Eyewitness identification is often powerful evidence inside a courtroom. However, it’s frequently inaccurate. A recent report from The Innocence ... More
Understanding Prostitution and Solicitation Laws in Texas
In the state of Texas, it’s a felony to solicit prostitution. The state defines solicitation as paying or offering to pay to engage in sexual conduct ... More
What is Deferred Adjudication?
Deferred adjudication is a unique type of probation that gives a person an opportunity to keep their conviction off their criminal record. After ... More
Innocent Until Proven Guilty: Presumption of Innocence in American Criminal Law
The terms “presumption of innocence” and “innocent until proven guilty” have become a critical part of the American criminal justice system. As ... More
A Look Into the Juvenile Justice System and the Incarceration of Kids
While laws differ in every state, generally, most states consider those under the age of 8 incapable of fully understanding right from wrong. Children ... More