If you are facing drug possession charges after the Dallas police conducted a search and seizure, the main questions you should be asking is whether or not law enforcement officers followed protocol during the process. In other words, was the search and seizure...
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Resisting arrest: What you need to know
On Behalf of Pelley Law Office LLP | Sep 7, 2017 | blog
In general, resisting arrest refers to any action that a suspect takes that makes completing an arrest or investigation more difficult on police officers. You might think that resisting arrest means you ran from the cops or put up a fight while they were trying to...
Assault by choking: A felony in Texas
On Behalf of Pelley Law Office LLP | Aug 21, 2017 | blog
In Texas, assault by choking or impeding breath is a felony offense that could land you in prison. Fortunately, if you have been falsely accused, there are some things the medical providers and police will look for to make sure the alleged victim is telling the truth....
Entrapment is an illegal act by law enforcement
On Behalf of Pelley Law Office LLP | Aug 7, 2017 | blog
Imagine that you're involved in the drug scene with some friends. You don't normally make purchases or sell drugs, but occasionally are there when they do. Oddly, someone tells you they want you to hand over some drugs to someone else to make an exchange.You're not...
Cops planting drugs – it doesn’t just happen in the movies
On Behalf of Pelley Law Office LLP | Aug 2, 2017 | blog
Imagine walking down the street in Plano, minding your business, when a police officer pulls over and begins questioning you. The next thing you know, the officer is putting you in handcuffs and placing you in the backseat of his squad car. He is charging you with...
Here’s how you can fight a shoplifting charge
On Behalf of Pelley Law Office LLP | Jul 20, 2017 | blog
You were walking through a store when the clerk approached you. He asks if he can have the item he believes you stashed in your pocket. Confused, you say no, because you didn't take anything.Now, he's asking that you stay where you are while he calls security. You...
What is the best domestic violence defense strategy?
On Behalf of Pelley Law Office LLP | Jul 11, 2017 | blog
A domestic violence charge is extremely serious, as this can change your life in many ways.For example, a conviction could land you in prison for an extended period of time. Along with this, even if you avoid a conviction, a charge could keep you from seeing your...
Did addiction struggles lead to criminal meth charges?
On Behalf of Pelley Law Office LLP | Jun 23, 2017 | blog
Addiction is a terrible condition. What started as an experiment or even an accident can become a dangerous habit that defines every day of your life. You may experience the ups of being high, followed by tweaking and crashing when you can't get high.Addiction can...
Texas laws are hard on strangulation cases
On Behalf of Pelley Law Office LLP | Jun 16, 2017 | blog
Domestic violence is a persisting problem in some communities. It puts people at risk of losing their lives. Despite this, many victims don't want to speak out, so it's the responsibility of the community to be educated on injuries and what to look for. One of the...
What happens when you violate the terms of your Texas probation?
On Behalf of Pelley Law Office LLP | Jun 14, 2017 | blog
You faced criminal charges and either because of a plea deal or because of extenuating circumstances, you received probation instead of incarceration. At the time that it happened, you were probably very grateful and relieved. However, as time passes, you may begin to...