Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyer Blog
Law and order in Texas, including occasional interviews with evidence experts and tirades about the war on drugs.
Author: Robert Guest is a solo practitioner in Kaufman, Texas.
Blawg Related Categories: Criminal Justice • Trials & Litigation • Evidence • Juries • States • Texas • Solo / Small Firm
Recent Posts from Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyer Blog
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Texas Bill of Rights- Rights of Accused
I've found that few Texans are aware of the Texas Bill of Rights. It contains many similar provisions to the US Constitution. In theory, these provisions could provide more protection than the US Constitution. In…
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Happy 4th! Some Reading Material
I'll be celebrating the 4th and not blogging tommorow.. However, the web is full of great writing to keep you entertained and informed. Here are some items to check out between hot dogs, fireworks, and…
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Texas DWI Blood Draw Warrants- FAQ
Texas prosecutors and the Fort Worth police are planning to celebrate July 4th by mocking the freedom our country was founded on. It's another holiday DWI "no refusal" party and you're invited. To celebrate the…
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The Criminal Defense Bar's Grievance Problem
I'm back from Rusty Duncan. I spent Saturday on Lake Travis and had a great time. Austin is a wonderful city and a great place to spend a weekend. Maybe I could franchise someday and…
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Rusty Duncan Quick Hits
I'm in San Antonio for the Rusty Duncan conference. This is my first RD and I am very impressed with the quality of the speakers. Here are some quick thoughts. 1. I think I saw…
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Texas Attorney Client Privilege Update
Great news! The Court of Criminal Appeals is tabling their decision to delete the special rule of attorney client privilege in criminal cases. alternative. From Texas Lawyer The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals has defused…
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Rothgery, Right To Counsel, Blood Warrants
I just read the post on Grits about the Rothgery case. The opinion is 49 pages and I won't have time to go through the whole thing today. However, the holding could have positive implications…
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Can I Search Your Car?
I'm on a streak of sorts. My last two Motion's to Suppress in marijuana cases have been granted. Like any other criminal defense attorney I have had more than a few MTS denied. However, as…
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Texas Traffic Ticket Death Sentence
No person shall ever be imprisoned for debt. Texas Constitution Article I Section 18 A tragic death in Tarrant County highlights the need to reform Texas traffic ticket laws. From CBS 11 news- Ten days…
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Austin DPS vs. Hero Judge- Update
Background- Read the original post It seems that Texas prosecutors are in agreement that judges who do not sign off on their blood draw warrants must be removed. Police state apologist (and Williamson County DA)…