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Criminal charges are brought against a defendant by the state or the people, and they can be maintained or dropped by the same. This may be a surprise, as it seems all crimes have victims who many feel deserve justice for being hurt. Why Are Criminal Charges Dropped? Criminal actions, such as the ones prohibited
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If you just won a judgment in state or federal court for yourself or your client, your feelings of victory may start to fade when you look down the long road ahead for collecting. Collecting a Judgment in Texas When the court grants someone a judgment for monetary damages in a lawsuit, they become what
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The Law Offices of Seth Kretzer has an impressive track record of success in obtaining wins for clients. Keep reading to learn more about some of our past victories. About the Law Offices of Seth Kretzer Our Texas law firm includes experienced attorney Seth Kretzer. Attorney Kretzer is an aggressive criminal trial lawyer, appellate advocate, and
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During a judgment collection consultation with an attorney, you will discuss several options together to determine the best path for your specific collections case. Keep reading to learn more about the consultation process. The Role of Judgment Collection Attorneys The best judgment collection attorneys know all the ins and outs of how to pursue a
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What are the most common reasons that people hire an attorney? In this article, we will discuss the different types of law services that attorneys practice and provide examples of specific scenarios. Receivership and Post-Judgment Collection In accordance with 28 U.S.C. §3103, a court-appointed receiver may collect unpaid money judgments by taking possession of the real
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In civil cases, either party can appeal to a higher court. This article will discuss the grounds for appeal in civil cases as well as the steps of the federal civil appeals process. U.S. Courts of Appeals: An Overview The United States Courts of Appeals (also called the Circuit Courts) were created by Congress under authority rooted
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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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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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