tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38913001159230425592024-03-05T23:05:53.983-06:00Houston Criminal Attorney | Harris County Criminal Defense Lawyer James SullivanHouston Criminal Attorney James Sullivan defends clients at the Harris County Criminal Courthouse since 1994. Board Certified. Call (281) 546-6428 for a free phone consultation.Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger207125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3891300115923042559.post-7944313947390605862024-01-04T06:49:00.000-06:002024-01-04T06:49:00.599-06:0010 Signs of a Substandard Criminal Lawyer<p><a href="https://g.co/kgs/TDi1JH" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; color: #2288bb; display: inline !important; float: right; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em; text-align: center; text-decoration-line: none;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" height="108" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBLL5fAN8ntl2jsrGF7AXuR_nx7IDUK6yhwryr675-lSZCTvz4kMHiTjluMaeCHpd60D-5lokOTL5ZjlFlRdi0L8NjRmxaH5gRH_89dLmyUxn76VvEqIzNexI4S7H_jDjcGVdfYFnvRAt9o2vLnUBFBj_zJQiHx55lUJR6mwReCdO4SA_gE5KjCI7Lph8g/w162-h108/Fotosearch_k24484796%20(1).jpg" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; border: 1px solid rgb(238, 238, 238); box-shadow: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1) 1px 1px 5px; padding: 5px; position: relative;" width="162" /></a></p><span style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Identifying a bad criminal defense lawyer is crucial, as it can significantly impact the outcome of a case. Here are ten signs that may indicate you have a less-than-competent defense attorney:</span><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Poor Communication:</p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Lack of timely and clear communication can be a red flag. If your lawyer fails to return calls or emails promptly, doesn't keep you informed about the progress of your case, or doesn't explain legal terms and strategies in a way you can understand, it might be a sign of incompetence.</p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Lack of Experience:</p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Inexperienced lawyers may struggle to navigate the complexities of criminal law. Check your attorney's background, years of experience, and success in handling cases similar to yours.</p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Unfamiliarity with Local Laws and Courts:</p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">A lawyer who is not familiar with local laws and court procedures may hinder your defense. Knowledge of the specific jurisdiction and the local legal system is essential for effective representation.</p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Missed Deadlines:</p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Missing filing deadlines, court appearances, or failing to submit necessary documents can be detrimental to your case. A competent defense attorney should be organized and punctual.</p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Lack of Preparation:</p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">A bad defense lawyer may appear unprepared during court proceedings, lacking a thorough understanding of the case details or not having a well-thought-out strategy.</p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Overpromising:</p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">If your lawyer makes unrealistic promises or guarantees specific outcomes, it could be a sign of incompetence. Legal outcomes are often uncertain, and ethical lawyers avoid making promises they can't keep.</p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Poor Negotiation Skills:</p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Negotiation skills are crucial in criminal defense to secure favorable plea deals or reduced charges. If your attorney struggles in negotiations, it may negatively impact the outcome of your case.</p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Lack of Client Advocacy:</p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">A good defense lawyer should fiercely advocate for your rights and interests. If you feel your attorney is not putting forth the necessary effort to defend you, it could be a warning sign.</p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Ethical Concerns:</p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Any hint of unethical behavior, such as dishonesty, conflicts of interest, or breach of confidentiality, should be taken seriously. It can damage your case and the attorney's reputation.</p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Financial Transparency Issues:</p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">A lack of transparency regarding fees and expenses can be problematic. Your attorney should clearly explain their fee structure and provide regular updates on how your retainer is being used.</p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">If you observe several of these signs, it might be worth considering a change in legal representation. Keep in mind that a consultation with another attorney can provide valuable insight into the adequacy of your current defense.</p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comHouston, TX, USA29.7604267 -95.36980281.4501928638211545 -130.5260528 58.070660536178849 -60.2135528tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3891300115923042559.post-28569041375747953492023-10-18T08:00:00.005-05:002023-10-18T08:00:42.710-05:00Cold Texting Prospective Criminal Clients Reflects Badly on Legal Profession<p><a href="https://g.co/kgs/TDi1JH" style="clear: right; color: #33aaff; display: inline; float: right; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 13.2px; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em; text-align: center; text-decoration-line: none;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1526" data-original-width="2289" height="114" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhr0WaWprGyKVInaPF8nBasZaDYlZH_Db9Xi1cimu51q659CjzM7yjd0IXYR2gXBH-HVKt_Z8bIsFR-tWw6bzcg5CYBuevkm0-G_IBTua9gjkVLJmPZHv87gkUojhz3QkxHx4yIQWrVi9rZ2gflkecLLvKg5r7MGO_zdKAPqa-zw1UCSY3ylMcj6Bz2k5E/w171-h114/Fotosearch_k1243927%20(1).jpg" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; border: 1px solid rgb(238, 238, 238); box-shadow: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1) 1px 1px 5px; padding: 5px; position: relative;" width="171" /></a> <span style="background-color: white; color: #ffa400; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 13.2px;">Introduction</span></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">In our fast-paced digital age, the methods of advertising and marketing have evolved significantly. However, there are lines that should not be crossed, especially when it comes to the legal profession.<span style="color: #990000;"> Cold texting criminal defense attorney ads to prospective clients immediately after they are arrested and post bond raises a multitude of ethical and practical concerns.</span> In this blog post, we will delve into the reasons why this practice is problematic, considering the vulnerable and anxious state of mind of someone who has just been released from jail.</span></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="color: #ffa400; font-family: Calibri;">Exploitation of Vulnerability</span></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="color: #990000;">One of the most significant ethical concerns surrounding cold texting criminal clients is the exploitation of vulnerability. Individuals who have just been released from jail are often in an emotionally fragile state, grappling with anxiety, fear, and confusion. Receiving unsolicited texts from defense attorneys in this state can be perceived as manipulative and predatory, taking advantage of people during their most trying times.</span></span></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="color: #ffa400; font-family: Calibri;">Informed Decision Making</span></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Cold texting leaves little room for individuals to make informed decisions about their legal representation. The rushed and impulsive nature of these messages can hinder clients' ability to thoroughly research and vet potential attorneys. Informed decision-making is crucial in the legal process, as the choice of a defense attorney can have a profound impact on one's case.</span></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="color: #ffa400; font-family: Calibri;">Privacy Concerns</span></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Sending unsolicited text messages can be seen as an invasion of privacy. Many individuals may not want their legal matters to be discussed or solicited through text messages, especially when they are unsure of the sender's credibility. This breach of privacy can create discomfort and distrust in the attorney-client relationship.</span></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="color: #ffa400; font-family: Calibri;">Encouraging Impulsive Choices</span></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">The immediacy of cold texting can lead to impulsive decision-making. Criminal defense is a highly sensitive matter, and making hasty choices based on a text message may not be in the client's best interest. It is essential for individuals to have time to consider their options carefully and choose an attorney who is the best fit for their needs.</span></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="color: #ffa400; font-family: Calibri;">Quality of Representation</span></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Clients who are pressured into choosing an attorney through unsolicited texts may not end up with the best legal representation. Cold texting focuses on quantity over quality, as attorneys are more interested in securing clients quickly rather than ensuring the client-attorney relationship is a good fit. This approach can ultimately affect the quality of legal representation provided.</span></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="color: #ffa400; font-family: Calibri;">Negative Public Perception</span></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="color: #990000;">This practice also reflects poorly on the legal profession as a whole. It can contribute to a negative public perception of lawyers, making them appear as opportunistic and unscrupulous individuals who prey on the misfortunes of others.</span></span></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="color: #ffa400; font-family: Calibri;">Conclusion</span></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Cold texting criminal clients right after their arrest and release from jail is fraught with ethical and practical issues. It exploits vulnerable individuals, inhibits informed decision-making, encourages impulsive choices, affects the quality of representation, and can lead to ethical violations. This practice does a disservice to both clients and the legal profession, emphasizing the need for stricter regulations and ethical considerations when it comes to attorney advertising and client solicitation. Instead, individuals facing legal issues should be given the time and space to make well-informed decisions about their legal representation, ensuring their rights and interests are protected.</span></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="color: #990000;">The lawyers at James G. Sullivan and Associates will neither text you nor send you mail.</span> We stand by our reputation and receive many referrals from satisfied clients. If you want to speak with lawyers who have your best interests at heart, call us at <b><span style="color: #990000;">281-546-6428</span></b> for a free initial consultation.</span></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comHouston, TX, USA29.7604267 -95.36980281.4501928638211545 -130.5260528 58.070660536178849 -60.2135528tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3891300115923042559.post-68823286217342076152023-10-16T13:52:00.004-05:002023-10-16T13:52:56.520-05:00Houston Criminal Defense Attorneys Are the Unsung Heroes of Justice<p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><a href="https://g.co/kgs/TDi1JH" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="488" data-original-width="391" height="175" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQckrOEk76gTAx71RGHLToXDR3oyOmrq3F7WzFnZPbxVLOOFcOeOBD_X1ngSMFOBlfAzR6Qh46cG4mAo-TLk0b3xCVtGBTvxn9tKA0_YCy2kyluepSOelGy7or9iYaYtBWlklMXFjcevC9qpgYHoGAVmxRFYr-oixPFi9vHzYdwk0CZVLR6q2J1ty69tW9/w140-h175/High%20profile%204d.jpg" width="140" /></a></span></div><span style="font-family: Calibri;">The criminal justice system is like a big, complex puzzle, and Houston criminal defense attorneys are the often-overlooked heroes who fight for people accused of crimes. They have a lot to do, including understanding the law, being empathetic, and staying committed to justice. In this blog post, we're going to talk about their many important jobs and how they help make our society fairer.</span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: Calibri;">1. Protecting Your Rights:</span></p><p><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Think of defense attorneys as the protectors of the rules in our Constitution. They make sure the rights and freedoms guaranteed by the Constitution are respected. For example, they check if the police followed the rules when collecting evidence, like not searching your stuff without a good reason.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: Calibri;">2. Like Real-Life Detectives:</span></p><p><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Defense attorneys are like detectives in a crime story. They dig deep to find the truth. They talk to witnesses, gather evidence, and ask experts for help. This helps them build a strong defense for their clients and can prove that they're not guilty.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: Calibri;">3. Legal Experts:</span></p><p><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Defense attorneys don't just defend people in court. They also come up with smart plans to help their clients. They look at the good and bad parts of a case, find legal problems, and decide on the best way to help their clients, whether it's talking with the other side for a deal or going to court.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: Calibri;">4. Heroes in Court:</span></p><p><span style="font-family: Calibri;">When you see defense attorneys in court, they're like the stars of the show. They ask tough questions to witnesses, show evidence, and explain why their client is not guilty. This is the part you often see on TV, but there's much more to their job than that.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: Calibri;">5. Being There for You:</span></p><p><span style="font-family: Calibri;">People accused of crimes often feel scared and worried. Defense attorneys aren't just legal helpers; they're there to support and understand their clients. They make sure their clients are treated fairly and with respect during the whole legal process.