Texas Legal News
Not All Cocaine Possession will be Prosecuted in Houston, Texas
The Harris County District Attorney's Office announced that they will no longer prosecute people caught with trace amounts of cocaine. Criminal Defense Lawyers applaud the decision, while law enforcement seethes. (Read More)
Former San Antonio Lawyer Sentenced to Prison for Theft from Clients
A disbarred San Antonio Attorney was sentenced to five years in prison after informing the court that he could not pay back nearly $50,000 he stole from clients. (Read More)
Man Charged with Child Pornography at Day Care Site
The Harris County District Attorney's Office has filed Child Pornography charges against a Houston man who lives with his mother. The man's mother operates a child day care from the home. The man is represented by a court-appointed lawyer. (Read More)
Travis County District Attorney Seeking Death Penalty for Student's Alleged Killer
The Travis County DA announced Monday that her office would seek the death penalty for an accused killer who allegedly murdered a 17-year-old student in May. (Read More)
Update: Conviction in Earlobe Evidence Case
A rapist whose bitten-off earlobe was used as evidence against him, was convicted in San Antonio. Although his defense attorney argued for mercy, the man was sentenced to 65 Years in Prison. (Read more)
Not Guilty Verdict in Lubbock Assault Case
A man facing 25 years to life in prison was acquitted by a Lubbock County jury. The man's lawyer said that his client is happy with the outcome, but still faces additional charges. (Read More)
Earlobe Led to Arrest, Prosecution for Rape
An man is on trial in San Antonio for sexual assault. The alleged victim bit off the earlobe of the suspect. The man was identified after a DNA match for the ear was discovered in the State's database. During the opening day of trial, the man's defense attorney asked the jury to reserve judgement. (Read More)
TYC Ombudsman Indicted
Houston County District Attorney confirmed Ombudsman indicted for Possession of Prohibited Item in Dentention Facility. (Read More)
San Antonio Man Gets 20 Years for Defrauding Clients
A Bexar County District Judge sentenced a 32 year old man to two 20 year prison sentences for theft of nearly $2 million dollars from investment clients. The man's defense lawyer had sought probation for his client. (Read More)
El Paso Judge Refuses to Recuse Self in Trial of Lawyer
A U.S. District Judge in El Paso, Texas has refused to recuse himself from the corruption trial of an El Paso lawyer and District Clerk. The judge's refusal came in response to a motion filed by defense attorneys. (Read Story)
Bear Killing Leads to Criminal Charge
A Menard County man is facing criminal charges over the shooting death of a black bear. No information on lawyers at this time. (Read Story)
UT Football Player Arrested
A Freshman UT football player was arrested in Pearland, Texas on drug charges. No information on attorneys at this time. (Read Story)
Grand Prairie Man Fighting for Lottery Winnings
Lawyers for man in lottery fraud case are trying to get Texas state lottery officials under oath. The Travis County District Attorney's Office agrees that the Grand Praire man is rightful winner... (Read Story)
District Attorney Weighing Options in Bexar County Bicycle Death Case
No chares yet filed in death of husband and wife killed by motorist while riding bicycle in Bexar County, however District Attorney still investigating... (Read Story)
Teen Arrested in Richardson, Texas Armed Robbery Spree
16-year old armed robbery suspect arrested in Richardson, Texas. No defense attorney yet annouced, and name of suspect not released due to age... (Read Story)
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