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In a remarkable show of dedication to justice and legal dexterity, the Texas Law community swiftly came together this fall to support petitioner John Henry Ramirez before the United States Supreme Court. In early September, the Supreme Court stayed Ramirez’s execution a few hours after he had been scheduled to die by lethal injection. The
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Seth Kretzer achieved a doubly rare feat when he convinced the U.S. Supreme Court not only to halt his client’s execution but also to grant full briefing and oral argument. The catch is that the court set the argument for less than two months after granting the September stay, expediting the appeal and prompting an unexpected trip to
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When it comes to court decisions, should you aim for charges to be dismissed or dropped? Let’s cover the pros and cons for each of these options. Types of Criminal Defense A criminal defense is a planned and comprehensive strategy for challenging the validity and sufficiency of the prosecution’s evidence. The prosecution—often referred to as
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A sentencing hearing can be stressful if you don’t know what to expect. Let’s get you prepared for a sentencing hearing, so you’ll be informed when it’s time. What Is a Sentencing Hearing? A sentencing hearing is where the court orders the guilty party’s penalty, such as a monetary fine, jail time, or a combination
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Statute of limitations laws in Texas vary. Let’s go over four notable ones and what you need to know. About the Texas Statute of Limitations Some of the most important Texas statutes to know are called statutes of limitation. These laws can affect how long the State of Texas may bring a criminal case against
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How long does a warning stay on your record in Texas? What about misdemeanors? Felonies? Let’s look at a variety of court record types and how timelines work for them in Texas. Types of Court Records – Civil Court Records Anyone who has ever been involved with the Texas state or federal courts, or any
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If you aren’t familiar with the appeals process for federal or state courts, you need an expert at your side. Here are the five characteristics to consider when choosing an appellate attorney for your Texas case. What Do Texas Appellate Attorneys Do? A Texas appellate attorney is a lawyer who has specialized training and experience
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What’s the difference between a felony and misdemeanor? How long do misdemeanors stay on your record? These are just two of the many questions people have about misdemeanors in Texas and we’re here to help. This blog post will cover everything you need to know. What Is a Misdemeanor? How Is It Different from a
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From bank fraud to forging stocks, bonds, or cash, there are a variety of activities in Texas that can land you with a third-degree felony. Let’s take a look at the five most common ones: 1. Theft According to the law, theft occurs when a person unlawfully appropriates property with intent to deprive the owner
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Jury or judge? That is the question we’re going to address today. Let’s take a look at the advantages and disadvantages of each option for your trial. Pros and Cons of Jury Trials At a jury trial, the outcome of a case is decided by a group of law-abiding citizens. This is different from a
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Copyright, like trademark and patent, is a type of intellectual property protection designed to safeguard the creator, owner, or holder’s exclusive right to claim an original work as their own. Copyright is protected by laws passed by Congress, giving it preemptive power over state laws and making it the law of the land across all
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Every month in the Texas courts, literally thousands of debt lawsuits are filed by debt-buyers, lenders, creditors, and institutions with outstanding bills. Suppose you have been sued by any of these entities and received a debt claim citation in Texas. In that case, it is critical that you know how to respond and that you
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