COVID Disaster Declaration Continues to Increase Punishment for Certain Crimes
The Coronavirus pandemic has changed how we work, socialize, learn — and even how we punish certain crimes in Texas. On March 13, 2020, Governor Abbott issued a disaster declaration certifying that Coronavirus poses an imminent threat of disaster for all counties in the State of Texas. In doing so, he triggered the Texas Penal […]
New Criminal Laws in Texas | 2021 Legislative Update | 87th Legislature
2023 Update: Read our 2023 Texas Criminal Legislative Update A long and controversial legislative session resulted in a mixed bag of new criminal laws in Texas. Here is a roundup of the new criminal laws and the biggest changes to existing laws stemming from the 87th legislative session. 1. Constitutional Carry HB 1927: Signed June […]
Fort Worth Felony Lawyer
A felony in Texas is any charge that can send you to prison or state jail for more than a year. Felonies are more serious than misdemeanors, which are punishable by a fine or some time in a local jail. Felony cases must be presented to a grand jury, which is a group of citizens […]
Federal Child Pornography Lawyer – Fort Worth
Federal Child Pornography Defense Child pornography, under federal law, is any visual depiction of sexually explicit conduct involving a person under the age of 18. Receipt, Distribution, or Possession of Child Pornography Federal law criminalizes three distinct charges under the Child Pornography statutes. These include the possession of explicit material involving minors, the distribution of […]
Manufacture Delivery Controlled Substance Texas
Manufacture Delivery Controlled Substance An allegation of Manufacture Delivery Controlled Substance Texas carries stiffer penalty ranges than allegations of possession of a controlled substance. These offenses are codified in Texas Health and Safety Code beginning at Section 481.112. What is Manufacture Delivery Controlled Substance Texas? “Deliver” means to transfer, actually or constructively, to another a […]
Possession of a Controlled Substance in Texas | Fort Worth Possession Defense
Possession of a Controlled Substance and Penalty Groups in Texas The punishment for drug possession in Texas depends on which penalty group the drug falls into and the quantity of the drugs. There are nine drug penalty groups under Texas law (PG1, PG1-A, PG1-B, PG-2, PG-2A, PG-3, PG-4, Dangerous Drugs and Marijuana). Drugs are categorized […]
Types of Federal Firearm Charges
Understanding Federal Gun Charges: A Comprehensive Guide In the United States, the right to bear arms is enshrined in the Constitution. However, this right is not without its limits and responsibilities. Federal laws regulate who can possess firearms, how they can be used, and what types of firearms are permissible. Violations of these laws can […]
VS News Desk: Get the Latest Crime & Courts News
Looking for the latest crime and courts news? The VS News Desk keeps you current on the headlines, which are delivered by the defense attorneys at Varghese Summersett. Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association Asks Governor to Veto Blood Draw Bill In a rare but bold move, the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association is asking the […]
Child Sexual Assault Defense | Accusations of Child Sex Abuse
There is nothing more grave than an accusation of child sexual abuse. The prosecution of child sex abuse cases is aggressive and, short of capital murder, the consequences are more severe than any other type of criminal case. Cases of child sexual abuse are regularly prosecuted on the word of the child alone. There is […]
What is Capital Murder?
What is Capital Murder in Texas? In Texas, capital murder is the most severe form of homicide, involving specific aggravating circumstances that elevate it beyond a standard murder charge. Convictions for capital murder can result in life imprisonment without parole or the death penalty. Capital Murder vs. Murder in Texas In Texas, the biggest difference […]
