After an incident involving a weapon, you may be facing charges and wondering, what is the offense of deadly conduct in Texas? When you are accused of using a weapon in a reckless manner, law enforcement may charge you with deadly conduct. A charge of deadly conduct in Texas could result in either a misdemeanor…
Is Marijuana Legal in Texas?
According to the Texas Controlled Substances Act, possessing, selling, making, or otherwise distributing marijuana is not legal in Texas. If you are caught with cannabis on your person, you are subject to arrest. An arrest for having or using marijuana can lead to serious criminal and financial penalties with far-reaching consequences. A drug-related arrest and…
Can You Drive a Commercial Vehicle With an Occupational License?
You cannot drive a commercial vehicle with an occupational driver’s license. According to the Texas Department of Public Safety (TxDPS), “An occupational driver license cannot be issued for purposes of operating a commercial motor vehicle during a period of license suspension, revocation, cancellation or denial.” If you are facing license suspension or revocation of a…
Can I Receive Probation If I Am Convicted of DWI in Texas?
You may be able to receive probation if you were convicted of driving while intoxicated (DWI) in Texas. Certain factors in your case may help you negotiate a deferred adjudication (probation), per the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Art. 42A.101. If you are facing a DWI conviction and would like the assistance of a criminal…
Can I Get a Deferred Probation on My DWI?
Since HB 3582, 86th Texas Legislature passed and became effective in September 2019, defendants now have the possibility of getting deferred adjudication (probation) on their DWI conviction. If you are facing a DWI conviction, consider hiring a criminal defense lawyer from the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg. Our defense team may be able to…
What Are the Requirements for Obtaining an Occupational Or Restricted License?
The requirements for obtaining an occupational or restricted license in Dallas, Texas include: Filling out the appropriate form provided by Dallas County Submitting a request to the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Providing all requested paperwork Paying all necessary fees Proving that you need the license to fulfill critical obligations Can a DWI Lawyer…