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Is Assault on an Officer a Felony?
Is Coughing on Food Illegal?
If you’re at a grocery store, you get a little tickle in your throat, and you accidentally cough on…
What Is the Punishment for Injury to a Child in Texas?
Texas laws are concerned with protecting the health and safety of residents and visitors. This is especially true in…
What Is Indecent Assault?
Understanding Indecent Assault Statutes in Texas Some of us are tactile people. We might show our emotions to different…
Are the Charges the Same for Burglary of a Home and Burglary of a Vehicle?
Burglary Charges in Texas In Texas, burglary laws are separated into those committed in a home and those committed in a…
The different levels of felonies and misdemeanors
In the eyes of the law, there really isn’t an “eye for an eye” approach. There are levels…
What to do if you are accused of a crime?
According to the Brennan Center for Justice, nearly one-third of working-age adults have one despite the stigma attached…
Is Unlawful Restraint the Same as Kidnapping?
At first glance, unlawful restraint and kidnapping may appear to be the same. They both involve restricting another person’s…
Is Repeatedly Texting Someone Harassment?
Electronic communication allows you to quickly contact a person. In fact, you can conveniently send multiple messages to the…
‘Zoom-bombing’ During the COVID-19 Pandemic
FBI Warns of ‘Zoom-Bombing’ The COVID-19 pandemic has forced hundreds of thousands of people, professionals and students alike to…
Are Fake 911 Calls Illegal?
Calling 911 to Report a False Crime Is a Crime When you are in an emergency, you call 911.…
Do Police Need a Warrant to Search My Cell Phone?
Because of their capabilities, cell phones contain a lot of personal information. For instance, they can have photos of…
Is Street Racing a Felony in Texas?
You can add various modifications to your vehicle to make it sleeker, more efficient, and faster. Often, fixing up…
Fighting the Injustice of the Death Penalty
Before the end of the year, Texas is scheduled to execute four people. Last year, our state executed 13 men—a full…
Increased Sentences for Making or Selling a Drug that Injures or Kills
Drug manufacture and distribution laws are in place to deter related crimes, reduce the amount of controlled substances circulating…
Are Field Sobriety Tests Accurate?
Standardized Field Sobriety Test Flaws Drivers may get a DWI charge without being impaired or intoxicated. You may have…
Can a Minor Get a DWI in Texas?
Texas has “Zero Tolerance” laws concerning minors and alcohol-related offenses. For the purposes of these statutes, a minor is…
LaHood Norton Law Group Welcomes DWI Consultant Dr. Lance Platt as Of Counsel
SAN ANTONIO, Texas – For more than 16 years, nationally-recognized DWI consultant Dr. Lance Platt and his team at…
Caught Drinking During DWI Probation—Do I Have a Defense?
What Is DWI Probation, and What Should I Know About It? If you’re charged with a DWI, you may choose…
‘Zoom-bombing’ During the COVID-19 Pandemic
FBI Warns of ‘Zoom-Bombing’ The COVID-19 pandemic has forced hundreds of thousands of people, professionals and students alike to…
Are Fake 911 Calls Illegal?
Calling 911 to Report a False Crime Is a Crime When you are in an emergency, you call 911.…
Are Hate Crimes Federal or State Offenses?
A hate crime is one that is motivated by the alleged offender’s bias. These offenses are not separate types…
Is Unlawful Restraint the Same as Kidnapping?
At first glance, unlawful restraint and kidnapping may appear to be the same. They both involve restricting another person’s…
Is Assault on an Officer a Felony?
Any encounter with law enforcement officials can be scary. Everything that happens from the initial contact to an arrest…
Is It a Crime to Keep Rental Equipment Passed the Agreement Date?
Various situations may arise when you need equipment you don’t readily have on hand. For instance, if you’re moving…
When Is It Illegal to Have a Gift Card?
