Constitutional Rights

Proposed Change to Texas Rules of Evidence = More False Convictions

My friend at Grits for Breakfast has noted recent Texas legislation designed to make it easier for Texas prosecutors to convict alleged child molesters will also lead to more false convictions. The idea of using past bad conduct (called extraneous bad acts) to persuade juries to convict someone of present charges is abhorrent to the [...]

By |2022-05-11T21:51:14+00:00April 10th, 2013|Constitutional Rights|Comments Off on Proposed Change to Texas Rules of Evidence = More False Convictions

A Primer on Bryan|College Station Search and Seizure

Search and seizure has been the topic of discussion with several clients this month. Everything from automobile searches to mobile phone text messages. The issue is always the same . . . "did the police legally seize the evidence they now intend on using against my client?" Search and seizure law is a tremendously large [...]

By |2022-05-11T21:51:16+00:00January 8th, 2013|Constitutional Rights|Comments Off on A Primer on Bryan|College Station Search and Seizure

Warrants Required For GPS Tracking

In the modern era of unmanned military planes, satellite imaging, and digital communication, it often feels as though personal privacy is fading into the past. Even local authorities can now use technology to do things James Bond would have only dreamed of twenty years ago. As it becomes increasingly simple for police to gain access [...]

By |2022-05-11T21:51:17+00:00January 8th, 2013|Constitutional Rights, Criminal Law Developments|Comments Off on Warrants Required For GPS Tracking

The Dangers of Internet Social Media

Being charged with a crime is a frightening experience and talking about it dangerous! Consequently, the first line of defense in any criminal case is excercising your right to remain silent . . . and we mean silent! When potential clients call we advise each person: "Do not speak to anyone on this planet about [...]

By |2022-05-11T21:51:21+00:00January 4th, 2013|Constitutional Rights|Comments Off on The Dangers of Internet Social Media

What Should I Do If Stopped By The Police?

We all understand the need for good law enforcement. However, we also must understand our own constitutional rights and responsibilities - especially when we interact with the police.     [su_button url="http://www.gustitislaw.com/contact-us/" style="flat" background="#b40404" size="2" center="yes" radius="round"]FREE CONSULTATIONS[/su_button]   If you are stopped by the police:   [su_list style="arrow"] Stay calm and in control of [...]

By |2022-05-11T21:51:21+00:00January 4th, 2013|Constitutional Rights|Comments Off on What Should I Do If Stopped By The Police?

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