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: Calibri;">6. Helping Those in Need:</span></p><p><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Defense attorneys often work with people who don't have a lot of money or power. They make sure everyone, rich or not, gets a fair chance in court. This helps make the legal system more equal for everyone.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: Calibri;">7. Stopping Wrongful Convictions:</span></p><p><span style="font-family: Calibri;">One of the most important things defense attorneys do is to prevent innocent people from going to jail. They work hard to find the truth and prove that their clients are innocent. This helps make sure only the guilty are punished.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: Calibri;">8. Keeping Justice Fair:</span></p><p><span style="font-family: Calibri;">To have a good legal system, it should be balanced. Defense attorneys make sure the government can't do whatever they want. They make sure the government follows the rules and proves someone is guilty before they can be punished.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: Calibri;">9. Holding Others Accountable:</span></p><p><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Defense attorneys also check on the police and the other side, the people trying to prove someone's guilty. They make sure they follow the rules too. This helps people trust the legal system.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: Calibri;">10. Making Things Better:</span></p><p><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Besides helping individuals, defense attorneys also work to change the legal system for the better. They talk about fair punishments, better prisons, and better rules for the police. This makes the system more just for everyone.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: Calibri;">In the end, Harris County criminal defense attorneys have a tough and complicated job. They're not just legal experts; they're like heroes fighting for justice, standing up for those who can't always stand up for themselves. By celebrating their work, we're recognizing how they make our society better and fairer for all, no matter who they are.</span></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comHouston, TX, USA29.7604267 -95.36980281.4501928638211545 -130.5260528 58.070660536178849 -60.2135528tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3891300115923042559.post-16691581219035386312023-10-13T12:02:00.004-05:002023-10-13T12:02:39.756-05:00A Step-by-Step Guide to Hiring the Right Houston Criminal Defense Attorney<p><a href="https://g.co/kgs/TDi1JH" style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #a80000; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><img alt="" class="alignright size-medium wp-image-15244" height="109" src="https://houstoncriminal-attorney.houstoncriminaltriallawyer.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crim-from-Juve-300x147.jpg" style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; float: right; height: auto; margin: 0px 0px 0px 15px; max-width: 100%; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: bottom;" width="222" /></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Facing criminal charges is a daunting and life-altering experience. In such circumstances, hiring the right Houston criminal defense attorney can make all the difference between a positive outcome and a devastating one. With so many lawyers to choose from, it’s crucial for prospective clients to go about the hiring process with care and diligence. In this blog post, we will provide a step-by-step guide on how to hire a criminal defense attorney who will best represent your interests.</span></p><ol style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 26px; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: inside; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 23px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><li style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #ff9900; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Assess Your Needs</span></li></ol><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">The first step in finding the right criminal defense attorney is to assess your needs. Consider the type of charges you are facing, the severity of the potential consequences, and any specific expertise required. Criminal law is a vast field, and attorneys often specialize in particular areas, such as drug offenses, domestic violence (assault of a family member), other violent crimes, or juvenile defense. Identifying your specific needs will help you narrow down your search.</p><ol start="2" style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 26px; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: inside; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 23px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><li style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #ff9900; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Seek Recommendations</span></li></ol><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">One of the most reliable ways to find a competent criminal defense attorney is through personal recommendations. Reach out to friends, family members, or colleagues who may have been in similar situations or who have legal connections. Their insights and referrals can be invaluable in identifying experienced attorneys.</p><ol start="3" style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 26px; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: inside; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 23px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><li style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #ff9900; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Research Potential Attorneys</span></li></ol><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Once you have a list of potential attorneys, conduct thorough research. Visit their websites, read online reviews, and check their credentials. Look for attorneys who are experienced in handling cases similar to yours and have a track record of success. Additionally, verify that they are licensed to practice law in your jurisdiction and whether they have any disciplinary history at texasbar.com.</p><ol start="4" style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 26px; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: inside; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 23px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><li style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #ff9900; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Schedule Consultations</span></li></ol><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Contact the attorneys on your shortlist and schedule initial consultations. Most attorneys offer free or low-cost consultations to discuss your case and assess whether they are the right fit for your needs. During these meetings, ask about their experience, past successes, and their approach to handling cases like yours.</p><ol start="5" style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 26px; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: inside; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 23px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><li style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #ff9900; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Evaluate Communication</span></li></ol><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Effective communication is crucial when working with a criminal defense attorney. Assess how well the attorney listens to your concerns and explains the legal process to you. Are they responsive to your inquiries and concerns? Clear and open communication is essential for a successful attorney-client relationship.</p><ol start="6" style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 26px; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: inside; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 23px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><li style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #ff9900; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Consider Legal Fees</span></li></ol><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Discuss legal fees during the initial consultation. Criminal defense attorneys typically charge in various ways, such as flat fees or hourly rates. Make sure you understand the fee structure and any additional costs that may arise during your case. Choose an attorney whose fees align with your budget while still providing quality representation.</p><ol start="7" style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 26px; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: inside; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 23px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><li style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #ff9900; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Assess Comfort and Trust</span></li></ol><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Trust your instincts when choosing a criminal defense attorney. You should feel comfortable and confident with your attorney, as you’ll be entrusting them with your case and potentially your freedom. A good attorney should instill trust and provide reassurance that they will work diligently to protect your rights and interests.</p><ol start="9" style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 26px; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: inside; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 23px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><li style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #ff9900; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Review the Retainer Agreement</span></li></ol><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Before hiring an attorney, carefully review the retainer agreement. This contract outlines the terms of your legal representation, including fees, services, and expectations. Make sure you understand and agree with all the terms before signing.</p><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #ff9900; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Conclusion</span></p><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Hiring a Harris County criminal defense attorney is a critical decision that can profoundly impact the outcome of your case. By following these steps and conducting thorough research, you can increase your chances of finding an attorney who is well-equipped to handle your legal needs. Remember that the right attorney should not only have the necessary expertise but also be someone you trust and feel comfortable working with during this challenging time.</p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comHouston, TX, USA29.7604267 -95.36980281.4501928638211545 -130.5260528 58.070660536178849 -60.2135528tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3891300115923042559.post-65723463711303889372023-06-22T07:39:00.007-05:002023-07-26T13:13:26.635-05:00Bond Violations in Harris County Courts<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://g.co/kgs/TDi1JH" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2554" data-original-width="3831" height="147" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzmnjcQhD1JATtQNZMEIdIA-3YqzTTUsVGNu8tYN1eyIHtIQcwcs9PqBo9vR9_FCaTN4P9LdjWw_Ys3TcPcWGIDhbfG_RVCu0KfDuQ3-E1U3DeF2VGmanQGYC4GHmVlwTv47KBRPtK1QBOy7JTF51Vl8Kb4JMkuafMqHwEqjdmUtR1n8ZmVwnPfQsB1r1h/w221-h147/Fotosearch_k24484796%20(1).jpg" width="221" /></a></div>When a person is on bond in Harris County, they are
typically required to follow certain terms and conditions set by the court.
Violating these terms can have serious consequences and may result in the
revocation of the bond. Here are some common ways a person on bond can violate
its terms:<p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<ol start="1" style="margin-top: 0in;" type="1">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;">Failure
to appear: Failing to appear in court for scheduled hearings or
proceedings is a direct violation of the bond. The court relies on the
individual's presence as a condition of their release.<o:p></o:p></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;">Committing
new offenses: Engaging in criminal activity while on bond is a significant
violation. This includes being arrested for a new crime, even if unrelated
to the initial charge.<o:p></o:p></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;">Travel
restrictions: Bond conditions may include restrictions on travel.
Violating these restrictions by leaving the designated area or traveling
without permission can be considered a violation.<o:p></o:p></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;">Contact
with victims or witnesses: In cases involving victims or witnesses, the
court may impose a "no-contact" provision as part of the bond
conditions. Initiating contact or attempting to intimidate or influence these
individuals can lead to a violation and possibly new criminal charges
being filed.<o:p></o:p></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;">Failure
to comply with orders: Violating court orders, such as restraining orders
or protective orders, is a violation of the bond conditions. Violating a
restraining or protective order can also lead to new criminal charges
being filed.<o:p></o:p></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;">Substance
abuse or alcohol violations: If the court has ordered the individual to
abstain from alcohol or drugs, testing positive for substances or failing
to comply with testing requirements is a violation.<o:p></o:p></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;">Possession
of firearms or weapons: In certain cases, individuals may be prohibited
from possessing firearms or weapons as part of their bond conditions.
Possessing such items can result in a violation.<o:p></o:p></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;">Failure
to report: If the court requires the individual to report regularly to a
probation officer or any other designated authority, failing to do so is
considered a violation.<o:p></o:p></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;">Changing
residence without permission: Some bond conditions require individuals to
seek permission from the court before changing their residence. Failing to
do so can be a violation.<o:p></o:p></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;">Tampering
with electronic monitoring devices: If the person is under electronic
monitoring, tampering with or removing the monitoring device is a
violation.<o:p></o:p></li>
</ol>
<p class="MsoNormal">It's important to note that the specific conditions of a
bond can vary depending on the jurisdiction and the circumstances of the case.
