Protect Your Loved One’s Future: The Essential Guide to Texas Durable Power of Attorney Caring for a family member with a disability, Alzheimer’s, or chronic mental health issues is a profound act of love—but it is also a complex legal responsibility. When a loved one can no longer make financial or legal decisions for themselves,…
A Guide for Clients of Beltz Law Group Self-defense in Texas is built on the concept of a “reasonable belief.” Under the Texas Penal Code, you are justified in using force if you reasonably believe it is immediately necessary to protect yourself. But what happens if your belief was based on a mistake? What if…
A Guide to Texas Penal Code Section 8.02 We have all heard the phrase, “It was just an honest mistake.” In everyday life, a mistake might lead to an apology; in the Texas criminal justice system, it can be the difference between a prison sentence and an acquittal. Under Texas Penal Code Section 8.02, a…
When Mental Health Meets the Courtroom In our previous article, we discussed the “Insanity Defense” under Texas Penal Code Section 8.01. However, many people wonder what happens if a defendant has a mental impairment that is serious but doesn’t meet the extremely strict “right from wrong” legal standard for insanity. This brings us to the…
Understanding Texas Penal Code Section 7.24 As we discussed in the previous article, Texas Penal Code Section 7.22 allows for the criminal prosecution of corporations and business entities. This can feel like an overwhelming threat to business owners—after all, how can you control every action of every employee at all times? Fortunately, Texas law provides…
A Guide to Texas Penal Code Section 7.22 We often think of “criminals” as individuals, but in the eyes of Texas law, a corporation can be just as liable as a person. Whether it is a multi-national corporation, a local LLC, or a small association, business entities can face criminal prosecution, heavy fines, and permanent…
Navigating Texas Penal Code Section 7.02 In the Texas legal system, “keeping the wrong company” can have devastating legal consequences. While Section 7.01 establishes the general principle that anyone involved in a crime is a “party,” Section 7.02 of the Texas Penal Code goes deeper. It outlines the specific circumstances under which you can be…
When Your Future Depends on the Conduct of Others In our previous article, we explored how Texas Penal Code Section 7.01 (The Law of Parties) allows the state to hold you responsible for a crime even if you weren’t the “main actor.” Because this law is so broad, it is often used to sweep up…
A Guide to Texas Penal Code Section 7.01 In many states, the legal system draws a hard line between the person who physically commits a crime (the “principal”) and those who helped them (the “accomplices”). However, in Texas, that line has been intentionally erased. Under Section 7.01 of the Texas Penal Code, everyone involved in…
Understanding Texas Law: The Stand Against Racial Profiling A Guide to Article 2B.0053 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure At Beltz Law Group, we believe that transparency and legal literacy are the foundations of justice. In Texas, the commitment to fair policing isn’t just an ideal—it is a statutory mandate. Central to this commitment…