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The timeline for domestic violence cases in Texas varies. One important factor is whether the charges involved are misdemeanors or felonies. The complexity of the situation, court schedules, and quality of legal representation with a domestic violence defense attorney in Houston all contribute to the timeline. Some cases resolve quickly, even within a few weeks,…

Domestic violence charges are taken very seriously in Texas, and false allegations can put you in a difficult and damaging situation. To protect yourself from these charges, you should hire a Houston domestic violence lawyer from The Law Office of David A. Breston to represent you. With so much on the line, a lawyer can…

In Texas domestic violence cases, it is not uncommon for an alleged victim to later decide they no longer want the charges to move forward. One way they express this desire is through an Affidavit of Non-Prosecution (ANP), a sworn statement requesting that the State of Texas drop or reconsider the case. While the affidavit…

Domestic violence charges in Texas are taken seriously and can move quickly once filed. However, not every case begins with a clear version of what happened. Some involve false accusations. Others stem from confusion during an argument or leave out the larger context entirely. That is why building a strong domestic violence defense case in…

Being accused of domestic violence in Texas is a serious matter with potentially life-changing consequences. These charges can affect your reputation, your family, and your freedom. However, just because you have been accused does not mean you will automatically face a conviction. With the right legal strategy and defense, domestic violence charges can sometimes be…

If you are charged with or convicted of a domestic violence offense, it could have a profound impact on your immigration status. You may even find yourself denied a Green Card, US citizenship, or reentry into the United States. However, with a compelling criminal defense strategy, you may be able to avoid a conviction and…

Domestic violence often starts with small offenses that escalate over time. There are multiple types of domestic violence crimes you could be accused of committing. When law enforcement officials respond to a domestic violence (DV) call, more often than not, police officers may be required to take the party who initiated the incident into custody,…

When you are accused of domestic violence, it can lead to serious penalties even if you are not convicted. Having domestic violence charges on your record at all can impact your life in any situation where there is a background check. For example, you may have issues securing unemployment because of a domestic violence arrest,…

Everyone is under stress during a pandemic but for victims of domestic violence, it can be a living nightmare. In March, the Houston county sheriffs department responded to 1,558 reports of domestic violence. According to law enforcement officials, reports of aggravated assault increased by 158% between February and March in Harris County. If you have been…

Every year in America thousands of innocent people are imprisoned despite being innocent. The National Registry of Exonerations reports on this data every year. We created an interactive map that shows this information. As we can see on the map, Illinois had 30 people exonerated in 2019. This was twice as many as the next…