Category Archives: Criminal Law
SCOTUS Eases Limits on “Life Without Parole” for Juveniles
According to the Sentencing Project , there are more than 206,000 people serving life sentences in the United States—6,000 of whom are women. More…
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…
Every Texan Has the Right to An Impartial Jury
In the Constitution of the United States, the Sixth Amendment guarantees many protections for those accused of crimes, including the right to have your…
January 6, 2021: A Day History Will Never Forget
The January 6, 2021, violent assault on the nation’s Capitol Building—a day that will forever be etched in shame in American history, was created,…
What Does It Mean When an Indictment Is Sealed in Texas?
Perhaps over the past four years you have inadvertently learned more about the law than you realize. Who would have thought you’d ponder whether…
What Is Community Supervision? (and Other FAQs) in Texas
Criminal justice in Texas includes community supervision—a form of criminal sentencing frequently employed when mitigating factors exist. Community supervision is more commonly referred to…
Every Texan — Every Citizen — Has the Right to Due Process
Many rights are enshrined in the United States Constitution that Americans hold dear. One is the time-honored right to due process under the law..…
Venue Transfers: When Your Texas Case Won’t Get a Fair Shake
Judges play an important role in every court case. With the eyes of the nation focused on Amy Coney Barrett’s nomination, the role of…
When Is Criminal Evidence Inadmissible in a Texas Court?
While many people have watched their fair share of network courtroom dramas, real life courtroom drama has a whole new meaning and perspective. The…
Plea Bargaining in Texas: What’s Acceptable and What Isn’t
Plea deals are a fixture in the U.S. criminal justice system. In fact, many people with no direct connection to the criminal justice system…
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