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How Does a Self-Defense Case Work in Texas?
Not every fight leads to a conviction. Sometimes defending yourself isn’t just understandable — it’s legal. In a recent self-defense case, Houston criminal defense attorney Joseph Ruiz represented a client who was charged with assault after a bar fight. What looked like a simple altercation…
DWI Charges in Houston Don’t Always Mean Conviction: A Case I Defended and Won
Imagine being pulled over on an ordinary Friday night and suddenly realizing your entire future could be at risk because of a DWI arrest. Here in Houston, the Houston Police Department makes more than 5,500 DWI arrests every year. But I remind every client who…
Understanding Texas Stand Your Ground Laws: Your Legal Rights in Self-Defense
At Ruiz Law, we know how quickly a self-defense situation can escalate—and how easily a misunderstanding can place you at risk of criminal charges. Understanding Texas Stand Your Ground laws is essential if you ever need to protect yourself or someone else in a dangerous…
Why the Victim Cannot Drop the Charges in a Criminal Case
Here is a question I hear all the time: “If the victim wants to drop the charges, does the case automatically go away?” The quick answer is no. Once the police are involved and charges are filed, it is no longer up to the victim.…
Understanding When Self-Defense Protects You and When It Doesn’t
Most people think that if you are defending yourself, the charges just disappear. Unfortunately, that is not how it works in Texas. Self-defense is real, and it can protect you, but it is not automatic. You must demonstrate to the court that your actions were…
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