10 Things to Know Before You Appear in Court Going to court can be a stressful experience. The more prepared you are, the less anxiety you will have about the entire process. The most important thing to remember is that if you are ordered to appear in court, you must show up in person or […]
What to Do (And Not to Do) If You Are Pulled Over or Facing DWI Charges in Texas Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) is one of the most commonly-charged offenses in Texas. Fighting DWI charges can be extremely difficult without the assistance of an experienced, trial-tested lawyer. If you are arrested for DWI/DUI in Texas, you […]
Understanding Your Rights When Approached by Law Enforcement Talking to police can be nerve-wracking. Whether you have been pulled over for a vehicle violation or are being investigated, it might feel like you’re being treated as guilty before ever stepping foot in a courtroom. When a police officer approaches you, it is important to know […]
Strict Penalties and Harsh Sentences Make the State Known for Being Tough on Crime Texas has one of the highest incarceration rates in the country and has the most people behind bars. Despite efforts to reduce the prison population, many offenses, including non-violent, low-level misdemeanors and felonies, are still harshly penalized. At Maverick Ray & […]
Mr. Ray Maintains Client’s Innocence in Celebrity Catfish Scam 38-year-old Chinwendu Azuonwu has been accused of impersonating best-selling music artist Bruno Mars in order to swindle a 63-year-old out of money. He is being represented by Houston’s heavy-hitter defense lawyer, Maverick Ray. Both Mr. Azuonwu and Maverick Ray deny his involvement in a catfish scheme […]
How Texas Classifies Crimes and Determines Penalties Texas classifies crimes into misdemeanors and felonies depending on the nature of the crime itself, the offender’s previous convictions or criminal background, and aggravating circumstances that may enhance penalties for the underlying offense. Felonies are considered more serious crimes and usually result in a state prison sentence if […]
What to Do If You Have Been Arrested for Drug Possession Many people believe that you will automatically be convicted if you are arrested for drug possession in Texas. In many cases, however, drug possession charges can be reduced or dismissed with the help of a knowledgeable attorney. At Maverick Ray & Associates, we understand […]
When you’re facing a sexual offense charge, you need to know that you’re facing one of the most serious charges that you will ever see in your life. If you’re convicted of any kind of sexual offense, it’s likely to follow you around for the rest of your life. Besides having the obvious conviction on […]
Texas is a “zero tolerance” state when it comes to driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Although the acronyms DUI (driving under the influence) and DWI (driving while intoxicated) both pertain to the charges for driving while impaired through drug or alcohol use, they have distinct parameters and different penalties under state law. The […]
