“Dabbing” or “vaping” are popular terms used to describe smoking marijuana concentrates using an e-cigarette/vaporizer. Vaping marijuana or THC concentrates such as shatter, hash or hash oil in Houston can get you into a lot more trouble than just smoking “loose” marijuana. In Texas, possession of “loose” marijuana is a misdemeanor offense while possession of […]

Your first meeting with a Houston criminal defense attorney is one of the most important appointments you will have in the course of your case. It’s not uncommon to be nervous about your situation and uncertain what to expect from an initial consultation. Here are some tips on what will happen at your first meeting […]

From the report of a crime to the final appeal, find out what you can expect from the process of a theft case. Reporting of the Theft Theft is often reported by the victim, or what is commonly called the “complaining witness” or “complainant.” The complaining witness can be an individual or a business, depending on the […]

Based on the value of the merchandise that has been stolen, a shoplifting charge can be handled several different ways. It could result in a mere citation or a misdemeanor charge, but it could also be classified as a felony if the value of stolen goods exceeds a certain amount. If you were accused of […]

You were hanging out at a local bar, maybe had a little too much to drink. Somebody bumps into you, you push back. He throws a punch, you respond in kind. The fight is broken up by club security before the situation gets out of hand; your friends drag you out and take you home. […]

If you have been charged with possessing, manufacturing or selling a controlled substance in Houston, the smart thing to do is speak with an experienced Houston drug defense lawyer. The penalties of a conviction for drug or controlled substance possession can be severe. Fines, loss of your driver’s license, probation and jail time are just […]

Being charged with robbery in Texas is a serious matter. There are many factors in a Houston robbery case that can affect its outcome. It’s import to have an experienced robbery defense lawyer on your side. Lisa Shapiro Strauss understands the factors that play a role in these cases. She knows how they can mean […]

Being charged with burglary or robbery in Texas is a very serious matter. In addition to fines and jail time, a criminal conviction can make it difficult to get a job, go to school or find housing. If you are facing robbery or burglary charges in Houston, Texas, your best course of action is to […]

The lights come on behind you and you get pulled over by the police.  You are not drunk, not high or running from a robbery.  However, you know that in your purse, there is a joint and you are panicking that the police will smell the marijuana and you are busted!  What are you going […]

In the age of Facebook, Instagram and Twitter, a common question that criminal defense attorneys hear is, “Can social media posts be used against you in a shoplifting case?” The short answer is yes. Be careful what you post on a social media site, particularly if you’ve been charged with a criminal offense. Nearly everything […]