The court determines the bond conditions on a case-by-case basis, and violating
any of these conditions can have serious consequences, including the revocation
of the bond, re-arrest, and possibly new criminal charges being filed depending
on the type of violation.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">If need a good criminal lawyer to defend you, call James Sullivan at <span style="color: #990000;"><b>281-546-6428</b></span>.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: times;">Our law firm defends clients charged with crimes in district courts and county criminal courts, including domestic violence (assault of a family member), drug possession or drug delivery, violent crimes, and juvenile delinquency.</span></span></p><br /><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comHarris County, TX, USA29.7751825 -95.31025051.4649486638211542 -130.4665005 58.085416336178845 -60.154000499999995tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3891300115923042559.post-54208855537029434502023-04-19T10:40:00.003-05:002023-07-26T13:14:01.478-05:00Winning Trial Strategies of Houston Criminal Attorneys<p> </p><h3 style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 22px; font-weight: 500; line-height: 1em; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 10px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #ff9900; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Houston Criminal lawyers use a variety of strategies to win jury trials</span></h3><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Some common strategies include:</p><ol style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 26px; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: inside; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 23px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><li style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #ff9900; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Jury Selection:</span> One of the most important strategies is jury selection. Criminal lawyers try to select jurors who are impartial, fair-minded, and open to their arguments. They may use psychological profiling, questionnaires, or other techniques to help identify potential jurors who are likely to be sympathetic to their client’s case.</li><li style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #ff9900; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Evidence Suppression:</span> Criminal lawyers may challenge the admissibility of evidence that was obtained illegally or in violation of their client’s constitutional rights. If evidence is suppressed, it can weaken the prosecution’s case and increase the likelihood of a not guilty verdict.</li><li style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #ff9900; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Cross-Examination:</span> Criminal lawyers may use cross-examination to challenge the credibility of prosecution witnesses and to highlight inconsistencies in their testimony. They may also use cross-examination to elicit testimony that supports their client’s case.</li><li style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #ff9900; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Expert Witnesses:</span> Criminal lawyers may call on expert witnesses to testify on their client’s behalf. Expert witnesses can provide scientific or technical evidence that supports the defense’s case, and can help to explain complex issues to the jury.</li><li style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #ff9900; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Defense Witnesses:</span> Criminal lawyers may call on witnesses to testify on their client’s behalf. Defense witnesses can provide testimony that supports the defense’s case, and can help to create doubt in the minds of the jurors.</li><li style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #ff9900; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Closing Arguments:</span> Criminal lawyers use closing arguments to summarize the evidence, highlight weaknesses in the prosecution’s case, and make a persuasive argument in favor of their client’s innocence. A powerful closing argument can sway the opinions of the jurors and increase the likelihood of a not guilty verdict.</li><li style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #ff9900; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Jury Instructions:</span> Criminal lawyers may seek specific jury instructions that favor their client’s case. Jury instructions provide guidance to the jurors on how to apply the law to the facts of the case and can significantly impact the outcome of the trial.</li></ol><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">These are just a few of the strategies that criminal lawyers use to win jury trials. Every case is unique, and a skilled criminal defense lawyer will tailor their strategy to the specific circumstances of the case.</p><h4 style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; font-weight: 500; line-height: 1em; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 10px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #ff9900; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="https://g.co/kgs/TDi1JH" style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><img alt="" class="alignright size-large wp-image-13882" height="1" src="https://houstoncriminal-attorney.houstoncriminaltriallawyer.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Fotosearch_k24484796-1.jpg" style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; float: right; height: auto; margin: 0px 0px 0px 15px; max-width: 100%; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: bottom;" width="1" /></a><a href="https://g.co/kgs/TDi1JH" style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><img alt="" class="alignright wp-image-12614" height="146" loading="lazy" src="https://houstoncriminal-attorney.houstoncriminaltriallawyer.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Fotosearch_k24484796-1-300x200.jpg" style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; float: right; height: auto; margin: 0px 0px 0px 15px; max-width: 100%; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: bottom;" width="219" /></a>James G. Sullivan and Associates | Houston Criminal Attorneys</span></span></h4><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Contact James G. Sullivan and Associates today at <span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: maroon; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">(281) 546-6428</span></span> for a free consultation about your criminal charges in Harris County. </p><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><br /></p><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">James Sullivan is an experienced criminal trial attorney in Houston who will make every effort to help you achieve the best outcome for your case.</p><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><br /></p><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: black; font-family: times; font-size: medium;">Our law firm defends clients charged with crimes in district courts and county criminal courts, including domestic violence (assault of a family member), drug possession or drug delivery, violent crimes, and juvenile delinquency.</span></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comCypress, TX 77429, USA30.0141064 -95.66683061.7038725638211538 -130.8230806 58.324340236178841 -60.5105806tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3891300115923042559.post-74012819367001323352023-04-16T10:50:00.006-05:002023-07-26T13:15:11.183-05:00Houston Criminal Lawyer - Choose Your Attorney Wisely<p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span face=""Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif" style="color: #666666;">Choosing a Harris County criminal defense lawyer is the most important decision as it can have a significant</span><span face=""Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif" style="color: #666666;"> impact on the outcome of your criminal case. Prospective criminal clients should consider the following factors when selecting a lawyer:</span></span></p><ol style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 26px; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: inside; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 23px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><li style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #ff9900; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Experience</span>: Look for a lawyer who has experience handling cases similar to your own. Criminal law is a complex and specialized area of law, and an experienced criminal defense lawyer will have the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the legal system and provide effective representation. How many criminal cases has the lawyer tried to a jury? How many has the lawyer won at trial?</li><li style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #ff9900; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Reputation</span>: Look for a lawyer who has a good reputation in the legal community. A lawyer’s reputation can impact the outcome of a case, as judges, prosecutors, and other lawyers may be more likely to take their arguments seriously. Ask court staff if they know the lawyer and what their reputation is. Read their Google profile and pay attention to their negative reviews. Lawyers who take on more cases than they can reasonably handle are usually reflected in those reviews.</li><li style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #ff9900; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Communication skills</span>: Look for a lawyer who communicates clearly and effectively. A good criminal defense lawyer should be able to explain legal concepts in a way that is easy to understand and should keep you informed about the status of your case. Lawyers that do not return calls, come to court very late if at all, or fail to keep clients informed of the status of their cases will usually receive bad reviews to that effect.</li><li style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #ff9900; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Availability</span>: Look for a lawyer who is available to answer your questions and address your concerns. A good criminal defense lawyer should be responsive to your needs and should be willing to meet with you outside of normal business hours if necessary. Lawyers who do not return calls timely and are never available after hours or on the weekend are certainly not putting their clients first.</li><li style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #ff9900; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Strategy</span>: Look for a lawyer who has a clear strategy for your case. A good criminal defense lawyer should be able to explain their approach to your case and should be willing to discuss alternative strategies if necessary. Many young and inexperienced lawyers are still learning the trade, may not have any or little trial experience, and their approach to your case may be worlds apart from what a reputable trial lawyer can offer, so always talk to several lawyers before making a decision.</li><li style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #ff9900; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Fees</span>: Look for a lawyer who is transparent about their fees and expenses. A good criminal defense lawyer should provide you with a clear explanation of their billing practices and should be willing to work with you to develop a payment plan that is manageable for you. Be wary if the fee is too high or too low. Some lawyers may set very high fees to give the impression they are the best when they may only be average and some lawyers that are not reputable may set very low fees because they earn a living handling cases in high volume but provide mediocre legal service.</li></ol><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="https://g.co/kgs/TDi1JH" style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #2ea3f2; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><img alt="" class="alignright size-medium wp-image-9285" height="170" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" src="https://www.houstoncriminaltriallawyer.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/Fotosearch_k1243927-1-300x200.jpg" srcset="https://www.houstoncriminaltriallawyer.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/Fotosearch_k1243927-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https://www.houstoncriminaltriallawyer.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/Fotosearch_k1243927-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https://www.houstoncriminaltriallawyer.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/Fotosearch_k1243927-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://www.houstoncriminaltriallawyer.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/Fotosearch_k1243927-1-1080x720.jpg 1080w" style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-shadow: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1) 1px 1px 5px; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; float: right; height: auto; margin: 0px 0px 0px 15px; max-width: 100%; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: bottom;" width="255" /></a>It is important to take the time to research and interview several potential lawyers to find someone who is the right fit for you and your case. </p><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Does the lawyer answer your answer your most important questions? Does the lawyer rush you off the phone or take the time to truly understand your legal problem? </p><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Ultimately, the most important factor in choosing a criminal defense lawyer is finding someone with whom you feel comfortable and confident.</p><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: maroon; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Contact James G. Sullivan & Associates to consult with experienced Houston Criminal Lawyers at <span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">(281) 546-6428</span>.</span></p><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: maroon; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><br /></span></p><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: maroon; font-family: times; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: black; font-size: medium;">Our law firm defends clients charged with crimes in district courts and county criminal courts, including domestic violence (assault of a family member), drug possession or drug delivery, violent crimes, and juvenile delinquency.</span></span></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3891300115923042559.post-9536829613295353912022-12-05T07:47:00.003-06:002023-07-26T14:10:19.676-05:00I Want to Drop the Case | Affidavit of Non-Prosecution in Houston<p style="text-align: left;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://g.co/kgs/TDi1JH" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1367" data-original-width="2048" height="148" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwv1g6B6s8DlXT78n2A03y3epmkqBC312bE3BvxaDKFeivYOBEj7C_x3t9D3ouHhrH4RPm39wbhIXb4ES-dm-wABosnqGoC5trgk19a6Dtj0IbXEMyYYipM3890uum2mvkOXPhTTVZ4ZQJzVvRnBQFoNEv58G2qdPZd88c9qtRdDIb7xK19sd8PpzOViuy/w221-h148/Fotosearch_k10171854%20(1).jpg" width="221" /></a></div><span style="color: #666666; font-family: helvetica;"><span face=""Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white;">For over 25 years, I have represented countless men and even women charged with</span><span face=""Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white;"> </span><a href="https://www.houstoncriminaltriallawyer.net/family-violence-charges/" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">domestic violence</a><span face=""Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white;"> </span><span face=""Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white;">in and around Houston. Frequently, my clients (the “defendant” or accused) and sometimes their significant other (the “complainant” or alleged victim) will ask about Affidavits of Non-Prosecution.<br /></span></span><p></p><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #ff9900; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 22px; font-weight: 700;">What is an Affidavit of Non-Prosecution?</span></div><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #666666;">It is like a letter the complainant writes to the DA (district attorney or “prosecutor”) saying they want the case dismissed, or not prosecuted. What makes the letter an affidavit is that it is sworn to and notarized (signed before a public notary), so the prosecutor will know the letter came from the complainant. However, a family violence case is not automatically dismissed just because the complainant turns in an affidavit.</span></p><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">According to <a href="https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/CR/htm/CR.2.htm" style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #2ea3f2; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Texas law</a>, the DA represents the State in all criminal cases, and <span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: maroon; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">the primary duty of all prosecutors is not to convict, but to see that justice is done</span></span>. If the prosecutor believes an assault of a family member occurred and the assault can be proven at trial, the prosecutor does not have to dismiss it.