Category: Criminal Defense

In most situations, police in Texas cannot search your phone without a warrant. Your smartphone contains private information protected by the Fourth Amendment, and officers generally need judicial approval before reviewing your messages, photos, location history, or apps. However, there are limited exceptions — and understanding these can help you protect your...

If you learn there’s a warrant for your arrest in Fort Worth, do not ignore it. Warrants give law enforcement the authority to take you into custody at home, work, or during a routine traffic stop. The fastest way to protect yourself is to confirm the warrant, understand why it was issued,...

Missing your criminal court date in Texas can lead to serious consequences, including a warrant for your arrest, additional criminal charges, higher bond amounts, and a much more difficult defense. In Fort Worth, judges take missed appearances seriously, even if the absence was accidental. Having the guidance of an experienced defense...

In Texas, police can detain you for a short period while investigating, but they cannot hold you indefinitely without charges. If you are arrested, the state generally must file charges within 48 hours or bring you before a magistrate for a probable cause hearing. In Fort Worth, delays or violations of this...

Facing criminal charges in Texas is stressful, but many people don’t realize how much happens before a trial even begins. One of the most important stages in the process involves pretrial motions. These legal requests, filed by your defense attorney, can shape the evidence, arguments, and even the outcome of your case.

You don’t need to have committed a crime to find yourself facing charges. In fact, you can be arrested and prosecuted with little more than someone’s word. It happens more often than people think—and once the legal system is in motion, the consequences can be swift and severe. If...

If you’ve been accused of arson after a house fire, your entire future could be on the line. What began as a tragedy can quickly turn into a criminal investigation, with you at its center. In Texas, arson carries lengthy prison sentences, substantial fines, and the permanent stigma of a felony conviction.

Pretrial motions in Texas criminal cases are legal tools used before trial to challenge evidence, protect your rights, and potentially reduce or dismiss charges, often shaping the entire outcome of your case before it reaches a jury. At Daniel Collins Law, we use pretrial motions to protect your rights,...