Do You Have to Disclose Your Firearm to the Police in Texas?
Bottom Line: It depends on how you carry your gun. If you have an LTC (License to Carry), you must tell police when they ask for your ID. This is required by Texas Government Code § 411.205. If you carry under constitutional carry, you don’t have to tell them unless they ask you directly about […]
Read MoreWhen Police Don’t “Scrupulously Honor” Your Right to Remain Silent: What State v. Robles Means for Houston-Area Defendants
When you tell officers you’re done talking, they must stop. In The State of Texas v. Kevin Robles (Tex. App.—El Paso, July 31, 2025), the Eighth Court of Appeals affirmed suppression of a custodial statement because detectives kept questioning after the suspect clearly said he was “done with this interview.” For people facing charges in […]
Read MoreBurglary of Habitation in Texas: Charges, Penalties, and Defenses
Getting charged with burglary of habitation in Texas is scary. This second-degree felony carries 2 to 20 years in prison. But understanding the law can help you make better choices about your case. Texas takes home burglary seriously. The state wants to protect people in their homes. So the penalties are harsh. But there are […]
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