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Forensic evidence can often play a significant role in determining a person’s guilt or innocence in criminal cases. However, forensic evidence is not infallible and can sometimes be challenged.
In Houston, years ago, the Houston Police Department came under critical …
Facing criminal charges when you are innocent can feel like a nightmare. The stakes are high, the system is intimidating, and you’re suddenly confronted with decisions that could change your life forever. Among the hardest is the choice to accept …
Since 2015, the Houston Police Department has been using body-worn cameras, and by 2023, it had captured nearly 2.7 million videos of public interactions. In a push for greater transparency, the department committed in 2021 to releasing footage of critical …
In the complex realm of criminal defense, Federal Misprision of Felony cases presents unique challenges that demand a strategic and thorough approach. Under Federal law, whoever, knowing the actual commission of a felony cognizable by a court of the United …
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 …
If you are facing criminal charges in Houston, it is essential to understand whether your case will be handled in state court or federal court. This distinction affects investigations, charging decisions, trial procedures, and potential sentences.
Robert J. Fickman is …
Being charged with violating the Federal Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) can be among the most serious criminal charges an individual can face in any Federal court. These charges involve complex allegations that the accused was part of …
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 …