There are many people in the state of Texas. A lot also choose to follow the laws set by both the nation and the state they live in. But then, there are those who unfortunately break laws.

What Is The Crime Data From Texas For 2024?

According to Kangaroo, The Lone Star State had a rate of 4.7 violent crimes per 1,000 residents. This rate was above the average for the entire United States, which was 4 per 1,000 individuals. Kangaroo also revealed that Texas had 28.4 property crimes per 1,000 residents for the year.

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So, simply put, Texas is no stranger to crime. But, there's many that are committed more often than others, with some of them being more severe than others. These smaller crimes are known misdemeanors.

Is There A List Of Misdemeanors That Texans Do The Most?

Sadly, there is a list of misdemeanors that persons in the state of Texas carry out. They vary in where they take place. Whether it be on the roadway or on the sidewalk, you may have seen them happen in real time.

With help from The Texas Criminal Defense Group, these are the ten most committed misdemeanors in the state. Remember Texas, "crime doesn't pay!"

These Are The Top Ten Misdemeanors Done In Texas

There are many people in the state of Texas. A lot also choose to follow the laws set by both the nation and the state they live in. But then, there are those who unfortunately break laws.

Gallery Credit: Tommy Paradise, Townsquare Media, Canva, Texas Criminal Defense Group

10 Famous FBI Crimes or Criminals Linked to Texas

Here is a look at 10 different cases or criminals with links to the state of Texas.

Gallery Credit: Billy Jenkins

25 True Crime Locations: What Do They Look Like Today?

Below, find out where 25 of the most infamous crimes in history took place — and what the locations are used for today. (If they've been left standing.)

Texas Death Row: A Look The Life & Crimes Of Every Inmate Executed In 2023

Here is a look at the eight men executed this year in Texas and the capital crimes they were convicted of committing.

Gallery Credit: Renee Raven

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