mintzerlawUnlike other states where disorderly conduct is a minor violation punishable by a fine, Texas lawmakers made disorderly conduct a misdemeanor charge. A misdemeanor is a criminal offense punishable by a fine, probation or jail. Typical penalties for a first offense are a fine and, depending upon the circumstances, probation. Police frequently use disorderly conduct when other criminal […]
It appears at times as though every person charged with committing a crime has watched enough police shows on television to know the Miranda warnings by heart. As soon as the suspect is “collared,” the star of the show begins reciting the litany that begins with “you have the right to remain silent.” The problem […]
The defendant in a criminal case is the person accused of committing a crime. A defendant in the United States has the benefit of the presumption of innocence. This places the burden upon the prosecutor to prove the defendant’s guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. The accused does not have offer any evidence in opposition or offer […]
As a criminal defendant, many people feel as though they have nowhere to turn and are at the mercy of the courts. This is not true because even those accused of crimes still have rights as citizens of the United States. These rights ensure that a person is treated fairly by the justice system. […]
Domestic violence cases are taken very seriously, and if a person is found guilty, a conviction can affect their life in a variety of ways. The best thing a person can do when they first see they are brought up on charges of this kind is to begin building their defense. The first thing a person […]
When a person is arrested, their first thought is often how quickly they can be released. For almost every violation or criminal act, there is a bail amount that is set by the judge. The amount of time it will take a person to be released from the jail is dependent upon factors such as […]
A nerve-wracking experience for some people is when they are pulled over, and they have drugs in their vehicle. Although this is rarely the reason that an officer pulls someone over, many drivers begin to act erratically. This kind of behavior can cause them to be found with drugs and arrested. Although this time is […]
We hope everyone had a great Fourth of July yesterday. Stay safe this weekend! – Rand Mintzer and the staff at Rand Mintzer, Attorney at Law