Criminal Defense

Most times, we know what’s on our phone or laptop because we put it there, directly or indirectly. But this isn’t always the case. Malware, viruses, file-sharing programs, and cloud storage services can all place images and videos on your device without your knowledge or consent. To make matters worse, some of these digital files …

‘Accidental Possession’ as a Defense: When You Didn’t Know Illegal Material Was on Your Device Read More »

Many people assume that if something goes wrong in a criminal trial, an appellate court will automatically step in and correct the mistake. In reality, Texas appellate courts do not retry cases, reweigh evidence, or search the record for possible errors. They review only those issues that were properly preserved during the trial itself, based …

Preserving Error for Appeal: How Trial Attorneys Must Protect Your Appellate Rights Read More »