Posted on March 15, 2026 in Drug Crimes

A drug charge with intent to distribute is one of the more serious drug offenses you can face in Texas. It carries heavier penalties than simple possession, and prosecutors often rely on circumstantial evidence to try to prove their case. If you're dealing with this charge in 2026, it's important to know that being charged is not the same as being convicted. There are real ways to fight back. Our San Antonio drug crimes defense lawyer can review your case, challenge the evidence against you, and help you understand every option available to you.

What Does "Intent To Distribute" Mean Under Texas Law?

Under the Texas Controlled Substances Act, Health and Safety Code § 481.112, it is a crime to knowingly manufacture, deliver, or possess a controlled substance with the intent to deliver it. The keyword is intent. The state doesn't have to catch you in the act of selling drugs. Prosecutors can argue that you intended to distribute based entirely on the circumstances surrounding your arrest.

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 Posted on February 18, 2026 in DWI / DUI

After a DWI arrest in Texas, you may face an Administrative License Revocation (ALR) hearing that determines whether your driver’s license will be suspended. This can feel stressful, especially if you depend on driving for work, family, and daily responsibilities. The process also moves quickly. Under Texas law, you have only 15 days from the date you receive notice to request an ALR hearing, or your license suspension can begin automatically.

This hearing is separate from your criminal case and focuses only on your driving privileges. As of 2026, Texas continues to use the ALR process to review license suspensions after DWI arrests. Our San Antonio DWI defense lawyer helps drivers understand this process and take steps to protect their ability to drive.

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 Posted on February 05, 2026 in Criminal Law

If you’ve been charged with human smuggling in Texas, these cases move fast and often involve multiple law enforcement agencies. As of 2026, Texas continues to aggressively pursue human smuggling prosecutions across the state.

This is not rare. In one week in 2025 alone, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Texas reported 235 new immigration-related criminal cases, including multiple human smuggling charges, showing how frequently these cases are filed. If you are facing this situation, knowing what to do next is critical. A San Antonio, TX human smuggling defense lawyer can help you understand the charge, protect your rights, and respond before mistakes are made.

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 Posted on January 19, 2026 in Criminal Law

Intoxication manslaughter is one of the most serious charges under Texas law. It often follows a sudden and tragic accident, leaving people searching for clarity about what happened and what comes next.

In San Antonio, fatal crash cases receive close attention. In 2025, local reporting on the City of San Antonio’s Vision Zero efforts highlighted the city’s continued focus on reducing traffic deaths and severe injuries.

As of 2026, Texas courts continue to closely examine intoxication manslaughter cases, and early decisions often shape how the case moves forward. If you are under investigation or have been charged, speaking with a San Antonio criminal defense lawyer early can help you understand the process and protect your rights.

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 Posted on January 06, 2026 in Criminal Defense

As of 2026, Texas still recognizes Stand Your Ground as a lawful self-defense principle. It allows you to defend yourself when you reasonably believe force is immediately necessary to stop an unlawful threat. That protection exists even if the situation later leads to criminal charges. However, asserting you were acting in self-defense is rarely simple.

Texas Department of Public Safety crime data released in 2025 shows that aggravated assault remains one of the most frequently reported violent offenses tried under criminal law. And self-defense claims often arise from these fast-moving, highly charged encounters. Building a defense to fight the allegations can be complicated and requires you to understand the complex laws that govern them.

If you are facing assault or violent crime charges, a San Antonio, TX criminal defense lawyer can help determine whether Stand Your Ground applies to your case and how it should be raised.

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 Posted on December 25, 2025 in DWI / DUI

Winning your DUI case in Texas doesn't always mean your driver's license is automatically restored. As of 2025, Texas law treats DUI charges and license suspensions as related but independent processes.

A DUI arrest can disrupt your daily life long before your case is even resolved in court. Losing your ability to drive can happen before a conviction, and people often assume that if they win their DUI case, their driver's license will automatically come back. A San Antonio, TX DUI defense lawyer can help clarify how Texas law actually handles this situation so you can approach this with realistic expectations and understand your options.

Why Are DUI Charges and License Suspensions Handled Separately in Texas?

Texas law separates the criminal DUI case from the process that controls your driving privileges. The criminal case decides whether the State proves the DUI charge under Texas Penal Code § 49.04, which defines the offense of driving while intoxicated. That case is handled in court.

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 Posted on December 13, 2025 in Drug Crimes

Constructive possession can apply in a drug case even when nothing is found directly on a person. If you are facing state or federal drug charges, you need to know how this rule works under Texas law. An attorney can help you make sense of what is happening and what legal options may exist. Start building your defense by contacting the San Antonio, TX drug crimes defense lawyer at Law Offices of Sam H. Lock. 

What Does "Constructive Possession" Mean Under Texas Law?

Constructive possession means the state claims a person knew about drugs and had the ability to control them, even if the drugs were not found in that person’s hands, pockets, or bag. This is different from actual possession, where drugs are found directly on someone. With constructive possession, the focus is on control and awareness.

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 Posted on November 25, 2025 in Internet Crimes

Cyberbullying is an increasingly common internet crime in Texas and other states. Messages, posts, and videos that start online can sometimes lead to school discipline or even a criminal investigation. Schools can report cyberbullying to the police, and that report can start a criminal case. If your child is being investigated for this kind of offense, a San Antonio, TX cyberbullying charge defense lawyer can help.

What Counts as Cyberbullying in Texas Schools?

Cyberbullying refers to the use of electronic communication to threaten, embarrass, or harass another person. This can include text messages, social media posts, or online chat — basically any form of electronic communication.

Under Texas Education Code § 37.0832, also known as David’s Law, schools must take action if this type of communication affects a student’s education or sense of safety. The law gives schools the authority to discipline students who target others online. Even when something happens outside of school, the school can still respond if the actions cause problems on campus or among students.

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 Posted on November 11, 2025 in Criminal Defense

Being charged with homicide is an intimidating experience. The penalties are severe, and a conviction will have lifelong consequences. In some cases, a murder charge may be reduced to manslaughter. Whether this is possible depends on what the evidence shows and what your criminal defense strategy looks like. Our San Antonio, TX murder defense lawyer can guide you through the legal process and help you understand each step as your case moves forward.

Understanding Homicide Charges in Texas

In general, Texas law uses the word "homicide" to describe any situation where one person causes another person’s death. However, the law does not treat every type of homicide the same. The main difference between charges involves your mental state at the time of the incident.

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 Posted on October 26, 2025 in DWI / DUI

Failing a field sobriety test during a DWI stop is not an automatic conviction. These tests are supposed to measure balance, coordination, and focus, but they are not always accurate. Many sober drivers do poorly on them for several reasons. If this happens to you, speak with an experienced San Antonio, TX DWI defense lawyer right away to fight to protect your driver’s license, record, and reputation.

How Do Police Determine Whether You Pass or Fail a Field Sobriety Test in Texas?

In Texas, officers usually use three tests approved by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). These include the Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus (eye test), the Walk-and-Turn, and the One-Leg Stand. These tests look for indicators like swaying, missing heel-to-toe contact, or using your arms for balance.

However, whether you pass or fail is at the officer’s discretion. There is no objective score or scientific threshold. Under Texas Transportation Code §724.011, drivers automatically consent to chemical testing if arrested. However, field sobriety tests are not required by law. Police officers mainly use these tests to build probable cause for a DWI arrest.

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