</p><h3 style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 22px; font-weight: 500; line-height: 1em; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 10px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #ff9900; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Is the Affidavit Helpful at All?</span></span></h3><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">The Affidavit of Non-Prosecution tells the prosecutor that you want the case dismissed. In other words, the prosecutor will know that you probably are going to make it harder for them to get a conviction at trial by either refusing to testify against the accused or by not being a good witness for the State. If that is true, the Affidavit could help in other ways.</p><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">It could be the decisive reason to dismiss the case if the evidence is not strong and the DA doubts whether they can win at trial.</p><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">It also helps to have the complainant’s approval if the DA believes that a dismissal is appropriate in exchange for the accused taking an anger management or family violence class. Certainly, this is less likely to happen when the complainant is unforgiving and wants harsh punishment.</p><h3 style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 22px; font-weight: 500; line-height: 1em; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 10px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #ff9900; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Why Not Use an Affidavit?</span></span></h3><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Prosecutors are rarely moved by Affidavits of Non-Prosecution. For prosecutors, the affidavit is of little value and not worth the paper it is printed on. In my experience, the vast majority of complainants in domestic violence cases want the case dismissed, whether an assault occurred or not.</p><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">This makes sense because these cases generally are filed in the heat of the moment against other family members. After emotions cool down and there is time to reflect upon what happened, most complainants come to their senses. They realize the seriousness of the charge, especially when filed against the sole breadwinner who could lose their job, and they regret calling the police.</p><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Unfortunately, after a complainant says they were assaulted or went along with the suggestive questions posed by the police, prosecutors rarely believe them when they later change their story or claim they just flat out lied. The prosecutors will still do their job, investigate what happened, and prepare their case with the assumption that the complainant will not testify. They will determine if they have other evidence with which to prove their case, such as a 911 recording, body worn camera videos, eyewitnesses, scene photos, statements, and medical records. A prosecutor will not dismiss a case just because an Affidavit of Non-Prosecution is filed.</p><h3 style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 22px; font-weight: 500; line-height: 1em; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 10px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #ff9900; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">James G. Sullivan and Associates | Houston Domestic Violence Attorney</span></span></h3><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Contact James G. Sullivan and Associates today at <span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: maroon; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">(281) 546-6428</span></span> for a free consultation concerning affidavits of non-prosecution or if you are charged with family violence in the greater Houston area. James Sullivan is an experienced criminal defense attorney in northwest Houston who will make every effort to help you achieve the best outcome for your case.</p><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><br /></p><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: helvetica; font-size: x-small;">Our law firm defends clients charged with crimes in district courts and county criminal courts, including domestic violence (assault of a family member), drug possession or drug delivery, violent crimes, and juvenile delinquency.</span></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comHouston, TX 77070, USA29.9811013 -95.56754831.6708674638211534 -130.7237983 58.291335136178844 -60.4112983tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3891300115923042559.post-44017153923772156432022-08-17T10:53:00.006-05:002023-07-26T14:12:33.935-05:00Houston Texas Criminal Process<p> </p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://g.co/kgs/TDi1JH" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" height="166" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7fOD_p7fUbgJG6reT3WHriUtuMJF1UJi6b6cRFqhtGqEqHFX6Z-esNFHXQTorRIeCevzPOyn8R6JvrkYhms0GdXlqog_zzxFGztKnFb_IiSpW6U1x1ewlXdhQWxsrq1jJiPfyzQuTdNvuw7UTaYGiZsgRHLT5jl17oMw5XidLkEGeq9Tp3Ra8UjZ4gQ/w249-h166/Fotosearch_k1243927%20(1).jpg" width="249" /></a></div><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica;">If you have
been arrested in the Greater Houston / Harris County area for a Class A or
B misdemeanor or felony offense, it is important to consult with a reputable criminal
trial attorney who understands the Texas criminal process in Houston. You want
to hire someone who will show you their actual case results and how likely they
are to be successful in your case.<o:p></o:p></span><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;">If you have
an open warrant for your arrest in Harris County, it is important to hire a criminal
defense attorney in Houston, TX to represent you throughout all crucial
elements of your case. The attorney may be able to represent you in court to
get a bond set so you can do a walk through in the processing center, so that
you do not have to turn yourself in first at the processing center and wait for
a judge to set the bond and then be processed out as that can take many hours.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;">In most cases,
criminal defendants want an aggressive lawyer who will go to trial and fight on
their behalf if their case requires it, who will try to negotiate an agreement
to get the case dismissed so it can later be expunged, or who will suggest
their client enter a plea deal if that is the best option for their case.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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Criminal Process Defense Lawyer in Cypress, Jersey Village, Tomball, Katy,
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;">If you have
been arrested for any criminal offense in Houston, James
Sullivan is an experienced trial attorney who will make every effort to
help you obtain the most desirable outcome in your specific situation by
representing you throughout every important phase of the criminal process. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;"><span style="color: #444444;">Call James
G. Sullivan & Associates today at </span><span style="mso-style-textfill-fill-alpha: 100.0%; mso-style-textfill-fill-color: #953735; mso-style-textfill-fill-colortransforms: lumm=75000; mso-style-textfill-fill-themecolor: accent2; mso-themecolor: accent2; mso-themeshade: 191;"><b><span style="color: #990000;">281-546-6428</span></b><span style="color: #444444;"> </span></span><span style="color: #444444; mso-themecolor: text1;">for a consultation about </span><span style="color: #444444;">your
alleged criminal offense in Houston, Cypress, Katy, Tomball, and surrounding
areas of Harris County, Texas. Our
firm will work to potentially get your criminal charges dismissed or
reduced.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;">Houston
Booking and Case Filing<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;">After an
alleged criminal offender has been arrested for a criminal offense in Houston,
they will be held in jail until they appear before a judge. Immediately
after the arrest, criminal defendants are taken to booking where their
photographs and fingerprints are taken. Additionally, a fingerprint report, or
rap sheet, is prepared that shows the defendant’s criminal history.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;">In misdemeanor
cases, while the defendant is held in jail, the arresting officer files the
criminal charges with the <a href="https://www.harriscountyda.com/" target="_blank">district attorney’s (DA) office</a>. If the district attorney
wants to pursue the case, the DA will prepare a charging instrument called an “information.”
This is a written statement that is filed and presented on behalf of the state
of Texas that charges the defendant with a crime. The information also puts the
defendant on notice that they have been charged with a criminal offense.
After the information is processed, the case is assigned to one of the 16 misdemeanor
courts in Houston through a random process.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;">In felony
cases, the arresting law enforcement agency will also file charges with the
DA’s office. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;">If a
defendant is formally charged with a felony offense, their case will be
assigned to one of the 26 felony (district) courts in Harris County.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;">Initial
Appearance, Bail, and Arraignment in Houston<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;">While the
criminal defendant is held in jail, the jail will determine whether to set
bail, to release the defendant from jail without bail (personal recognizance),
or to hold the defendant in jail without bail. If bail is set, it can be posted
at any time while the defendant is held in jail.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;">If bail is
set, the amount can be posted by a bail bondsman, or another person. After the
amount of bail has been posted, the defendant is guaranteed they will appear at
any subsequent hearings or at trial. If they do appear as ordered, the amount
of the bond, less any fees paid to secure the bond, will be returned to the
individual who posted it. If the defendant does not appear, the amount of the
bond will be forfeited.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;">After an
information has been filed and the judge has decided whether to set bail or
not, the defendant is entitled to an initial appearance, which is also known as
the arraignment, where they will be advised of the charges that have been
brought against them. The judge will also conduct a probable cause hearing to
determine whether there is sufficient evidence to file criminal charges against
the defendant. If the judge finds probable cause, the case continues. If the
judge finds no probable cause, the prosecutor may decide to present the case to
the grand jury or dismiss the charge.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;">The judge
will also identify the defendant’s lawyer if one was hired or may appoint a
lawyer to represent the defendant and set bail conditions at the arraignment.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;">Additionally,
your attorney will have an opportunity to argue the amount of bail that should
be set, and if the prosecutor has requested the defendant be held in jail, your
attorney will also argue for your release. At the end of the arraignment, the
defendant will enter a plea of not guilty, <i>nolo contendere</i>, or guilty,
and will be informed of the date of their next court appearance.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;">Between the first
and second court settings, these charges usually will then be presented to the <a href="https://houstoncriminal-attorney.houstoncriminaltriallawyer.net/2015/02/24/grand-jury-3/">grand
jury</a> to decide if there is enough evidence to charge the defendant with the
crime. If the grand jury does decide there is enough evidence, they will file
an indictment. This charging instrument is a written statement that formally
accuses the person named of the criminal offense. The grand jury is a private
proceeding that is comprised of a panel of citizens who are randomly selected
to review criminal complaints provided by the police.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;">If the grand
jury decides to true bill the alleged offender, or formally charge them, the
grand jury has determined there is sufficient evidence (probable cause) to
charge the defendant with the alleged criminal offense and will issue an
indictment. If the grand jury decides to no bill the alleged offender, the
defendant will not be charged with a criminal offense because the grand jury
did not find probable cause to proceed with the case. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;">Criminal
Process and Pre-Trial Negotiations in Houston<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;">Prior to any
appearances, hearing, or trial for the defendant’s criminal charges, the
defendant’s attorney and the prosecutor will have an opportunity to
discuss any pretrial negotiations or enter a plea deal. They will also be able
to enter a plea deal at the arraignment if this is in the defendant’s best
interest.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;">The
defendant’s attorney and the prosecutor will determine if there are any
immediate reasons to dismiss the case. More commonly discussed prior to trial,
a plea deal is a resolution of the case where both the prosecutor and the
defendant agree to a certain punishment without ultimately having a trial to
determine the defendant’s guilt. Additionally, at any of these pretrial negotiations,
the case may be reset, postponed, rescheduled, or a continuance may be
requested by either party.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;">Houston
Hearings, Appearances, and Pre-Trial Motions<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;">After the
defendant is released from jail on bail or bond, they will be informed of their
next hearing date at their arraignment. The defendant is required to appear on
the date and time where they were instructed to appear, or else they will risk
losing the amount of bond and a warrant will be issued for their
arrest.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;">After any
pretrial negotiations, but before trial, the court will set a date to hear all
pretrial motions filed by both sides. The defendant’s attorney can file any
motions arguing why the case should be dismissed or to suppress certain
evidence. The most common pre-trial motions filed on behalf of a
defendant can include any of the following:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<ul style="margin-top: 0in;" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;">Motion to Dismiss for Lack of
Probable Cause<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;">Motion to Exclude a Non-credible
Witnesses’ Testimony<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;">Motion to Exclude the
Defendant’s Confession<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;">Motion to Strike Prior Convictions<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;">Motion to Suppress Illegally
Obtained Evidence<o:p></o:p></span></li>
</ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;">Houston
Criminal Trial<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;">If a
defendant has rejected all pre-trial negotiations, the case has not been
dismissed, and the defendant has pleaded not guilty to an alleged criminal
offense, the case will be set for trial. The defendant can choose to have a
bench trial or a jury trial.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;">A bench
trial is a trial without a jury where only the judge determines if the
defendant is guilty or innocent. Additionally, in bench trials, the defendant
waives any error in the case upon any subsequent appeals. A jury trial is
comprised of a panel of 12 jury members for felony cases and six jury members
for misdemeanor cases. The jury members are citizens in the county where the
trial is held and are chosen through a process called <i>voir dire</i> (jury
selection).<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;">After the
jurors are seated, the guilt/innocence phase of the trial will begin. This
phase involves the presentation of all evidence, and all witnesses are called
to testify. The prosecutor has the burden of proving the defendant committed
every element to the offense beyond a reasonable doubt. This is a very high
burden of proof and often difficult to meet. The defense does not have to prove
anything.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;">In order to
convict a defendant, all jurors must unanimously agree the defendant is guilty
beyond a reasonable doubt. If they do not all agree, the jury is called a hung
jury and the judge must declare a mistrial. The case will then later be retried
if the prosecutor believes another jury will be able to reach a unanimous
decision. The prosecutor also could dismiss the charge or offer the defendant a
deal on a reduced charge instead of having another trial.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;">If the
defendant is found guilty, the punishment phase of the trial will occur next.
