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Joseph Ruiz

Joseph Ruiz is the founder of the Law Office of Joseph Ruiz, PLLC in Houston, Texas. A criminal defense attorney with 20 years of experience, he focuses his practice on DWI and other serious charges. Licensed in Texas since 2004, he earned his J.D. from St. Mary’s University School of Law after completing his B.A. at Vanderbilt University. Ruiz has authored articles for the Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association on trial strategy and juror persuasion.

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Angleton, TX Crime Rate and Statistics
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Last Modified on Jan 01, 2025

Compared with Houston to the north, Angleton, TX, is a relatively smaller city with a population of around 19,000. It’s important to take this into consideration when considering the level of crime in the area. Because crime rates are usually reported based on their occurrence…

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Galveston, TX Crime Rate and Statistics
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Last Modified on Jan 01, 2025

According to multiple sources, including AreaVibes and City-Data, Galveston, Texas, has a crime rate significantly higher than most major U.S. cities. You may be wondering what the Galveston, TX crime rate is, and how it compares to other Texas cities. The crime rate in Galveston…

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Richmond, TX Crime Rate and Statistics
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Last Modified on Jan 01, 2025

According to statistics gathered by the FBI and AreaVibes, the overall crime rate for the city of Richmond, Texas, is approximately 8.8% higher than the national average as of late 2023. Richmond is a suburb of Houston with an approximate population of around 12,500 people.…

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Conroe, TX Crime Rate and Statistics
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Last Modified on Apr 02, 2025

According to information gathered from the FBI and AreaVibes, the crime rate in Conroe, Texas, is 1% higher than the national average as of late 2023. The small city of Conroe rests just north of Houston, with a population hovering around 101,000 people. Some citizens…

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Houston, TX Crime Rate and Statistics
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Last Modified on Jan 01, 2025

According to statistics from the FBI and Security.org, Houston, Texas, remains the fourth most dangerous city in the United States when it comes to violent crimes, with 25,609 violent crimes reported since 2017. The Houston, TX, crime rate tends to hover fairly high, as it…

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How Much Does a Criminal Defense Attorney Cost in Texas?
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Last Modified on Jan 01, 2025

Facing criminal charges, whether a low-level misdemeanor or a Class A felony, is distressing. Regardless of innocence, a criminal conviction has a direct impact on your life, as well as far-reaching ripple effects. It is common knowledge that working with a criminal defense attorney in…

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How Much Does a DWI Lawyer Cost in Texas?
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Last Modified on Jan 01, 2025

How much does a DWI lawyer cost in Texas is one of the first questions you may have when facing Driving While Intoxicated charges. The truth is that the expense of hiring a DWI defense attorney in Houston, TX, depends in large part on the…

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DWI 3rd Offense in Texas – What You Need to Know
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Last Modified on Jan 01, 2025

Being pulled into the court system for any reason is intimidating, but facing criminal charges can be particularly frightening and life-altering. Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) charges are taken very seriously in Texas and, in extreme situations, can even lead to life in prison. After the…

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DWI 2nd Offense in Texas – What You Need to Know
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Last Modified on Jan 01, 2025

If you are facing a DWI 2nd offense in Texas, then you have already gone through the experience of being arrested, charged, and convicted of a DWI. You may be experiencing the same anxieties as the last time or remembering the consequences of your last…

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DWI First Offense in Texas – What You Need to Know
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Last Modified on Jan 01, 2025

Driving while under the influence of substances impairs your ability to drive safely. It also puts your life and the lives of others around you in danger. As a result, DWIs are not treated lightly by law enforcement or the courts. This can lead to…

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