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Houston defense lawyer Greg Tsioros provides legal advice and aggressive representation for clients charged with any type of misdemeanor or felony. Being charged with a crime can be a frightening experience. Let the guidance of a qualified Houston defense attorney see you through the complex and potentially overwhelming legal process that lies ahead.
Texas Criminal Defense Blog | The Law Office of Greg Tsioros
1y ago
Criminal cases are not one-and-done. You have a legal right to appeal your case, asking a higher court to review the decision against you to determine whether or not it’s fair. However, appealing a verdict isn’t simple. You need an...
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1y ago
The term criminal mischief seems like a contradiction in terms because if someone is causing mischief, you think of naughty children — nothing serious. However, criminal mischief can be very serious indeed, enough that the Texas Penal Code defines it...
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1y ago
The Texas legal system follows the doctrine of “not guilty until proven otherwise.” It provides the privilege of posting bail to obtain relative freedom until legal proceedings occur. Making bail is undoubtedly better than sitting in a cell until your...
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1y ago
Some might think exposing their private parts is nothing more than a joke, but it could get you into hot water with the Texas courts. A criminal conviction can upend your life by damaging your chances for employment and taking...
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1y ago
In 2020, an estimated 6.42 million property crimes occurred in the US. While people reported significantly reduced occurrences of property crime since 1990, it still represents a substantial loss. Unfortunately, that number is rising in some cities across the nation....
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1y ago
The simple act of being pulled over for a traffic violation is full of tension. The possibility of being placed in handcuffs and a police cruiser can spark a much deeper fear. Some people panic when they see police chasing...
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1y ago
False or wrongful allegations are painful in so many ways. You can get probation or prison time, be charged significant fines, and suffer irreversible damage to your reputation. People often make false allegations or accusations out of jealousy, anger, or...
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1y ago
In Texas, deportation is a genuine concern for non-citizens. Immigration laws evolve continually, and any arrest, plea deal, or conviction can result in deportation. According to the US Border Patrol Criminal Non-Citizen Arrest records, there were over 10,000 arrests in...
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1y ago
Texas law does not take kindly to drunk driving, and it have the penalties to match. Even so, the Texas Department of Transportation reports that somebody dies in a crash involving alcohol every eight and a half hours. That’s nearly three...
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2y ago
Wouldn’t it be great if you had a way to avoid conviction and have the charges against you dismissed? As it turns out, you have access to such an opportunity — it’s called pretrial diversion. You must understand that there...
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