When a Texas family is seeking to adopt a child, it can be important for them to know what to expect in the adoption process. This process involves many different steps. One of these steps is the home study.
This step is also sometimes referred to as a pre-adoptive home screening. In a home study, a caseworker goes to a prospective adoptive family’s home to see the home and talk with the members of the household.
If you and your ex-spouse have decided to divorce, you’re probably feeling hesitant about breaking the new to your child.
A number of factors can make this conversation easier or more difficult, such as the age of your child, your finances and whether the divorce is amicable. With these considerations in mind, here are a few pointers that may help you tell your child you’re getting divorced.
The state legislature has expressed concerns over sex crimes, and in a recent year the total number of sexual assault incidents in Texas exceeded 18,000. The laws in Texas are tough on sex crimes. When there are allegations of this type, it can be devastating to the person named as the defendant. Cases of this nature can become a public matter. Possible penalties can be rather onerous and can include jail time, fines, to being listed on a sex offender registry, etc. Should you find yourself faced with a charge of a sex crime, you should not wait to contact an experienced San Antonio sex crimes attorney right away. Our sex abuse lawyers are compassionate to the situation you have found yourself in. Also, our attorneys have the necessary experience defending against allegations of sexual abuse. You do have your constitutional rights. Our firm is prepared to defend those rights.
The reported robbery crime rate in San Antonio is significantly higher than the robbery crime rate for the entire state of Texas, and is still even higher than the U.S. robbery crime rate. Anyone charged with a crime instantly has a lot at stake. When anyone receives a criminal conviction of any sort, there will be a life-long impact upon the defendant. If you or your loved one has been charged with a robbery crime, swiftly contact an experienced San Antonio robbery lawyer as soon as possible. Our seasoned robbery lawyers can assist you or your loved one with all legal issues. Call our experienced and compassionate attorneys today.
It is common knowledge that most, but not all, domestic violence occurs where the female is the victim. Studies conducted in Texas have shown that 23% of women in the state claimed to have experienced physical abuse, and 13% of the women had claimed to have experienced both physical abuse and sexual abuse. During couple break-ups especially, family disputes can become heated and emotionally charged. If you and/or your children have become a victim of physical violence, or you and/or your children are under a threat of physical violence, you should take immediate steps to protect yourselves. The very first step you should take is to contact law enforcement. Thereafter, you should contact an experienced San Antonio protective orders lawyer. The experienced attorneys at our firm are ready to battle to protect your interests and your health. Do not hesitate and wait too long during such a crises.
Pursuant to Texas law, family violence and domestic abuse typically refers to violent acts between spouses. Although, at times domestic abuse can refer to elder abuse, child abuse, or even between partners, roommates, family members, or ex-spouses. Domestic violence is a crime, and it carries with it potential fines and significant jail time. If you are facing criminal charges of domestic violence, call one of our San Antonio family violence lawyers today, in order to protect your interests and to start building your defense.
Being arrested in Texas for driving while intoxicated ("DWI") can be one of the most stressful experiences you may ever have. To many arrested, the experience makes you feel like you are being treated like a criminal. Naturally, a defendant tends to worry and stress about what their family will think as well as what their friends and their employers will think if they were to find out that they were arrested and charged with a DWI. If you have been charged with DWI, what you need is an experienced San Antonio DWI lawyer who can diligently defend you and your case. The seasoned DWI attorneys at our firm can assist you through the complex legal process, fighting for your rights and interests.
For certain, the state of Texas takes its drug laws and crimes very seriously. Crime rates remain high in the state, and still the prison population continues to escalate. Many of Texas's politicians chant for a "zero tolerance" position to be taken towards drug offenses. The American Civil Liberties Union reported that there are 116 Texas prisoners serving life in prison for drug possession. Should you or a loved one find yourself arrested and charged with a drug offense, do not hesitate to contact an experienced San Antonio drug crimes lawyer in order to defend you against such onerous criminal penalties.
Divorce is often a painful process for all involved. As we are aware, divorce in America occurs quite often. Statistically, approximately 50% of all marriages end in divorce. Generally, in the United States more than 80,000 couples get divorced every year. When you go through the process of divorce, the stress and tensions can run very high. Disputes between the couple can arise involving any number of issues, such as with the children, possible allegations of infidelity, property division, among many other potential issues. If you are from the San Antonio area and are going through or about to go through a divorce, you should call an experienced San Antonio divorce attorney as soon as possible. Our seasoned divorce lawyers are prepared to fight for your interests and to protect your legal rights.
When the police handcuff you and take you in, your life can change instantly. A criminal charge, whether it is a misdemeanor or a felony, can seriously impact your career, jeopardize your family, and affect a lot more in your future. It is possible your freedom will be jeopardized with jail time too. There may be some heavy fines levied against you. And, a criminal record may haunt you for the remainder of your life. You must remember, however, that simply because you or a loved one has been charged with a crime it does not mean you are guilty. If you are faced with a criminal charge, you should quickly engage an experienced San Antonio criminal defense lawyer. The stakes are far too high to do otherwise, given the harshness of the fines and other penalties. Call our seasoned criminal defense attorneys today. We are prepared to zealously defend your rights.
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