This phase is used to determine the defendant’s punishment for their alleged
offense. Prior to the beginning of trial, the defendant must choose whether to
go to the judge or the jury to determine their punishment.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;">If the
defendant believes a legal error occurred in the trial based on the judge’s
instructions to the jury or for permitting inadmissible evidence, they can file
an appeal to the next highest court. The criminal appeal is not a pre-trial rehearing
of the evidence.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;">Find a Houston
Criminal Trial Attorney | James G. Sullivan & Associates<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;">Contact us
today for a consultation about your arrest and criminal charges in Harris
County in Texas. James Sullivan is a knowledgeable criminal defense
attorney in Houston who will make every effort to fight for you at every
stage of the criminal process.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: helvetica;"><span style="color: #444444;">Contact James
G. Sullivan & Associates today at </span><span style="mso-style-textfill-fill-alpha: 100.0%; mso-style-textfill-fill-color: #953735; mso-style-textfill-fill-colortransforms: lumm=75000; mso-style-textfill-fill-themecolor: accent2; mso-themecolor: accent2; mso-themeshade: 191;"><b><span style="color: #990000;">281-546-6428</span></b><span style="color: #444444;"> </span></span><span style="color: #444444; mso-themecolor: text1;">for a consultation about </span><span style="color: #444444;">your
alleged offense in Houston, Cypress, Katy, Tomball, and surrounding areas of
Harris County, Texas. Our
firm will work with the goal to get your criminal charges dismissed, won
at trial, or reduced.</span></span><span style="color: #444444;"><o:p style="font-size: 12pt;"></o:p></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; line-height: 115%;"><span style="background-color: white;">Our law firm defends clients charged with crimes in district courts and county criminal courts, including domestic violence (assault of a family member), drug possession or drug delivery, violent crimes, and juvenile delinquency.</span></span></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comHouston, TX 77070, USA29.9811013 -95.56754831.6708674638211534 -130.7237983 58.291335136178844 -60.4112983tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3891300115923042559.post-52589577691306252522022-02-04T22:39:00.005-06:002023-07-26T14:14:20.917-05:00Collateral Consequences of Family Violence Convictions in Texas<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://g.co/kgs/TDi1JH" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1527" data-original-width="2288" height="161" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgyKAISb35BB_bp-NIzHK7ikU3ccDrem57Jv8aFjs-MFPZUlUXGCr1R3vNDbJ1HDdqtG1vMRpQMywkLZU7vdB5OoXWBK9RUhmnG4919HqmgQQQi5hvAXubb0PwUPv_Q2xjhOeoQfcUobdnd1COgU2VH6n6GD3gugpAUVjxT75cRNpNJgWIg6pQTq1oTbw=w241-h161" width="241" /></a></div><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica;">Crimes of family violence, or domestic violence, can result
in huge punishment for alleged offenders, and they also can result in long term
and far-reaching consequences. If you are accused of assault of a family member
in Texas, it is critically important to hire a lawyer to try and fight to get
the criminal charges dismissed to avoid the possible damage to your reputation
and criminal record. If necessary, you may need to fight your case at trial to try
to get the best result.</span><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica;"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica;">According to <a href="https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/docs/fa/htm/fa.71.htm">Texas Family
Code § 71.004</a> family violence is defined as:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica;">(1) an act by a member of a family or household against
another member of the family or household that is intended to result in
physical harm, bodily injury, assault, or sexual assault or that is a threat
that reasonably places the member in fear of imminent physical harm, bodily
injury, assault, or sexual assault, but does not include defensive measures to
protect oneself;<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica;">(2) abuse, as that term is defined by <a href="https://codes.findlaw.com/tx/family-code/fam-sect-261-001.html">Texas
Family Code Sections 261.001</a>, by a member of a family or household toward a
child of the family or household means either physical injury that results in
substantial harm to the child, or the genuine threat of substantial harm from
physical injury to the child, including an injury that is at variance with
the history or explanation given and excluding an accident or reasonable
discipline by a parent, guardian, or managing or possessory conservator that
does not expose the child to a substantial risk of harm; sexual conduct harmful
to a child’s mental, emotional, or physical welfare, including conduct that
constitutes the offense of continuous sexual abuse of young child or children
under Texas Penal Code § 21.02, indecency with a child under Texas Penal Code §
21.11,, sexual assault under Texas Penal Code § 22.011,, or aggravated sexual
assault under Texas Penal Code § 22.021; compelling or encouraging the child to
engage in sexual conduct as defined by Texas Penal Code § 43.01, including
compelling or encouraging the child in a manner that constitutes an offense of
traffiking of persons under Texas Penal Code § 20A.02(a)(7) or (8),
prostitution under Texas Penal Code § 43.02(b), or compelling prostitution
under Texas Penal Code § 43.05(a)(2); causing, permitting, encouraging,
engaging in, or allowing the photographing, filming, or depicting of the child
if the person knew or should have known that the resulting photograph, film, or
depiction of the child is obscene as defined by Texas Penal Code § 43.21, or
pornographic; the current use by a person of a controlled substance as defined
by Chapter 481, Health and Safety Code, in a manner or to the extent that the
use results in physical, mental, or emotional injury to a child; causing,
expressly permitting, or encouraging a child to use a controlled substance as
defined by Chapter 481, Health and Safety Code; causing, permitting,
encouraging, engaging in, or allowing a sexual performance by a child as
defined by Texas Penal Code § 43.25; or forcing or coercing a child to enter
into a marriage; or,<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica;">(3) dating violence, as that term is defined by <a href="https://1.next.westlaw.com/Link/Document/FullText?findType=L&originatingContext=document&transitionType=DocumentItem&pubNum=1000175&refType=LQ&originatingDoc=I7cb070e0ee6f11eaa2e8a25fa5b462d7&cite=TXFAS71.0021" target="_blank" title="Section 71.0021">Section 71.0021</a>, means an act,
other than a defensive measure to protect oneself, by an actor that is
committed against a victim or applicant for a protective order with whom the
actor has or has had a dating relationship, or because of the victim’s or
applicant’s marriage to or dating relationship with an individual with whom the
actor is or has been in a dating relationship or marriage; and is intended to
result in physical harm, bodily injury, assault, or sexual assault or
that is a threat that reasonably places the victim or applicant in fear of
imminent physical harm, bodily injury, assault, or sexual assault. A “dating
relationship” is defined as a relationship between individuals who have or have
had a continuing relationship of a romantic or intimate nature. The existence
of such a relationship will be determined based on consideration of the length
of the relationship, the nature of the relationship, and the frequency and type
of interaction between the persons involved in the relationship. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;"><span>Effects of Domestic
Violence Conviction on Life</span><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica;">The effects a family violence conviction have on a person's
daily life include some of the most profound consequences. These convictions,
in multiple ways, can affect many aspects of a person's daily life.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica;">Examples of how a domestic violence conviction can affect a
person’s regular life include:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<ul style="margin-top: 0in;" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica;">You
cannot obtain a fishing or hunting license in Texas,<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica;">Your
divorce or child custody proceedings could be adversely affected,<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica;">You
may be unable to foster or adopt a child,<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica;">If you
are not a U.S. citizen, you could lose your legal residence status,<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica;">You
may be denied housing, and<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica;">You may
be subject to the terms of either an Emergency Protective Order authorized
by the Code of Criminal Procedure, or a Protective Order
authorized by the Family Code.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
</ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;"><span>Subsequent Offenses
Can Be Enhanced to Felony Charges</span><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica;">It is also crucial to know that after being convicted of
domestic violence or even successfully completing a deferred adjudication
probation, all subsequent domestic violence charges can be enhanced. Texas
Penal Code § 22.01(b) states that an assault offense under Texas Penal Code §
22.01(a)(1) is a Class A misdemeanor, except that the offense is a third-degree
felony if the offense is committed against a person whose relationship to or
association with the defendant is described by Texas Family Code § 71.0021(b),
71.003, or 71.005, meaning dating violence, family, or household if it is shown
on the trial of the offense that the defendant has been previously convicted of
an offense under this chapter, Chapter 19, or Texas Penal Code § 20.03
(kidnapping), 20.04 (aggravated kidnapping), 21.11 (indecency with a child), or
25.11 (continuous violence against the family) against a person whose
relationship to or association with the defendant is described by Texas Family
Code § 71.0021(b), 71.003, or 71.005.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica;">An affirmative finding of family violence on even a Class C
Misdemeanor could allow the state to file a subsequent family violence case as
a felony charge. Additionally, family violence charges cannot be expunged or
sealed from your permanent record, so the conviction or even completed deferred
probation will permanently tarnish your reputation for life.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;"><span>Houston, TX Family
Violence Lawyer</span><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica;">If you were recently arrested for a crime of family violence
in the greater Houston area, you should quickly seek legal representation. Call
James G. Sullivan & Associates so you can have the best chance of possibly
getting your criminal case dismissed.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: helvetica;"><span style="color: #444444;">Our law firm understands family violence charges are extremely
personal in nature and knows how overwhelming it can be for a person to try and
resolve these problems on their own. We can be by your side throughout the
court process, and we review your case as soon as you call </span><b><span style="color: #990000;">(281) 546-6458</span></b><span style="color: #444444;"> to
schedule a free consultation.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;"><span>Effects of Family
Violence Conviction on Work</span><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica;">In addition to the effects that domestic violence
convictions can have on a person’s daily life, there can also be an immediate
and negative impact on a person’s ability to work. People usually spend most of
their time in their daily lives at their workplace, and the impact a domestic
violence crime has on a career can be crushing.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica;">A domestic violence conviction could result in some of these
possible consequences on work:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<ul style="margin-top: 0in;" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica;">You
could lose your current job,<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica;">You
may not be eligible for public service positions,<o:p></o:p></span></li>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica;">If you are unemployed, it is crucial to know that a domestic
violence conviction could affect your ability to find a job. The family
violence charge will show up on most background checks and some employers refuse
to hire a person because of such a conviction.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica;">Our law firm defends clients charged with crimes in district courts and county criminal courts, including domestic violence (assault of a family member), drug possession or drug delivery, violent crimes, and juvenile delinquency.</span></span></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comHouston, TX, USA29.7604267 -95.3698028-18.622434841526175 -165.6823028 78.143288241526179 -25.057302800000002tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3891300115923042559.post-35170358456368582021-02-26T15:49:00.005-06:002023-07-26T14:17:33.424-05:00Criminal Law FAQs<p> </p><h4 style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; font-weight: 500; line-height: 1em; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 10px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #ff9900; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Do I really need a lawyer for my criminal case?</span></h4><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="https://g.co/kgs/TDi1JH" style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #2ea3f2; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><img alt="" class="alignright size-medium wp-image-13919" height="168" loading="lazy" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" src="https://i2.wp.com/www.houstoncriminaltriallawyer.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Fotosearch_k1243927-1.jpg?resize=300%2C200" srcset="https://i2.wp.com/www.houstoncriminaltriallawyer.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Fotosearch_k1243927-1.jpg?resize=300%2C200 300w, https://i2.wp.com/www.houstoncriminaltriallawyer.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Fotosearch_k1243927-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C683 1024w, https://i2.wp.com/www.houstoncriminaltriallawyer.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Fotosearch_k1243927-1.jpg?resize=768%2C512 768w, https://i2.wp.com/www.houstoncriminaltriallawyer.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Fotosearch_k1243927-1.jpg?resize=1536%2C1024 1536w, https://i2.wp.com/www.houstoncriminaltriallawyer.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Fotosearch_k1243927-1.jpg?w=2160 2160w" style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; float: right; height: auto; margin: 0px 0px 0px 15px; max-width: 100%; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: bottom;" width="252" /></a><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica;">Yes. You really do. Simply by being accused of a crime places you at greater risk for spending time in prison or jail. And you do not want to find yourself lost and alone in the Texas criminal justice system. It can be just as cold, harsh, and unforgiving as for those lost in the wilderness. The old saying that one who represents himself has a fool for a lawyer is certainly true. It is risky to represent yourself. You place yourself at the mercy of prosecutors who can take advantage of you, even if you have no criminal record, and overburden you with a punishment much more harsh than usual.</span></p><h4 style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; font-weight: 500; line-height: 1em; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 10px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #ff9900; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">What should I look for in hiring a criminal defense attorney?</span></h4><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica;">Choosing a criminal defense attorney to represent you or a loved one is a huge decision. The outcome of your case can highly depend on the experience, expertise, and reputation of the criminal defense lawyer you hire. It is important you hire the right one.</span></p><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Experience</span>.</span> You need a lawyer with significant experience in the area of law where your problem lies. If you or a loved one are charged with a crime, you need a lawyer experienced in criminal law.</span></p><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Expertise</span>.