Being accused of domestic violence is a serious and stressful experience, with consequences that can affect your freedom, reputation, and future. One of the most critical factors in your defense is understanding how long prosecutors have to file charges against you. This legal deadline can determine whether accusations lead to formal charges — or whether […]
No-Contact Orders in Houston: Rules & How to Lift One
You’ve Been Ordered to Have No Contact — Here’s What That Means You just got out of Harris County jail after being arrested for domestic violence or a related charge. The judge set your bond and gave you a list of conditions you have to follow. One of them says: “No contact with [victim’s name].” […]
How Does a Protective Order Change Your Life in Texas?
If you have been served with a protective order in a Texas domestic violence case, the consequences go well beyond being told to stay away from a specific person. A protective order can remove you from your home, restrict your contact with your children, cost you your job, end your right to own a firearm, […]
