The Defense Perspective
A criminal defense blog touching on issues of interest to the client accused of a crime.
Author: Stephen Gustitis is a solo practitioner in Bryan, Texas.
Blawg Related Categories: Criminal Justice • Solo / Small Firm • Legal Information • Private Defense
Recent Posts from The Defense Perspective
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Football Coach Acquitted
I've stirred up some conversation with my Facebook friends concerning the recent acquittal of Jason Stinson of reckless homicide. If you recall, Coach Stinson was coaching high school football in the great state of Kentucky…
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The Governor's Veto Pen
During the recent 81st Texas Legislative Session, Governor Rick Perry stayed true to form by vetoing a number of criminal justice bills sent to him for signature which benefitted the defense bar. My guess is…
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The Loss Of Privilege Redux
From reliable sources I learned that feathers ruffled from my recent post on the loss of privilege when a "professional" becomes aware of "child abuse" during their professional interaction with clients, patients, and the like.…
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The Loss of Privilege
A potential new client (PNC) contacted my office recently. He was concerned about his recent communication with a member of the clergy from whom he'd sought spiritual advice. Seeking absolution with the assistance of his…
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Conservative Bias Alive and Well
Conservative bias is alive and well. Being one myself (a conservative, that is) I support tax breaks for business, strict constructionism, outlawing abortion, prayer in schools, limited government, and yes, even the U.S.-Mexico border fence.…
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Does Anyone Remember Billy Hayes?
Who remembers Billy Hayes? Oh yea. He was the guy who got caught allegedly smuggling hashish out of Turkey in 1970. For you movie buffs, Billy Hayes' story was chronicled in the 1978 film, "Midnight…
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Top 20 iPhone Applications For Attorneys
Some of these Top 20 iPhone Apps for Busy Attorneys have been supplanted by the latest iPhone software update (3.0). But they might be worth a look, nonetheless.
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Criminal Harassment . . . Or Just Bad Manners?
Ok. They charged my guy with harassment. For those interested souls, the Texas harassment statute is found in section 42.07 of the Texas Penal Code. If you don't care about the code, then just sit…
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Cultural Bias Among Judges, Juries, & Prosecutors (I)
How much cultural bias exists within the American justice system? Among judges?Among juries? And how about the prosecutors who decide what and when to charge persons of different ethic backgrounds with crimes? Let's look at…