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• Posted By J. Roland Jeter, P.C. 28-Apr-2022

  How Much Will a DWI Conviction Cost You in Texas?

  A DWI conviction has serious consequences. In addition to having to serve a prison sentence, suffer the loss of your license, and struggle to find suitable employment, housing, and educational opportunities, those convicted of a DWI can face a host ...

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• Posted By J. Roland Jeter, P.C. 21-Mar-2022

  How to Tell Your Kids You're Getting Divorced

  Once you and your spouse decide to get divorced, you may struggle with how to tell your friends, family, and more importantly, your children. Below, we will discuss the best ways to approach telling your children about your divorce and the potential ...

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• Posted By J. Roland Jeter, P.C. 11-Feb-2022

  Avoid a DWI on Super Bowl Weekend

  Driving while intoxicated (DWI) is illegal in Texas, and you don’t want to face charges or be arrested when you’re supposed to be enjoying the Super Bowl festivities. Below, we will discuss Texas drinking and driving laws, the ...

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• Posted By J. Roland Jeter, P.C. 24-Jan-2022

  Is Distracted Driving Illegal in Texas?

  Distracted driving occurs when a driver takes their attention off of the road because of the engagement with another activity. Drivers can be distracted by other drivers or because they are: Shaving Putting on makeup Reading Eating or drinking ...

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• Posted By J. Roland Jeter, P.C. 20-Dec-2021

  Intoxication Manslaughter Charges

  What Constitutes Intoxication Manslaughter in Texas? According to Texas Penal Code § 49.08, intoxication manslaughter (or DWI Causing Death ) occurs when a person: operates a motor vehicle, aircraft, watercraft, amusement ride, or assembles an ...

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• Posted By J. Roland Jeter, P.C. 3-Nov-2021

  How Substance Abuse Can Affect Divorce Proceedings

  Divorces can be messy and draining. Navigating a divorce with (past or present) substance abuse issues is even more complicated. Substance abuse issues can affect multiple facets of your divorce, especially when children are involved. How Does ...

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• Posted By J. Roland Jeter, P.C. 20-Oct-2021

  What Is the Difference between a Contested & Uncontested Divorce?

  Divorces don’t always happen one way. In fact, there are two basic types of divorce that spouses can have: a contested divorce and an uncontested divorce. As you might assume, there are key distinctions between these types of divorce. We find ...

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• Posted By J. Roland Jeter, P.C. 23-Sep-2021

  When Should I Update My Will?

  Your last will and testament is an important part of your estate plan. Proactive estate planning allows you to protect yourself, your loved ones, and your legacy both throughout your lifetime and once you are gone. More specifically, your will lets ...

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• Posted By J. Roland Jeter, P.C. 3-Aug-2021

  Street Racing Vehicles to Be Seized in Texas

  Vehicle Seizures for Street Racing in Texas Effective Sept. 1, 2021, Texas police officers will have the authority to seize street racers’ vehicles under House Bill 2315. Street racing is illegal in Texas, as it is unlawful for a person to ...

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• Posted By J. Roland Jeter, P.C. 7-Jul-2021

  What Crimes Are Most Likely to Happen During Summer?

  Certain Crime Rates Are Higher in the Summer Police departments in Texas are seeing a rise in “summer crimes,” which mainly include property damage and car burglaries. The warmer weather tends to encourage people to stay out later at ...

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• Posted By J. Roland Jeter, P.C. 11-Jun-2021

  HB 37: Texas Porch Pirate Law

  Are Porch Pirates Illegal? Life is slowly returning to normal during the COVID-19 pandemic. People are going back to school, work, and the gym, eating out, and “going out and about” to socialize after about one year of staying at home and ...

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• Posted By J. Roland Jeter, P.C. 19-May-2021

  Seat Belt Laws to Be Strictly Enforced in TX

  Police Are Buckling Down on People Who Don’t Buckle Up After 432 car crashes occurred in Houston this past year, with 166 of those collisions being fatal, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is rolling out its 19 th annual ...

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• Posted By J. Roland Jeter, P.C. 5-Apr-2021

  How Can 4/20 Celebrations Lead to Drug Arrests?

