FOLLOWING DWI ARREST, FORMER QB VINCE YOUNG SAYS HE’S NOT GUILTY

FOLLOWING DWI ARREST, FORMER QB VINCE YOUNG SAYS HE’S NOT GUILTY

Texas native and former NFL quarterback Vince Young was arrested for allegedly driving while intoxicated in early February, 2019 in Missouri City. However, Young says he is innocent. He made the statement during an appearance at the TRISTAR Houston show. “It’s just an allegation,” the former Heisman Trophy runner-up said when speaking about the incident.

Young, who first played football at Madison High School in Houston, also responded to the DWI allegations on Twitter by pledging to “make sure this never happens again.” He went on to apologize to his family, friends, and fans in the statement he made via social media. After the arrest occurred, the Pro Bowl honoree was booked on $500 bond and subsequently released. This isn’t the first time Young was charged with this type of behavior.

In 2016, Young was arrested for same offense while in Austin after he was observed driving erratically on a highway. During the 2016 incident, he was subjected to a field sobriety test, which he failed. He also admitted to consuming several bottles of beer before getting behind the wheel. Prior to retiring from the NFL in 2014, Young helped the University of Texas score a victory in a game against USC in the 2006 Rose Bowl.

While making his statement about the arrest, Young also expressed confidence in his lawyer. As for what an attorney may do in a similar situation involving a DWI charge, one possible option is to question the reason for stopping the vehicle in the first place. Building a defense against charges of this nature may also involve questioning test results or presenting evidence of medical reasons for driving behaviors. In some instances, a lawyer might make an argument for dismissing or reducing charges.

Source: ABC 13, “Vince Young claims he’s not guilty after DWI arrest near Missouri City,” KTRK, February 9, 2019

WILL MY MARIJUANA MISDEMEANOR HAVE AN EFFECT ON COLLEGE?

WILL MY MARIJUANA MISDEMEANOR HAVE AN EFFECT ON COLLEGE?

During the four or so years of college, many students end up experiencing a wide variety of life lessons. Although college students have significant experience with consequences, they become more serious after the age of 18.

One of the biggest life lessons learned during college surrounds marijuana possession.

Although many states in the U.S. have legalized marijuana, it is still illegal in most states, and of course, on a federal level. If you have marijuana in Texas and are caught, you can expect serious punishment and a ripple-effect of consequences. The laws regarding marijuana possession in Texas are among the toughest in the U.S., so it is important to stay informed and be prepared to mount a legal defense should charges be filed.

Texas marijuana laws

  • 2 ounces or less. Possession of up to 2 ounces of marijuana is eligible for a Class B misdemeanor
  • 2 to 4 ounces. Possession of 2 to 4 ounces of marijuana is eligible for a Class A misdemeanor and up to one year in jail as well as fines up to $4,000.
  • 4 or more ounces. Possession of 4 or more ounces of marijuana, could lead to felony charges. The penalty will depend on the amount and circumstances.

How a misdemeanor can affect college

Because misdemeanors are a matter of public record, an off-campus charge may come to the attention of college officials. Additionally, if court appearances or jail time occur during the academic year, you may have no choice but to notify the college of your situation. Should the college find out, consequences may include:

  • Unexcused absences
  • Suspension
  • Expulsion
  • Loss of athletic scholarship
  • Loss of academic scholarship
  • Loss of financial aid
  • Dropping out due to lost funds

A misdemeanor charge is a very real threat to a person’s present and future. Regardless of circumstance, it is in your best interest to aggressively fight the charges.

TEXAS TRAFFIC STOP LEADS TO LARGE DRUG SEIZURE

TEXAS TRAFFIC STOP LEADS TO LARGE DRUG SEIZURE

A routine traffic stop in Texas on January 18 led to the discovery and seizure of 50 pounds of a substance believed to be cocaine, according to a report from the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office. An FCSO representative says that the drugs would be worth about $5 million if sold on the street. A 50-year-old Mexican national has been taken into custody in connection with the alleged drug haul. Police have yet to determine how the narcotics were smuggled into the United States.

