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What Is Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity in Texas? Understanding Penal Code 71.02

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Being charged with Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity (EOCA) in Texas is a serious matter. Often associated with organized crime, gangs, or criminal enterprises, this offense can significantly increase the penalties a person faces. Under Texas Penal Code 71.02, prosecutors may pursue this charge when they believe multiple individuals worked together to commit certain criminal…

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Boating While Intoxicated (BWI) in Texas: What You Need to Know

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Many people know that driving while intoxicated (DWI) is illegal in Texas. However, fewer people realize that the law also prohibits operating a boat while intoxicated. Whether you’re spending the day on a lake, river, or other public waterway, a Boating While Intoxicated (BWI) charge can carry serious legal consequences. Understanding how Texas law applies…