The popularity of video chat apps and file-sharing services has increased exponentially, especially during the covid-19 pandemic. Unfortunately, video conferencing and online file-sharing have been used to share illegal child pornography. Federal investigators have targeted online file-sharing and video conferencing...
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The opioid epidemic continues to be a serious problem in Texas and the country. Thousands of people die yearly from opioid-related overdoses, leading lawmakers and law enforcement officers to take opioid medication violations seriously. Individuals who share their prescription medication...
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Have you already pled guilty to a criminal charge while under pressure but regret doing so? If so, you are not alone. Many defendants are overwhelmed when interrogated by the police and find themselves agreeing to a guilty plea but...
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There are multiple reasons why Texans use CBD products. CBD has been proven to reduce daily stress and can help alleviate symptoms connected to certain medical conditions. While taking CBD is legal in Texas, doing so can still lead to...
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Many people who are stopped for a DWI have misconceptions about DWI charges in Texas. Wrong information can get around, especially when family and friends start giving advice. At Abel Law Firm, we help our clients understand the DWI process...
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Texas prosecutors take drug possession crimes seriously. Depending on the amount of controlled substance involved, defendants can face over a year of jail time if convicted. The penalties for drug possession depend on multiple factors, including the type and quantity...
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If you violate probation, you might feel like you are back to square one. You may be facing the maximum penalty for your underline crime. In other cases, courts may be lenient on you because it is your first violation....
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Assault is one of the most commonly charged crimes in Texas and throughout the United States. Many think assault means hurting someone by punching or hitting them. In reality, you don not have to make physical contact with another person...
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In 2019, law enforcement initiated an investigation into a drug trafficking organization operating out of Laredo. They seized 615 kilograms of marijuana with a street value of around $400,000. The 10 kilograms of cocaine they seized were valued at $250,000....
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If you are facing criminal charges for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, you will benefit from working with an experienced criminal defense attorney. The Dallas-Fort Worth criminal defense attorneys at Abel Law Firm have a proven track record of...
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The sheriff in Central Texas recently announced the biggest meth bust in the McLennan County Sheriff’s Office. Three men have been charged after a months-long investigation. Law enforcement seized approximately 38.5 pounds of methamphetamine, 26 oz of marijuana, approximately $18,000...
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If you have been pulled over for driving while intoxicated (DWI) in Texas, you may wonder whether you must submit to a breathalyzer test. Under Texas law, you can refuse to take a breathalyzer or blood alcohol test. However, you...
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