According to media accounts, an FCSO deputy with a K9 partner pulled over a Mazda CX-9 on Interstate 10 between Houston and San Antonio for an undisclosed traffic violation. The deputy, who, reports indicate, is a drug-interdiction specialist, says that he became suspicious when the man behind the wheel of the SUV gave inconsistent and contradictory answers to questions about his journey and itinerary. The deputy claims that the man then gave him permission to search his vehicle for drugs.

During the ensuing search, the deputy is said to have discovered packages of white powder in compartments that had been concealed in each of the vehicle’s seats. The deputy says that he then tested the substance and discovered that it was cocaine. This was the third major drug arrest made by the deputy in recent weeks.

Experienced criminal defense attorneys would likely advise their clients against consenting to any kind of warrantless search even if they believe that they have nothing to hide. Attorneys could also question allegations of drug crimes based on the results of roadside drug tests because the testing kits used by police have been known to identify benign substances like baking soda as illegal drugs.

Source: Breitbart, $5M in Cocaine Seized in Texas Traffic Stop near San Antonio, Bob Price, January 22, 2019

POSSIBLE CONSEQUENCES OF DRUG USE FOR TEENS

POSSIBLE CONSEQUENCES OF DRUG USE FOR TEENS

Texas teenagers who use drugs with friends may face severe consequences. Legally, they could be charged as a drug dealer for sharing them or with homicide if a friend overdoses as a result.

According to CNN, nearly a quarter of high school teenagers said they had used marijuana within the past year. However, prescription drugs are becoming more popular, and The Foundation for a Drug-Free World reports that for the vast majority of prescription drug addicts, the addiction begins in the teen years. The National Institute on Drug Abuse reports that one-quarter of abusers of prescription drugs began taking them before the age of 13.

Teenagers get access to drugs in several different ways. They might get prescription drugs from their parents or grandparents. They may sell or share these or other drugs they have access to, or in some cases, they and their friends may pool their money to buy drugs. Examples of young people who have faced serious charges in drug cases include three teens who were charged with murder after a friend overdosed on LSD they provided. In a case in Minnesota, a 21-year-old shared a drug with a friend at a party who then died of an overdose. He was sentenced to nine years in prison.

Drug charges can have serious consequences for people at any age. Even a misdemeanor can result in jail time and fines, and a person could also be limited in what kind of financial aid for school or housing is available. A drug-related conviction can affect a person’s career. An attorney may be able to help the person get a plea deal that leads to reduced charges. If the person’s rights were violated, some evidence or even the case could be dismissed. An attorney may also be able to help craft a defense if the case goes to trial.

TEXAS MAN FACES DRUG CHARGES AFTER TRAFFIC STOP

TEXAS MAN FACES DRUG CHARGES AFTER TRAFFIC STOP

A Texas man is facing drug charges after he was arrested by Bryan police at a traffic stop on Dec. 21, 2018. According to police, the 24-year-old man was found carrying almost 30 grams of methamphetamine in his pants pocket. The man was arrested by police after they checked the license plate of a car parked on Long Drive. While the car soon drove away from the area, police noticed that the car owner’s license was suspended. They pulled the car over near an access road to Texas State Highway 6.

Police spoke with the driver, who reportedly consented to a search of the vehicle. The Bryan police claimed that the passenger appeared to be nervous and was reluctant to leave the vehicle. Police say that the man told them that he was upset because he had previously been arrested on a drug charge. While searching the vehicle, police said that they found a small amount of marijuana as well as 27.3 grams of crystal meth in the possession of the passenger. Police also claimed that the man said that he was planning to sell the methamphetamine to make money to pay a lawyer to defend him from the outstanding drug charges.

The man was arrested at the scene and charged with several drug offenses, including delivery of methamphetamine, possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. While the latter two charges are misdemeanors, the meth charge is a first-degree felony that carries a sentence of up to 99 years in prison.

Drug charges can lead to serious consequences, including hefty fines, jail time or a felony criminal record that can hinder access to housing, education or employment. A criminal defense lawyer can help someone accused of drug crimes challenge prosecution narratives and potentially avoid a conviction.

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