The public attitude is shifting about marijuana-related crimes, and law enforcement in some areas of Texas seems to follow public sentiment. In Austin, minor marijuana-related offenses are now no longer cause for arrest. In Texas, possession of small amounts of...
Month: July 2020
Studies show advanced driver aids prevent crashes
Cars, pickup trucks and SUVs with advanced semi-autonomous safety systems are becoming increasingly popular in Texas, and recent studies suggest that these features may be preventing accidents and saving lives. The systems can stop vehicles from drifting out of their...
The importance of monitoring harsh truck driving
Trucking companies in Texas have good reason to monitor their fleet for harsh driving. First, harsh driving, characterized as it is by sudden acceleration, hard braking and rapid turns, can indicate aggression and a lack of concern for others' safety. Harsh driving,...
Texas man convicted on drug trafficking charges
A Bowie County man faces up to 40 years in a federal prison after being convicted of trafficking methamphetamine and marijuana. A jury found the 31-year-old man guilty after a trial lasting four days. The conviction was announced by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the...
Animal welfare call leads to drug bust
On May 10, Texas authorities arrested a man on drug charges while responding to an animal welfare call in College Station. The incident occurred at a residence on the 300 block of Southwest Parkway. According to media reports, police received a report of an individual...