  4/20 Drug Arrests: Don’t Run the Risk The “marijuana holiday,” known as 4/20, is quickly approaching. While the origins of the beloved cannabis holiday remain unclear, the bottom line is countless people across the nation will waste ...

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• Posted By J. Roland Jeter, P.C. 5-Mar-2021

  Eligibility for Criminal Record Expungement in Texas

  Who Qualifies for Expungement in Texas? A criminal record can reflect an arrest, charge, or conviction. However, no matter what your criminal record looks like, the bottom line is that it can significantly hold you back. Valuable opportunities in ...

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• Posted By J. Roland Jeter, P.C. 11-Feb-2021

  What Is the Difference Between Mediation & Litigation?

  How Is Mediation Different from Litigation? A divorce can emotionally traumatize you and your children. Thus, if you are getting a divorce, you must ensure you do it right no matter how overwhelmed you’re feeling. The decisions you make during ...

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• Posted By J. Roland Jeter, P.C. 22-Jan-2021

  4 Ways Social Media Can Affect Your Court Case

  Examining Social Media’s Impact on Your Case A good rule of thumb is to assume that nothing on the internet is private. No matter what privacy settings you enable on your social media apps, do not make the mistake of believing that no one else ...

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• Posted By J. Roland Jeter, P.C. 14-Dec-2020

  Money Mules: How Victims Become Criminals

  How Money Mule Scams Work Money mule scams are an easy way to turn innocent people into criminals without them even realizing it. According to the FBI, money mules are defined as a person who transfers illegally acquired money on behalf or at the ...

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• Posted By J. Roland Jeter, P.C. 30-Nov-2020

  The Sobering Consequences of a DWI Conviction

  Understanding Texas DWI Penalties Every day, almost 30 people in the US lose their lives in drunk driving crashes, totaling one person every 50 minutes, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. As such, Texas prosecutors can ...

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• Posted By J. Roland Jeter, P.C. 2-Oct-2020

  Will vs. Trust: What's the Difference?

  Two Ways to Plan for the Future You probably don’t like to think about what will happen after you die, but it’s essential to protect your hard-earned assets that you spent your whole life working for. Regardless of how many assets you ...

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• Posted By J. Roland Jeter, P.C. 18-Feb-2019

  Should I Talk to My Kids About Their Inheritance?

  Should I Talk to My Kids About Their Inheritance? Money is a private matter that many families don’t really talk about amongst themselves. Although it might be uncomfortable to bring up the subject of money with your children, it is important ...

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• Posted By J. Roland Jeter, P.C. 4-Feb-2019

  What Is Estate Planning?

  Although you might not realize it, everything you own will one day make up your estate that will be left behind after you have passed away. All of your possessions, including you’re your cars, home, other real estate, checking and savings ...

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• Posted By J. Roland Jeter, P.C. 12-Nov-2018

  Setting Up Your Living Trust | Irving Probate Lawyer

  If you want to set up a living trust for your estate plan, you will need to first make a few important decisions. Below, we explain what you need to do to create a living trust for your assets and property. Picking a Trust The first thing you will ...

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• Posted By J. Roland Jeter, P.C. 22-Oct-2018

  Probate Issues for the Queen of Soul

  In the wake of Aretha Franklin’s death, the Queen of Soul’s estate has been dealing with issues that reveal the importance of having a strong estate plan. In particular, Franklin’s death shows how important it is to have all of your ...

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• Posted By J. Roland Jeter, P.C. 22-Oct-2018

  What Is Required for a Will to Be Valid?

  When it comes to planning your estate, there are several requirements that you will need to address in order for your last Will and testament to be valid. Your Will dictates how your assets will be distributed after you pass away. However, your Will ...

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• Posted By J. Roland Jeter, P.C. 20-Aug-2018

  How Can I Take Advantage of the New Federal Tax Reform?

  At the end of 2017, Congress passed a major tax bill known as the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA). This new act doesn’t just impact business and income taxes, but also affects your estate planning. Under the TCJA, there is a limited opportunity to ...

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