and allegations that led to the charges they are facing. Criminal Defense…
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