Lawbreaking In Texas: A Closer Look At Top 5 Offenses

While most people that are not from Abilene that move here complain that Abilene has a lot of churches. Nobody complains about how many bars or alcohol dispensing facilities are in Abilene.

The most broken law in Texas by drivers is running a red light and coming in at a close second place is driving while intoxicated. So, I began to wonder what is the most broken law in Texas that does not involve driving.

When I discovered the number one MOST broken law in Texas, I was completely blown away. I thought that it might have been bar fights, domestic abuse, or even animal abuse due to the number of cattle, sheep, and horses we have in Texas.

But I wasn't even close the number one most broken non-driving law in Texas never even crossed my mind. Can you guess what it is? It appears that we Texans love to drink in public too!

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These are the Texas Top-5 Most Broken Laws (Non-Driving):

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#5-Trespassing: Entering someone else’s property without permission constitutes trespassing. Whether it’s private property, government land, or commercial premises, trespassing is against the law. Penalties can include fines or even jail time.

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#4-Drug Possession: Possessing illegal drugs or controlled substances is a criminal offense. The penalties vary based on the type and amount of drugs involved. Texas has strict drug laws, and violations can lead to fines, probation, or imprisonment.

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#3-Shoplifting or Theft: Stealing merchandise from a store is against the law. The severity of the offense depends on the value of the stolen items. Penalties range from fines to imprisonment, depending on the circumstances.

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#2-Minor in Possession of Alcohol: It’s illegal for anyone under 21 years old to possess or consume alcohol in Texas. Violators can face fines, community service, and mandatory alcohol awareness classes. The penalties increase for subsequent offenses.

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#1-Public Intoxication: Texas law prohibits public intoxication. If someone is visibly intoxicated in a public place and poses a danger to themselves or others, they can be arrested. This offense is a Class C misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of up to $500.
Source: Texas Constitution and statutes

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Source: Top 5 Non-driving Laws Texans Break the Most!