The Michael Morton Act Under Attack In 2013, the Texas Legislature unanimously passed the Michael Morton Act , one of the most significant reforms to criminal procedure in state history. Signed into law by Republican Governor Rick Perry, the Act was designed to prevent wrongful convictions by requiring prosecutors to disclose all material evidence as […]
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Criminal solicitation of a minor is a serious offense in Texas, and it happens more often than many realize. Law enforcement agencies and prosecutors aggressively pursue these cases, particularly when they involve violent crimes, sexual offenses, or human trafficking. Even a mere request or suggestion—without any action taken by the minor—can be enough to result
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Mediation in Family Law: A Practical Guide to Solving Family Disputes Family law disputes, such as divorce or child custody matters, often carry significant emotional and financial weight for those involved. Mediation provides an alternative to traditional courtroom battles, offering a structured yet collaborative process where a neutral mediator facilitates discussions between parties. This method
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A Shift from Departures to Variances Under 18 U.S.C. § 3553(a) On December 19, 2024, the United States Sentencing Commission (the “Commission”) proposed a transformative amendment to the Federal Sentencing Guidelines Manual (“Guidelines”), marking what could be the most significant overhaul since the Supreme Court’s landmark decision in United States v. Booker , 543 U.S.
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Civil Mediation in Texas: What You Need to Know Mediation has become an integral part of the civil litigation process in many jurisdictions, including Texas, where it serves as a preferred method for resolving disputes outside the courtroom. This article explores the nuances of mediation, its legal basis in civil lawsuits, the typical requirements for
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Understanding Texas Civil Statute of Limitations for Sexual Abuse Claims What are Statutes of Limitations? A statute of limitations in civil law represents the maximum time period within which a person must file a lawsuit after an injury or harm occurs. These time limits serve multiple purposes: they ensure claims are brought while evidence is
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Holding Private Schools Accountable for Sexual Abuse in Texas When a teacher or faculty member sexually abuses a student, one would expect the school to be held accountable—especially if there were warning signs or ignored reports. In Texas, however, public schools are provided an unconscionable level of immunity that can make legal action against them
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Cite and Release is a law enforcement policy where officers can issue citations (similar to traffic tickets) instead of making arrests for certain low-level offenses, requiring the person to appear in court at a later date rather than going to jail immediately. In other words, individuals can be charged with certain offenses without being arrested
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Ross Ulbricht, better known by his online pseudonym “Dread Pirate Roberts” (DPR), created what became the most sophisticated and extensive criminal marketplace on the internet – the Silk Road. His journey from idealistic libertarian to convicted cybercriminal, and ultimately to recipient of a surprising presidential pardon, represents one of the most fascinating stories in Internet
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