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How Reasonable Doubt Applies in a Criminal Case

January 12, 2021
What does "beyond a reasonable doubt" mean?

If you’ve ever watched the evening news or one of the many prime time courtroom dramas, you’ve probably heard many times that in order for a jury to convict a person of a crime, they must find them guilty “beyond a reasonable doubt.” But what does that phrase really mean? And how could it affect […]

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Category: General Criminal Defense Information

Avoid Package Theft Charges: Texas Gets Tough with Porch Pirates

December 14, 2020
Charged with package theft in Houston

One of the reasons online shopping is so popular is that the items purchased are delivered directly to your front door, usually within a few days after you place your order. However, if no one’s at home when the items are delivered, they can sit outside on the porch or in the driveway, where they […]

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Category: Theft Crimes

What to Do If You are a Woman Charged with Domestic Violence in Texas

November 11, 2020

For a long time, domestic violence was considered to be a crime committed by a man against a woman. Women were routinely treated as the victim in a case of domestic violence; any situation where violence was perpetrated against a man by a woman was routinely dismissed as an act of self-defense against a more […]

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What’s the Difference Between Self Defense and Assault in Texas?

October 8, 2020

A defendant charged with assault in Texas will often claim that they were acting in self defense when the crime took place. However, in order to be successful, they must be able to prove that they had good reasons to believe they were in real danger when they knowingly caused bodily harm to another, or […]

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Fighting False Accusations of Domestic Violence in Houston

September 18, 2020

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 […]

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Video Conferencing, MyCase Portal Make Client Communications Quick, Easy and Secure for Houston Criminal Defense Cases

September 3, 2020

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 […]

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Hiring a Houston Drug Defense Attorney

August 31, 2020
Hiring A Houston Drug Defense Attorney

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 […]

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What’s the Difference Between Arraignment and Trial?

August 14, 2020

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. […]

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How a Houston Drug Defense Attorney Can Help You Fight Texas Drug Possession Charges

July 30, 2020

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 […]

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Is Shoplifting Without Leaving the Store Possible in Texas?

July 8, 2020
Shoplifting Houston

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 […]

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