</span> Criminal law is a specialized area of law that follows different procedures and rules. Few lawyers specialize in this area of law. Many lawyers are general practitioners, so-called “jacks of all trade,” that practice many different areas of law yet lack significant experience in any one area.</span></p><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Reputation</span>.</span> Lawyers that have a reputation for winning cases at trial generally obtain better results for their clients than lawyers that do not fight cases at trial. Does the lawyer genuinely care for his clients? What do other lawyers think of him or her? Has the lawyer ever been sanctioned for misconduct? Answers to these questions can be found at <a href="http://www.avvo.com/" style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">www.avvo.com</a> and <a href="http://www.texasbar.com/" style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">www.texasbar.com</a>.</span></p><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica;">At James G. Sullivan & Associates, our Houston trial lawyers are experienced in criminal law. Our lawyers have fought and won felony and misdemeanor jury trials in criminal court. They have handled thousands of criminal cases. James Sullivan has practiced criminal law since 1994, and Nancy Botts since 1988. Sullivan graduated from The Trial Lawyers College, the most selective and prestigious trial advocacy program in America.</span></p><h4 style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; font-weight: 500; line-height: 1em; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 10px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #ff9900; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">When should I hire an attorney?</span></h4><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica;">It is smart to hire a lawyer as soon as possible. Lawyers can take steps to put their clients in a better position to get a case dismissed or to negotiate a plea before trial begins. Seasoned criminal trial attorneys know how to conduct a thorough investigation of the criminal issue and can present evidence supporting your case.</span></p><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica;">When you retain our firm, we will start working on your legal matter promptly so that your legal concern can be resolved quickly.</span></p><h4 style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; font-weight: 500; line-height: 1em; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 10px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #ff9900; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">How much does it cost to hire a criminal defense lawyer in Harris County?</span></h4><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #444444;">Legal fees are also an important consideration in selecting a lawyer, but do you really want the cheapest criminal defense lawyer when your freedom and reputation are at stake? The old saying you get what you pay for is most certainly true when it comes to legal fees. Quality and effective representation is what you deserve and hope to find, and that representation ought to come at a fair price.</span></p><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #444444;">At James G. Sullivan & Associates, we aim to provide quality and effective representation at a reasonable cost.</span></p><h4 style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; font-weight: 500; line-height: 1em; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 10px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #ff9900; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Do I have to appear in court?</span></h4><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #444444;">Yes. If you have an order to appear in court and you fail to make it, your bond could be revoked, and you could go to jail. It is wise to arrange for child care and time off from work for your court date so that you can appear.</span></p><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #444444;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Note:</span> During the pandemic, you may have the option to appear in court remotely via Zoom. You should contact the court or your attorney in advance to find out.</span></p><h4 style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; font-weight: 500; line-height: 1em; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 10px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #ff9900; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Should I stop smoking marijuana after an arrest?</span></h4><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #444444;">Yes. If you are released on bond, you should follow the court-ordered terms of your release. Engaging in unlawful activity, such as smoking marijuana or using other illegal narcotics, may violate these terms. You could go back to jail for committing a crime while awaiting your trial.</span></p><h4 style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; font-weight: 500; line-height: 1em; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 10px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #ff9900; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Isn’t it cheaper to pay the fine and accept the punishment than fight minor charges?</span></h4><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #444444;">No, not in the long way. Whether you have been charged with a misdemeanor shoplifting or an assault causing bodily injury, pleading guilty to these offenses and other misdemeanors can have expensive, long-term consequences. Misdemeanor theft or assault convictions are recorded on your permanent criminal record, which potential employers or landlords can access through background checks. Even a misdemeanor charge can cost you a potential job, career choice, or housing option. Over a lifetime, the potential loss of higher income for not being able to pursue a more lucrative career path or the cost of having to pay higher interest rates for auto and home loans can be staggering.</span></p><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #444444;">Contact James G. Sullivan & Associates to consult with experienced Houston Criminal Lawyers at </span><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: maroon; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">(281) 546-6428</span></span><span style="color: #666666;">.</span></p><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><br /></p><p style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica;">Our law firm defends clients charged with crimes in district courts and county criminal courts, including domestic violence (assault of a family member), drug possession or drug delivery, violent crimes, and juvenile delinquency.</span></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3891300115923042559.post-7356837142533526192020-03-25T17:13:00.004-05:002023-07-26T14:18:39.856-05:00Unlawful Promotion of Intimate Visual Material | Houston Criminal Defense Attorneys<h2 style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 26px; font-weight: 500; line-height: 1em; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 10px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">
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The prosecution of cases involving revenge porn has become more widespread in Texas. The term revenge porn refers to the act of sharing nude photographs or videos of a person without their consent. Recently, revenge porn is in more news stories.</div>
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Unlawful disclosure or promotion of intimate visual material, otherwise known as revenge porn, is a serious crime. Revenge porn is used by offenders to harass, embarrass, or shame their victims. It is often done by the posting of revealing or sexually explicit images or videos of a person on the Internet, usually by an angry ex-lover, without the consent of the subject and in order to harm them. It can also refer to an offender threatening a victim with the disclosure of such images or videos in order to obtain a benefit, such as financial gain.</div>
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To gain the most exposure, the offender will usually upload the intimate material to popular websites where such material is easily available. To further traumatize the victim, the offender sometimes includes with the material the victim’s identifying information, including their name, address, profession and social media accounts.</div>
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In 2015, the Texas Legislature enacted the statute that made the unlawful disclosure or promotion of intimate visual material a crime. This statute makes revenge porn a felony sexual offense and can result in harsh punishment.</div>
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Criminal charges for revenge porn can ruin your personal and professional life. Not only can you face serious punishment, but you could also be left stigmatized in your own community.</div>
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If you or a loved one has been charged with a revenge porn crime in the Greater Houston area, it is important you seek an experienced criminal lawyer.</div>
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The defense attorneys at James G. Sullivan & Associates represent clients in criminal cases involving revenge porn. These cases can be difficult to defend. Sometimes the charges require expert witness testimony and a complete understanding of different Internet platforms.</div>
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Our lawyers at James G. Sullivan & Associates are experienced in defending sex crimes and criminal revenge porn cases in the greater Houston area. Call us today at <span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: maroon; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">(281) 546-6428</span></span> for a free initial consultation on any revenge porn case in Harris County and surrounding counties.</div>
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Texas Penal Code Sec. 21.16 does not use the term revenge porn. Instead Texas law defines so-called revenge porn as the unlawful disclosure or promotion of intimate visual material.</div>
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According to the statute, a person commits an offense if:</div>
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<li style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Without the consent of the depicted person and with the intent to harm that person, the offender discloses visual material depicting another person with the person’s intimate parts exposed or engaged in sexual conduct;</li>
<li style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">At the time of the disclosure, the offender knows or has reason to believe that the visual material was obtained by him or created under circumstances in which the depicted person had a reasonable expectation that the visual material would remain private;</li>
<li style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">The disclosure of the visual material causes harm to the depicted person; and</li>
<li style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">The disclosure of the visual material reveals the identity of the depicted person in any manner, including through:</li>
<li style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Any accompanying or subsequent information or material related to the visual material; or</li>
<li style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Information or material provided by a third party in response to the disclosure of the visual material.</li>
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A person also commits this offense if the offender intentionally threatens to disclose, without the consent of the depicted person, visual material depicting another person with the person’s intimate parts exposed or engaged in sexual conduct and the offender makes the threat to obtain a benefit:</div>
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<li style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">In return for not making the disclosure; or</li>
<li style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">In connection with the threatened disclosure.</li>
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Lastly, a person also commits this offense if, knowing the character and content of the visual material, the offender promotes visual material described above on an Internet website or other forum for publication that is owned or operated by him.</div>
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Chapter 12 of the Texas Penal Code lists the felony punishment for revenge porn in Houston.</div>
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Revenge porn is usually charged as a state jail felony. A conviction for such a felony is punishable by confinement in a state jail for any term between 180 days and two years, and a fine up to $10,000.</div>
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Now that revenge porn is covered more in the news, the general public has grown more disgusted by the acts of alleged offenders. If you have been charged with unlawful disclosure of sensitive materials, you need a strong legal defense.</div>
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These are some possible defenses that could reduce or mitigate the charge:</div>
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<li style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Establishing you had “effective consent” of the depicted person in the sensitive visual material;</li>
<li style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Refuting that you knew the character and content of the visual material you are accused of promoting online; or</li>
<li style="background: transparent; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Refuting that the disclosure of the visual material caused harm to the depicted person</li>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3891300115923042559.post-60797101892279008652020-01-29T18:10:00.003-06:002023-07-26T14:29:21.215-05:00Aggravated Kidnapping Defense Attorneys in Houston Texas<h1 style="background: 0px 0px rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 30px; font-weight: 500; line-height: 1em; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 10px; position: relative; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://g.co/kgs/TDi1JH" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="766" data-original-width="1024" height="197" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXHQVtRteoi3U_dmplGKF35BuWbM5PiBUuU2RFdl3n35Llqabg-P6y26hbQfPa7vzcsWVaeCFrZWj-37ecYSafvTaz13NqWQLQAb99NLn0FnaXVIpdnTc651hczGHUZhth5C9ZNBybzF-X/w264-h197/Harris+County+Criminal+Courthouse.jpg" width="264" /></a></div><br />Aggravated kidnapping is a serious felony offense in Houston. A conviction for aggravated kidnapping can result in severe punishment, including lengthy prison time and a large fine. Such a conviction can also adversely impact your professional career, personal life, and basic civil rights.</div>
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It is important to hire an experienced Houston criminal defense lawyer because criminal charges for aggravated kidnapping do not have to result in a conviction and the resulting lifelong consequences. In order to convict you, the state prosecutor must prove to a jury that you committed every element of the felony offense beyond a reasonable doubt. With an experienced trial lawyer defending you, this can be a very difficult burden to meet, and any reasonable doubt in the mind of any of the members of the jury can result in a not guilty verdict or a hung jury. Therefore, it is vital to contact an experienced criminal attorney in Houston who will fight for your rights, freedom and future.</div>
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If you or a loved one has been charged with aggravated kidnapping in Harris county (Houston), or Fort Bend (Richmond), call James G. Sullivan and Associates for a free consultation at <span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: maroon; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">(281) 546-6428</span></span>. Attorney James (Jim) Sullivan will fight for your rights, freedom and future.</div>
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Texas Penal Code Sec. 20.03 defines <a href="http://www.ahoustoncriminalattorney.com/2017/11/houston-kidnapping-lawyer.html" style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #a80000; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">kidnapping charges</a> as intentionally or knowingly abducting another person. Texas Penal Code Sec. 20.01 defines “abduct” as to restrain a person with intent to prevent his liberation by secreting or holding him in a place where he is not likely to be found; or, by using or threatening to use deadly force.</div>
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A charge of aggravated kidnapping has enhanced punishment because it is considered a crime of violence.</div>
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According to Texas Penal Code Sec. 20.04, a person can be charged with aggravated kidnapping if he intentionally or knowingly abducts another person with the intent to:</div>
