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Watkins v. State: Disclosure in Criminal Discovery is Now the Rule in Texas, Non-Disclosure the Exception

Pretrial discovery in criminal cases in Texas is governed by Article 39.14 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure. The Texas Legislature enacted the…

Chauvin Verdict is Rare Step Towards Accountability

Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin killed George Floyd both intentionally and negligently on May 25, 2020, so said the jury. The jury’s verdict…

Is Houston Law Enforcement Targeting POC for Drug Crimes?

Drug trafficking charges are frequently the result of racial profiling. This is especially so in the state of Texas and Harris County in particular.…

What Happens If You Violate TX Sex Offender Registration Terms?

Offenders convicted of certain sex crimes must comply with the Texas sex offender registration requirements. This means they may be forced to register as…

What Are the Collateral Consequences of a Federal Conviction in Texas?

Conviction of a crime can bring prison time and stiff fines but there are collateral consequences that can have a permanent impact on your…

Lying Cops: More Than Just a Few Bad Apples

Most opponents of “police reform” use the tattered and by now the thoroughly discredited argument that police misconduct is the byproduct of “just a…

Motive vs. Intent: Which is the Criminal Element in Texas?

The terms “motive” and “intent” are often used interchangeably, but in the realm of criminal law, they mean two very different things. Only one…

Immigrant Rights: Biden Memo Has ICE Officials Confused

Immigration is a hot-button issue, regardless of the political aisle one favor. It’s made more complicated by competing priorities as one presidential administration passes…

Racial Profiling in Texas Law Enforcement

Racial discrimination in policy and policing has been a consistent problem in Texas since its inception. In a nod to this historical reality, Texas…

Internet Crimes Against Children: Texas Has a Task Force for That

The larger general population views crimes against children as particularly egregious in society. With so many children exploring the internet on a daily basis…

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