A Motion in Limine is common in criminal trials, both at the state and federal level. It is a motion filed by either the prosecution or defense before a trial begins, asking that the opposing counsel and their witnesses not mention or elicit responses regarding matters that are inadmissible and prejudicial. It is impossible to unring […]
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In the world of civil litigation, tracking jury verdicts is big business. Attorneys and their clients want to know what juries in a particular jurisdiction have been doing before they go to trial. It also helps both sides understand the risks and rewards of going to trial. Experienced criminal defense practitioners have a wealth of
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With 142,000 people serving time in the Texas prison system, the Lone Star state has one of the largest prison populations in the nation. If it were a city, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) would be the 20th most populous municipality in the state, comparable to the size of Mesquite. To be sure,
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Certain criminal convictions can have immigration consequences such as deportation, denial of admission or naturalization for any non-citizen. A defendant’s particular category of non-citizenship may affect the specific consequences of an arrest or conviction. What Are the Categories of Non-Citizens? Legal Permanent Residents, also known as “Green Card holders” Visa Holders include individuals in the
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What is a Presentence Investigation Report? A Presentence Investigation Report, commonly known as a PSI in state court, is a document that judges use to help assess a defendant’s punishment for a crime. The analogous document in the federal system is the Presentence Report or PSR. A PSI or PSR details the defendant’s background and
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Voter fraud is a term that you’ve probably seen and heard a lot lately. It’s a hot topic in the current presidential campaign and continues to make headlines in Texas. But what is voter fraud, how rampant it is, and when can it lead to criminal prosecution? In this article, we will break down voter
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The Super Bowl is this Sunday, and football fans across the country are gearing up for the big game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers. According to a stat that gets floated this time every year, Americans are expected to consume 325.5 million gallons of beer on Super Bowl Sunday –
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What is Injury to an Elderly in Texas? Under Texas Penal Code Section 22.04, the offense of Injury to an Elderly occurs when a person causes injury to person who is 65 years of age or older. The injury can be deliberate or it can be caused by inaction – in other words, causing injury or
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Trials can be stressful, so it’s only natural for defendants and victims alike to want their witnesses in court supporting them. Unfortunately, that’s not always possible. What many people do not realize is that most trial witnesses – people who are expected to testify — will not be allowed in the courtroom and will be
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