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<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">hold him for ransom or reward;</li>
<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">use him as a shield or hostage;</li>
<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">facilitate the commission of a felony or the flight after the attempt or commission of a felony;</li>
<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">inflict bodily injury on him or violate or abuse him sexually;</li>
<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">terrorize him or a third person; or</li>
<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">interfere with the performance of any governmental or political function.</li>
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In addition, the offender can be charged with aggravated kidnapping if he intentionally or knowingly abducts another person and uses or exhibits a deadly weapon during the commission of the offense.</div>
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<span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #ff9900; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Punishment for Aggravated Kidnapping in Texas</span></span></h4>
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Aggravated kidnapping carries serious punishment. Aggravated kidnapping is charged as a felony of the first degree.</div>
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If convicted of an aggravated kidnapping, the possible punishment range is:</div>
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<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">incarceration in prison for life or for any term of not more than 99 years or less than 5 years, and a possible fine up to $10,000; or,</li>
<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">if at the punishment stage of a trial the offender proves that he voluntarily released the victim in a safe place, the conviction for an aggravated kidnapping is reduced to a felony of the second degree. This charge can result in incarceration in prison for any term of not more than 20 years or less than 2 years, and a possible fine up to $10,000.</li>
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Have you or a loved one been charged with kidnapping or related charges in the Greater Houston area? Call James G. Sullivan and Associates today for a free consultation.</div>
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Kidnapping is a serious crime that may result in an aggravated felony charge. The punishment for aggravated kidnapping relies heavily on intent, so a strong legal defense is necessary. It is vital that you do not speak with law enforcement before first speaking with an experienced criminal defense attorney. It could be the difference between prison or exoneration.</div>
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If you are stressed out, overwhelmed and need guidance, call the lawyers at James G. Sullivan and Associates. We are dedicated to protecting your rights. We care about our clients and strive to get the best possible result.</div>
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We accept clients throughout the Greater Houston area, including Conroe in Montgomery County and Richmond in Fort Bend County.</div>
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Contact the attorneys at James G. Sullivan and Associates today at <span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: maroon; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">(281) 546-6428</span></span>. Do not let this accusation consume and take over your life.</div><div style="background: 0px 0px rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><br /></div><div style="background: 0px 0px rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; font-size: x-small;">Our law firm defends clients charged with crimes in district courts and county criminal courts, including domestic violence (assault of a family member), drug possession or drug delivery, violent crimes, and juvenile delinquency.</span></div>
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Stopping someone from calling 911 may not seem serious, but under Texas law it is a crime. Interfering with an emergency phone call is a criminal offense according to Texas Penal Code Section 42.062. A person accused of such a crime can be charged with a Class A misdemeanor.</div>
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Frequently, interfering with an emergency request for assistance case stems from <a href="http://www.ahoustoncriminalattorney.com/2014/05/harris-county-family-violence-lawyer-houston-domestic-assault-attorney-james-sullivan.html" style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #a80000; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">family violence</a>. Every situation is different. There are many reasons why a person might stop another from calling 911. However, prosecutors take this Texas law very seriously and are not very sympathetic when it comes to preventing a 911 call. Because they mostly side with the alleged victim, the charge of interference with an emergency call can be hard to beat.</div>
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It is important to seek experienced legal representation if you’re charged with interference with an emergency call.</div>
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Have you or a loved one been charged with interfering with an emergency call? These cases usually rely heavily on the word of an alleged victim. To put such a person’s credibility in doubt you need effective legal representation. Contact James G. Sullivan and Associates today and talk with an experienced criminal defense attorney.</div>
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We represent people from all over the Greater Houston area including Katy, Cypress, Jersey Village, Tomball, Spring, Humble, Pasadena, and many other nearby communities. Each of our attorneys have over 25 years handling domestic violence charges in Harris County, Fort Bend County and Montgomery County. Do not let a misunderstanding end in a criminal record. Allow us to fight for you to get the best possible outcome for your case.</div>
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Call <span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: maroon; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">(281) 546-6428</span></span> for a free initial consultation.</div>
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The Texas Penal Code lists two ways for which a person can be charged with interference with an emergency call—</div>
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<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Section 42.062(a) states that an individual commits a crime of interference with an emergency call when her or she knowingly:<ul style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 26px; list-style: disc; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 2px 0px 2px 35px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">
<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Prevents or interferes with another individual’s ability to place an emergency call or to request assistance, including a request for assistance using an electronic communications device, in an emergency from a law enforcement agency, medical facility or other agency or entity the primary purpose of which is to provide for the safety of individuals.</li>
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<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Recklessly renders unusable an electronic communications device, including a telephone, that would otherwise be used by another individual to place an emergency call or to request assistance in an emergency from a law enforcement agency, medical facility, or other agency or entity the primary purpose of which is to provide for the safety of individuals.</li>
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Section 42.062(d) defines “emergency’ as a condition or circumstance in which any individual is or is reasonably believed by the individual making a call or requesting assistance to be in fear of imminent assault or fear of damage to property.</div>
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Every circumstance is different. There are two sides to every story, especially when it involves dating and family relationships. However, Texas law can be severe to those who interfere with or inhibit an emergency call. If convicted, the penalty is a Class A misdemeanor.</div>
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The range of punishment for a Class A misdemeanors can be:</div>
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<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Incarceration for up to one year in county jail; and/or</li>
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If the accused has been previously convicted of interference with an emergency call, the accused can be charged with a state jail felony.</div>
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Punishment for a state jail felony can possibly result in:</div>
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<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Incarceration for up to two years in a state jail; and/or</li>
<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">A fine of up to $10,000.</li>
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<a href="http://www.texas911.org/" style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #a80000; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Texas 911 & Kari’s Law</a> – The local 911 website explains the circumstances that led to the adoption of the law which went into effect on September 1, 2016. “The law represents the culmination of efforts in the aftermath of the murder of Kari Hunt in a motel room in Marshall, Texas. Ms. Hunt’s 9-year-old daughter tried to call 9-1-1 for help four times from the motel room phone. The call never went through because she did not know to first dial “9” for an outbound line before dialing “9-1-1.” Now, when using multi-line telephone systems (such as at a motel), callers to 911 no longer have to first dial an initial number, digit, prefix or other access number or code.</div>
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If you or a loved one have been charged with interfering with an emergency call, it is important that you contact a seasoned defense lawyer. Do not despair. Be proactive. Call James G. Sullivan and Associates today to talk to an attorney.</div>
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The attorneys at James G. Sullivan and Associates are experienced in defending family violence and related assault charges. We accept clients in Houston in Harris County and Richmond in Fort Bend County, Texas. Do not put your freedom or clean record in jeopardy by going it alone. These legal issues are complex. Call us today at <span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: maroon; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">(281) 546-6428</span></span> and let us tell you how we will defend you.</div><div style="background: 0px 0px rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><br /></div><div style="background: 0px 0px rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: helvetica; font-size: small;">Our law firm defends clients charged with crimes in district courts and county criminal courts, including domestic violence (assault of a family member), drug possession or drug delivery, violent crimes, and juvenile delinquency.</span></div><div style="background: 0px 0px rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><br /></div>
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Family violence in Houston is a very serious matter that can result in severe consequences to alleged offenders. By the end of September, the Houston Police Department has received almost 24,000 reports of domestic violence so far in 2019. Since taking office in 2017, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg has increased the number of family violence cases that prosecutors file from about 9,000 a year to almost 12,000 cases a year—a 33 percent increase in charges against a family member or someone in a dating relationship!</span></div>
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Obviously, many accusations of family violence or domestic violence are not true. Alleged victims often will falsely accuse someone they are in a dating relationship with or a family member of domestic violence. These serious and false allegations frequently arise from anger, jealousy, divorce or child custody disputes.</span></div>
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If you have been accused of a domestic or family violence crime, it is important to consult an experienced and reputable criminal defense attorney in Houston to defend you.</span></div>
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If you have been accused of family violence or domestic violence in the Greater Houston area, including Katy, Cypress, Jersey Village, Tomball, Spring, Humble, Pasadena, and many other nearby communities, contact James G. Sullivan and Associates.</span></div>
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Attorney James G. Sullivan will fight the allegations against you and strive to help you avoid serious consequences and punishments to your alleged offense. Call James G. Sullivan and Associates for a free consultation at <span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: maroon; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">(281) 546-6428</span></span> about your family violence charges.</span></div>
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Often, domestic violence or family violence cases involve legal terms that are unfamiliar to most people. These terms are defined in Chapter 71 of the Texas Family Code and are listed below.</span></div>
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<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Family Violence</span> is often more commonly referred to as domestic violence, domestic abuse or dating violence, and is defined as an intentional act or threat by one family member against another that causes physical harm, bodily injury, assault or sexual assault.</span></li>
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<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Family Member</span> is anyone who is related by blood, related by marriage, a former spouse, parent of the same child, step-parent or foster parent.</span></li>
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<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Household Member</span> is anyone who resides or has previously resided in the same home, including individuals who are not in the same family such as roommates.</span></li>
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<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Protective Order</span> is more commonly referred to as a restraining order, protection against family violence, or protection order, and is a court order issued by the judge if the judge determines family violence has occurred and is likely to occur again.</span></li>
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<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Protective Order Hearing</span> is a hearing in which the judge determines whether or not family violence has occurred and is likely to occur in the future after both sides present evidence and any witnesses. If the judge determines family violence has occurred, the judge will issue a protective order</span></li>
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Some of the most commonly charged family violence offenses in Harris County can include, but are not limited to, the following—</span></div>
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According to Texas Penal Code § 22.01, an individual can be charged with <a href="http://www.ahoustoncriminalattorney.com/2014/05/harris-county-family-violence-lawyer-houston-domestic-assault-attorney-james-sullivan.html" style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #a80000; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">domestic assaul<span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">t</span></a> if they intentionally, knowingly or recklessly cause bodily injury; threaten; or, physically contact a family member, household member or person they are in a dating relationship with in a manner in which the other person would regard as offensive or provocative.</span></div>
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As defined in Texas Penal Code § 22.02, an individual can be charged with aggravated domestic assault if they commit assault with a deadly weapon against a family member or cause serious bodily injury to a family member, household member or person they are in a dating relationship with.</span></div>
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As defined in Texas Penal Code § 25.07, a violation of a protective order is cause by an individual knowingly or intentionally violating the terms of a protective order against them. This can include communicating with the family member who requested the protective order or going to their home or place of employment.</span></div>
