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- Criminal LawPenalties, offenses and the Texas Penal Code.34 articles
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- Employment RightsWages, leave, discrimination and wrongful termination.10 articles
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- EducationHow the Texas legislature and its committees work.8 articles
- Recent BillsAnalysis of notable bills from recent legislative sessions.4 articles
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Real Estate Laws
Texas Builder Warranty Laws: Why Homeowners Should Schedule an Inspection at Closing and Before the 11-Month Warranty Deadline
Texas builder warranty laws and why new-home owners should schedule an inspection at closing and again before the 11-month warranty deadline.
Criminal Law
Drug Offenses In Texas: Laws, Penalties, and Explanations
From possession to trafficking to manufacturing, and their penalties, we'll get to it all on this page about Texas Drug offenses.
Employment Rights
Paternity Leave in Texas
View this page for updated laws on the emerging issue of paternity leave in the state of Texas. Don't worry, changes are coming.
Criminal Law
Dry Counties In Texas: Still A Thing
Depending on where you live in Texas, it may shock you to know that some counties do not allow any alcohol to be sold in the county.
Employment Rights
How Long is Maternity Leave in Texas? Your Questions Answered
Current Texas laws offer the minimum federal protection for Maternity Leave provided by the Family Medical Leave Act. Learn the full story.
Criminal Law
Texas Income Tax Laws
The definitive article on Texas income tax laws. We cover everything from business tax laws to personal tax to income tax.
Family Law
Getting Married In Texas: Costs, Age Requirements and More
Learn how to get married in Texas including the age of consent, common law marriages, and same-sex marriage requirements in the state.
Real Estate Laws
Texas Real Estate and Property Laws
Comprehensive guide to eviction laws and processes in Texas: valid reasons for eviction, required notices, lawsuit procedures and tenant defenses.
Criminal Law
How To Have A DWI Removed From Your Record in Texas
Learn about expunging a DWI in Texas, from the eligibility criteria and process to the costs, timeline and benefits, plus advice on finding legal help.
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- Texas Open Carry Hand Gun Law ExplainedRecent Bills
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- Is Poker Legal In Texas?Criminal Law
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- Is Weed Legal in Houston?Criminal Law
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- Bribery Laws in TexasCriminal Law
- Texas Penalty For Robbery and Where It's Most CommonCriminal Law
- Houston DWI Laws, Penalties, and FrequencyCriminal Law
- Trafficking Laws In TexasCriminal Law
- BB Gun Laws in TexasCriminal Law
- Nursing Home Abuse in TexasHealthcare
- Assault Penalties in TexasCriminal Law
- Can You Get Arrested For Assault Without Touching Someone? Indecent Assault ExplainedCriminal Law
- What's The Difference Between Misdemeanors and Felonies?Education
- Abortion Laws In Texas: The Full StoryHealthcare
- Explaining Texas Death Penalty LawsCriminal Law
- Less Common (but still important) Juvenile Alcohol Laws in TexasFamily Law
- Medical Malpractice Laws in TexasHealthcare
- Adoption Laws in Texas: Process and CostsFamily Law
- Texas Penalties on First DWI OffenseCriminal Law
- Public Intoxication in Texas: Definitions, Penalties and ExplanationsCriminal Law
- Texas Marital Property Laws: Who Owns WhatFamily Law
- How To Get Your Marriage Annulled In TexasFamily Law
- What Are The Laws on Discrimination at Work?Employment Rights
- Fired Because You're Disabled? Find Out What To DoEmployment Rights
- Age Discrimination Laws ExplainedEmployment Rights
- Texas Gambling Laws ExplainedCriminal Law
- What is Texas Minimum Wage? Current Laws and RegulationsEmployment Rights
- Texas Juvenile Laws: Definitions, Penalties and MoreFamily Law
- Understanding Workers' Compensation Laws In TexasEmployment Rights
- What Holidays Does Texas Recognize?Employment Rights
- Insurance Laws in Texas: Healthcare to AutoHealthcare
- A Tour of Texas Open Container LawsCriminal Law
- Physician Assisted Suicide in TexasHealthcare
- Domestic Violence Laws and Penalties In TexasFamily Law
- Getting A DWI Removed From Your Record In TexasCriminal Law
- Is Online Sports Betting Legal In TexasCriminal Law
- Current Texas Hand Gun LawsCriminal Law
- Current Texas Marijuana LawsCriminal Law
- How To Lookup Texas Laws OnlineEducation
- Gay Marriage Laws In TexasFamily Law
- Gun Laws In Texas: The Full StoryCriminal Law
- How Do Texas Bills Become Laws?Education
- Understanding Texas Committee AppointmentsEducation
- Custody Laws In Texas ExplainedFamily Law
- Analysis of The Texas Heartbeat BillRecent Bills
- Texas Star Spangled Banner Protection Act ExplainedRecent Bills
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- Most Important Committee Assignments in TexasEducation
- The Political Parties of TexasEducation
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