Specific state laws as they apply to the state of Texas
Last Updated: January 2026 | Verified against current state statutes Quick Answer: How Long Is a Murder Sentence? Murder sentences in the United States vary dramatically by state and the degree of murder charged. First-degree murder typically carries 25 years to life or the death penalty in 27 states. Second-degree murder ranges from 4 years … Read more
Last verified: January 2026. This page reflects current Texas Transportation Code Chapter 550 and applicable penalty classifications. Table of Contents Overview of Texas Hit and Run Laws Driver Duties After an Accident When Hit and Run Is a Misdemeanor When Hit and Run Is a Felony Penalties Summary Texas Crash Statistics Notable Cases Frequently Asked … Read more
Texas has specific laws addressing sexting involving minors, giving prosecutors charging options that distinguish teen-to-teen sexting from more serious child pornography offenses. Under Texas Penal Code §43.261, minors who share explicit images face misdemeanor charges rather than the felony penalties that apply to child pornography. However, adults who sext with minors face serious felony charges … Read more
Statute of Limitations TX- Summary Texas’s statute of limitations establishes a deadline before which civil cases – such as lawsuits – must be filed in the state. In relation to criminal charges, it also prevents prosecutors from charging an individual with a crime after a specified period of time has passed. The statutes of limitations … Read more
A Summary of Texas Whistleblower Laws Texas is an employment-at-will state. This means employees can be discharged from work for any reason or no reason. However, there are a few exceptions to this doctrine that are used to protect employees from wrongful retaliation. These exceptions include common law protections and statutory protections. Statutory protections are … Read more
Last verified: February 2026 Key Points Primary Law: Texas Occupations Code Chapter 2301, Subchapter M (§ 2301.601-2301.613) Coverage: New vehicles including cars, trucks, vans, motorcycles, ATVs, motor homes, and towable recreational vehicles Presumption: Four Times Test, Serious Safety Hazard Test, or 30-Day Test within specified periods Remedies: Repair, replacement, or repurchase at manufacturer’s option (consumer … Read more
A Summary of Child Car Seat Laws in Texas A Summary of Child Car Seat Laws in Texas Infants and toddlers should ride on rear-facing seats until they reach age 2. Children can graduate to forward-facing seats once they outgrow the rear-facing seat. Children can ride on booster seats once they outgrow forward-facing seats. The … Read more
Texas Recording Law Summary: Last Updated: January 2025 | Verified against current Tex. Penal Code § 16.02 Quick Answer Texas is a one-party consent state. You can legally record phone calls, in-person conversations, and other communications as long as you’re a party to the conversation or have consent from at least one participant. Illegal recording … Read more
