Former Federal Prosecutor · Dallas, Texas

What To Do If You Are The Target Of A Criminal Investigation

Status of Person Investigated A “target” of a criminal investigation is a person against whom the prosecutor and law enforcement are working to obtain formal charges, that is, an Indictment. It is a term that is used in both federal investigations and state investigations, although the term “target” is associated more with federal criminal investigations. […]

What Should I Do If I Am Accused Of Statutory Rape?

https://teakelllaw.com/videos/what-should-i-do-if-i-am-accused-of-statutory-rape/ If you are accused of having sex with someone who is underage, or if you think you are being investigated for this crime, the first thing you need to do is to hire an attorney who will go in and investigate the charges, investigate the evidence, and determine how strong the criminal case is […]

What Should I Do If I Am Arrested and Charged with Statutory Rape in Texas?

Facing a statutory rape charge in Texas can feel overwhelming and life-altering. Did you know that a conviction could lead to up to 20 years in prison, fines of up to $10,000, and mandatory registration as a sex offender? These consequences can affect your personal, professional, and social life for years. The stakes are high, […]

What Are The Defenses To Statutory Rape?

https://teakelllaw.com/videos/what-are-the-defenses-to-statutory-rape/ Well, by definition, the Statutory Rape, or the sexual assault, person to consent is, again, by definition, consensual. There is no force, no intimidation or threats, no promises of anything to obtain the act of sex. A defense could be, and does exist, when the participants are close in age, usually about two years, […]

What Counts as Evidence for Intent to Distribute Drugs in Texas

​ https://teakelllaw.com/videos/what-counts-as-evidence-for-intent-to-distribute-drugs-in-texas/ Have you or has a loved one been charged with intent to distribute drugs? Watch our FREE video and find out more about what you need to know. What kinds of intent to distribute are there? Basically, two categories. If you have evidence that the person had made arrangements to receive a controlled […]

What Is Statutory Rape?

Statutory Rapes was a term that’s sort of from the past that still applies today. It’s usually referred to as sexual assault, just like rape would be referred to as sexual assault, but the statutory rape is having consensual sex with, usually a person who is underage or not deemed to be of age to […]

I Was Arrested For Possession Of Drugs. What Happens Next?

https://teakelllaw.com/videos/i-was-arrested-for-possession-of-drugs-what-happens-next/ If you have or a loved one has been arrested for possession of drugs, watch our free video and find out what you need to know: If it is a bondable offense and you make the bond, I would encourage that person to contact an attorney, retain the attorney, get with the district attorney’s […]

I Was Suspected Of A White Collar Crime And Am Under Investigation. What Should I Do?

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https://teakelllaw.com/videos/i-was-suspected-of-a-white-collar-crime-and-am-under-investigation-what-should-i-do/ Hire an Attorney Your attorney will be able to go in, figure out what the focus of the investigation is, and find out the time frame on the Prosecutor’s end. That attorney will also be able to figure out if you are the primary focus of the investigation or if you are being investigated […]

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