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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 …
Being arrested can be a distressing and confusing experience. It is important to understand your rights and know how to navigate the process to protect yourself.
Stay Calm and CooperateRemaining calm is crucial during an arrest. Feeling anxious or …
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 …
Immigration status can have a significant impact on criminal defense cases in Texas. Non-citizens, including legal permanent residents, undocumented immigrants, and visa holders, face unique challenges in the criminal justice system, including the risk of deportation and other immigration consequences. …
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People say I am unforgiving. Sometimes that is true. When the damage done is for a lifetime and when it’s done to the poorest among us by those who should have known better, then I am unforgiving.
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Digital evidence has become the backbone of modern criminal prosecutions in Texas. From cell phone records to GPS tracking, surveillance footage to social media activity, prosecutors increasingly rely on electronic data to build their cases. Understanding how to challenge this …
Texas law allows the use of force, including deadly force, in some self-defense situations. The state’s Stand Your Ground law removes the duty to retreat when a person is lawfully present and reasonably believes force is necessary to protect against …
In Texas, simple drug possession is typically a state-level offense, however, there are some factors that can escalate it to federal drug trafficking charges. These cases are prosecuted by the U.S. Department of Justice. Understanding when this transition is possible …