In Texas, domestic violence is an act intended to result in physical harm, bodily injury, assault, or sexual assault, or that is a threat that reasonably places the victim in fear of imminent physical harm, bodily injury, assault, or sexual assault, committed against: A family member by blood, marriage or adoption; A current or former […]

Houston criminal attorney Lisa Shapiro Strauss has always strived to make keeping in touch with clients as easy and convenient as possible. Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, virtual contact has also been critical for keeping criminal cases moving forward while protecting the health of all parties. As part of that effort, Lisa offers video conferencing […]

If you’ve been charged with a drug crime, getting help from an attorney is the first step you should take. But how do you choose a Houston drug defense attorney? There are many factors to consider, and the outcome of your case can depend on making the right decision. Factors To Consider When Hiring A […]

Most defendants arrested and charged with misdemeanor or felony offenses in Harris County will eventually have their cases go to trial, where they will be either convicted or acquitted of the charges against them.  In the trial phase of their case, defendants can choose to have either a trial by jury or trial by judge. […]

Being arrested on any kind of drug possession charge in Houston places you in a bad situation — but it’s not the same as being convicted. Conviction for misdemeanor or felony drug possession drugs in Texas usually results in hefty fines and/or jail time. Not only that, the conviction will remain in the public record […]

Shoplifting is often thought of as a person taking merchandise and leaving the store with it. However, shoplifting refers to various situations involving the taking of property without an owner’s consent. Shoplifting without leaving the store is possible in Texas and depends on the nature of the incident. Defining ‘Shoplifting’ in Texas Shoplifting is a […]

Being arrested and convicted for shoplifting in Houston or Harris County could have a major impact on your life. You could be ordered to serve jail time and/or pay hefty fines. A conviction will remain permanently on your public record, making it hard for you to get a job, attend the school you want to, […]

People accused of crimes often make many errors that result in terrible consequences. Avoid these 6 mistakes in your Houston criminal case. 1. Volunteering Evidence When you’ve been falsely accused of a crime, it’s natural to feel the desire to “clear your name.” Unfortunately, this feeling often causes people to make a number of mistakes that, instead […]

If you’ve been charged with a felony or misdemeanor crime in Houston or Harris County and are awaiting trial, you’re probably wondering how the current COVID-19/coronavirus health crisis is going to affect your case. Texas Criminal Courts Adopt New Rules in Response to COVID-19 As you are probably aware, the Texas State Criminal Courts are […]

Physical evidence items in a theft case are the real, physical objects that are collected and introduced as evidence if the case goes to court. Any item that might be important to the case can be collected and documented as physical evidence. From personal clothing to the objects taken, physical evidence is an important piece […]