Are Body Cavity Searches Legal in Texas?
Can the Police Conduct a Body Cavity Search Without a Warrant? No. A law passed in 2015 prohibits the police from conducting warrantless body cavity searches. Exceptions apply at airports and borders, as well as if a person is in a jail or prison. The Backdrop of Body Cavity Searches The Fourth Amendment of […]
Occupational Driver License in Texas
What Is an Occupational Driver License in Texas? An occupational driver license (ODL) or “occupational license” is a judicially-issued permit to drive a vehicle in Texas after a person’s license has been suspended. A driver license suspension is a collateral consequence that can stem from a DWI arrest or conviction or a conviction on a […]
Witness Testimony by Skype in Criminal Cases
Can the Prosecution Call a Witness by Skype Video Conference? Outside of the special rules that apply to child victims, in order for the prosecution to call a witness by Skype video call in criminal cases, the prosecution must be able to show exceptional circumstances that warrant a departure from the preference for in-person […]