For things like birthdays, weddings, graduations, and other significant life events, people often give gift cards as presents. Preloaded…
Attorney Nico LaHood Featured in My San Antonio
Attorney Nico LaHood was recently featured in a My San Antonio article titled, “Up Close with former DA Nico LaHood.”…
Former DA Nico LaHood – Daytime at 9 San Antonio
LaHood Norton Law Group is an experienced team of former prosecutors now defending the accused to protect their innocence.…
Nico LaHood Former DA: LaHood Norton Law Group New Office
Question: How have past experiences shaped the way you go about cases? Nico LaHood: Because of our past experiences not…
Nico LaHood and Jay Norton: Introducing the LaHood Norton Law Group
Question: What makes the LaHood Norton Law Group unique and what sets it apart from other law firms? Nico LaHood: Let me put…
The Importance of an Appellate Attorney in a Wrongful Conviction
Texas Expungement Law FAQ
Texas Expunction Laws Criminal records are terrifying. They can seem like a persistent specter that follows you to job…
What to Do When Facing Assault Charges
Arrested for Assault: What Happens Next When you or a loved one face assault charges, it’s scary. There is…
Five Things You Should Never Do If You Get Arrested
Getting arrested can be a frightening experience. However, you should be very careful about your actions in the immediate…
Is Unlawful Restraint the Same as Kidnapping?
At first glance, unlawful restraint and kidnapping may appear to be the same. They both involve restricting another person’s…
Is Repeatedly Texting Someone Harassment?
Electronic communication allows you to quickly contact a person. In fact, you can conveniently send multiple messages to the…
Is It a Crime to Keep Rental Equipment Passed the Agreement Date?
Various situations may arise when you need equipment you don’t readily have on hand. For instance, if you’re moving…
When Is It Illegal to Have a Gift Card?
For things like birthdays, weddings, graduations, and other significant life events, people often give gift cards as presents. Preloaded…
Do Police Need a Warrant to Search My Cell Phone?
Because of their capabilities, cell phones contain a lot of personal information. For instance, they can have photos of…
What Is Revenge Porn, and Is It Illegal?
In today’s age of smartphones, text messaging, emailing, and social media sharing, it’s easier than ever to send photos…
What Happens After a Child Sexual Assault Arrest?
Sex crimes come with immense stigma and harsh punishments. Communities, especially parents, may turn against anyone accused of the crime—even…
Sexting Without Consent Is Now a Misdemeanor
If you’re a fan of dating apps, listen up. Just this month, a new law has banned sending explicit…
Are Hate Crimes Federal or State Offenses?
A hate crime is one that is motivated by the alleged offender’s bias. These offenses are not separate types…
What Is Retaliation Against a Witness?
Being accused of and charged with a crime can be frightening. The criminal justice system often seems to be…
Is It a Crime to Keep Rental Equipment Passed the Agreement Date?
Various situations may arise when you need equipment you don’t readily have on hand. For instance, if you’re moving…
Ringing Up a Possible Felony at a Self-Checkout Counter
Nowadays, many stores have self-checkout counters that conveniently allow a person to ring up and pay for their items…
Fighting Felony Charges for Package and Mail Theft
Recent Laws Have Increased Penalties—and Your Chances of Being Charged Stealing mail is a federal crime but, until recently,…
Stay out of Jail This Halloween: Illegal Pranks to Avoid
Halloween is a fun time to celebrate with friends—and to spread a bit of mischief in the dark of…
The different levels of felonies and misdemeanors
In the eyes of the law, there really isn’t an “eye for an eye” approach. There are levels…
Why you need a Lawyer when you’re involved in a Criminal Investigation?
If you’ve been contacted by law enforcement for information about a crime or have been charged with a crime,…
What Happens when a Person Presses Charges in a Crime?
Nearly one in three Americans will have been arrested by age 23, according to information reported by the Brennan…
What’s Considered a Deadly Weapon in Texas?
You might have read or heard about someone in Texas being charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.…