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When we think of trials, we often imagine a jury of our peers deliberating and reaching a verdict. However, the bench trial is another option in the Texas legal system. In a bench trial, the judge acts as the fact-finder …
In Texas, we have a bifurcated trial system. This means that in Texas, there are potentially two parts to a trial. The first part of a trial in Texas is called “The Guilt/ Innocence Phase” of the trial. If a …
When facing federal charges where self-defense is a factor, a Houston federal criminal defense attorney who understands both state and federal law becomes essential to your defense.
Criminal Defense Lawyer Robert J. Fickman has defended the accused in State and …
The Federal Government treats Federal bribery and corruption cases with extraordinary seriousness. Any individual accused of offering, requesting, or accepting improper payments in connection with public duties or federal programs can face a very serious criminal investigation and potential criminal …
Drug-related offenses in Houston are filed in State or Federal Court. As a general rule, cases involving lengthy investigations into alleged drug conspiracies are filed in the Federal Court. Cases that involve short investigations and smaller amounts of drugs are …