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As defined by Texas Penal Code § 42.072, <a href="http://www.ahoustoncriminalattorney.com/2016/09/houston-stalking-defense-harris-county-criminal-lawyers.html" style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #a80000; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">stalking</a><em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"> </em>is defined as repeatedly and knowingly engaging in conduct targeted at a specific person—</span></div>
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<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">that causes them to be afraid they will be seriously harmed, and</span></li>
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This offense can also include cyberstalking, which is defined as communicating with another person through e-mail or other electronic means strictly to harass that person.</span></div>
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According to Texas Penal Code § 22.04, an individual can be charged with injury to a child (child abuse) or injury to the elderly if they intentionally, knowingly, recklessly or with criminal negligence cause any type of bodily injury to a child or elderly adult.</span></div>
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Chapter 12 of the Texas Penal Code defines the general penalties to many family violence offenses in Houston. However, these penalties can vary, depending on whether the victim was elderly, disabled or a child, whether a weapon was used during the commission of the offense, the degree of domestic violence, whether bodily injury or death resulted from the offense, and whether the alleged offender has any previous criminal history.</span></div>
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<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">An individual charged with a Class C misdemeanor domestic assault offense can result in a fine up to $500 (although we do not handle Class C misdemeanor offenses).</span></li>
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<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">An individual convicted of a Class A misdemeanor domestic assault offense can receive a jail sentence up to one year and/or a fine up to $4,000.</span></li>
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<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">An individual charged with a Class A misdemeanor violation of a protection order can receive a jail sentence up to one year and/or a fine up to $4,000.</span></li>
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<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">A conviction for a felony of the third degree domestic assault, violation of a protective order, stalking, or child abuse offense can result in a prison sentence ranging from two to ten years and/or a fine not more than $10,000.</span></li>
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Additionally, anyone who commits <a href="https://www.ahoustoncriminalattorney.com/2019/11/continuous-violence-against-family-lawyer-houston.html" style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #a80000; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Continuous Violence Against a Family</a> or household member can be convicted of a third degree felony offense, according to Texas Penal Code § 25.11. Continuous violence is defined as committing a family violence offense two or more times within a 12 month period.</span></div>
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Contact James G. Sullivan and Associates today at <span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: maroon; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">(281) 546-6428</span></span> for a free consultation about your family violence charges throughout Harris County in Texas. James Sullivan is an experienced criminal defense attorney in Houston who will make every effort to help you achieve the best outcome for your case.</span></div><div style="background: 0px 0px rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><br /></span></div><div style="background: 0px 0px rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #444444;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Our law firm defends clients charged with crimes in district courts and county criminal courts, including domestic violence (assault of a family member), drug possession or drug delivery, violent crimes, and juvenile delinquency.</span></span></div>
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The crime of continuous violence against the family is defined as committing two or more domestic assaults within a period of 12 months. According to the statute, members of the jury are not required to agree unanimously on the specific conduct in which the alleged offender engaged that constituted assault involving family violence. Instead, a jury only needs to unanimously agree that the alleged offender engaged in conduct that constituted assault family violence two or more times in a period of 12 months or less.</div>
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If you were arrested in the Houston area for continuous violence against the family, it is in your best interest to immediately retain experienced legal counsel. James G. Sullivan and Associates aggressively defends clients accused of domestic violence offenses all over the Greater Houston area, including Katy, Cypress, Jersey Village, Tomball, Spring, Humble, Pasadena, and many other nearby communities.</div>
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Under Texas Penal Code § 25.11(a), a person can be charged with continuous violence against the family if he or she intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly causes bodily injury to any person or persons whose relationship to or association with the accused is described by the following statutes:</div>
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<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">“Dating Relationship” (Texas Family Code § 71.0021) </span>means a relationship between individuals who have or have had a continuing relationship of a romantic or intimate nature. The existence of such a relationship shall be determined based on consideration of the length of the relationship, the nature of the relationship, and the frequency and type of interaction between the persons involved in the relationship.</li>
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<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">“Family” (Texas Family Code § 71.003) </span>includes individuals related by consanguinity (one is a descendant of the other or they share a common ancestor) or affinity (they are married to each other or the spouse of one of the individuals is related by consanguinity to the other individual), individuals who are former spouses of each other, individuals who are the parents of the same child, without regard to marriage, and a foster child and foster parent, without regard to whether those individuals reside together.</li>
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Continuous violence against the family is classified as a third degree felony punishable by up to 10 years in prison and/or a fine of up to $10,000.</div>
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Were you recently arrested for continuous violence against the family in southeast Texas? You should always consult with a lawyer before talking with the authorities. Contact James G. Sullivan and Associates for a free, confidential consultation.</div>
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James G. Sullivan and Associates are experienced <a href="https://www.ahoustoncriminalattorney.com/p/james-sullivan.html" style="color: #007cbb; text-decoration-line: none;">criminal defense attorneys</a> in Houston who represent clients in communities throughout Harris County and Fort Bend County. They can review your case and explain your legal options. They have a proven history of fighting to get the best result for clients accused of family violence. Call <span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: maroon; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">(281) 546-6428</span></span> for a free consultation.</div><div style="background: 0px 0px rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><br /></div><div style="background: 0px 0px rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Calibri; font-size: medium;">Our law firm defends clients charged with crimes in district courts and county criminal courts, including domestic violence (assault of a family member), drug possession or drug delivery, violent crimes, and juvenile delinquency.</span></div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3891300115923042559.post-51828915871609551772019-08-19T06:58:00.002-05:002023-07-26T17:29:48.155-05:00Indecent Exposure | Houston Sex Crimes Defense Attorneys<h1 style="background: 0px 0px rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 30px; font-weight: 500; line-height: 1em; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 10px; position: relative; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">
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A conviction for indecent exposure in Houston can lead to serious consequences and repercussions. Under Texas laws, an indecent exposure offense is generally considered a misdemeanor offense which can result in a criminal record. If that happens, it will appear on background checks for jobs, educational opportunities and even housing applications. Furthermore, this crime can lead to jail time, fines, and a possible requirement to register as a sex offender.</div>
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Keep in mind that indecent exposure charges do not necessarily have to result in a conviction. The prosecutor must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that you committed every element of the offense. With <a href="https://g.co/kgs/TDi1JHl" style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #a80000; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">reputable criminal trial attorneys</a>, this can be a very difficult burden to meet, and if the jury has any doubt, you could be found not guilty at trial, or the prosecutor could dismiss the charges prior to trial. Therefore, it is in your best interest to consult with reputable Houston criminal defense attorneys to assist you to develop your best legal strategy for your particular situation.</div>
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If you have been charged with indecent exposure in Houston, or any of the surrounding areas in Texas, including Spring, Cypress, Jersey Village, Humble, Katy, Sugar Land, Pasadena or Deer Park, contact James G. Sullivan and Associates.</div>
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James Sullivan is knowledgeable in all areas of Texas’ sex crime laws and will make every effort to fight the allegations against you. Call James Sullivan at <span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: maroon; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">(281) 546-6428</span></span> about your alleged indecent exposure offense.</div>
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According to Texas Penal Code § 21.08, a person can be charged with indecent exposure if they expose any part of their genitals or anus with the intent to arouse or gratify the sexual desire of any person, and are reckless about whether another person is present who would be offended or alarmed by the act.</div>
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According to Texas law, a person acts recklessly if they commit some act, and they are aware the conduct can cause the result of their actions or conduct, but consciously disregard the possibility the result will occur.</div>
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Some of the most common examples of indecent exposure in Houston include:</div>
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<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Urinating in public,</li>
<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Mooning, or exposing your buttocks to someone else in public,</li>
<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Flashing, or exposing any sexual organ to someone else in public, or</li>
<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Sunbathing topless and/or exposing female breasts.</li>
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However, a mother breastfeeding her child or baby in public is not considered indecent exposure for criminal purposes.</div>
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According to Texas Penal Code § 21.07, a person can be charged with public lewdness if they knowingly engage in any of the following acts while in a public place:</div>
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<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Sexual intercourse, which is defined as the penetration of the female sex organ by the male sex organ.</li>
<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Deviate sexual intercourse, which is defined as any contact between any part of the genitals, or sex organs, of one person and the mouth or anus of another person, or the penetration of the genitals or anus of another person with an object.</li>
<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">An act of sexual conduct, which is defined as any touching of the anus, breast or genitals of another person with the intent to arouse or gratify the sexual desires of any person.</li>
<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">An act involving contact between the alleged offender’s mouth or genitals and the anus or genitals of an animal.</li>
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Under Texas law, a person acts knowingly if they commit some type of conduct and they are aware their conduct is reasonably certain to cause the result of the conduct or the act.</div>
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Furthermore, a person can be charged with public lewdness if they engage in any of the following acts, and is reckless about whether another person who is present would be offended or alarmed by the act:</div>
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<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Sexual intercourse,</li>
<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Deviate sexual intercourse,</li>
<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">An act of sexual conduct, or</li>
<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">An act involving contact between the alleged offender’s mouth or genitals and the anus or genitals of an animal.</li>
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The penalties for Houston indecent exposure offenses are defined in Chapter 12 of the Texas Penal Code. Many nudity offenses in Houston can result in a misdemeanor conviction. The penalties for nudity offenses, such as indecent exposure in Houston, are as follows:</div>
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<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Criminal charges for an indecent exposure offense can result in Class B misdemeanor conviction, which is punishable by a jail sentence up to 180 days and/or a fine up to $2,000.</li>
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<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Under Chapter 62 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, a person convicted of a second indecent exposure offense is required to register as a sex offender with a local law enforcement authority of the county where they reside for a period of ten years.</li>
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Contact Attorney James Sullivan today for a consultation about your indecent exposure charges in Harris County, Texas. James Sullivan is an aggressive Houston criminal defense attorney who will make every effort to get you the best result in your case.</div>
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Contact James G. Sullivan and Associates at <span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: maroon; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">(281) 546-6428</span></span> for a free and confidential consultation about your alleged indecent exposure charge throughout Harris County and the surrounding counties of Montgomery County and Fort Bend County.</div><div style="background: 0px 0px rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 14px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Calibri;">Our law firm defends clients charged with crimes in district courts and county criminal courts, including domestic violence (assault of a family member), drug possession or drug delivery, violent crimes, and juvenile delinquency.</span></span></div>
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James Sullivan graduated from Gerry Spence’s Trial Lawyers College, the most selective and prestigious trial advocacy program in America. Sullivan has a proven record of defending people from all walks of life, faiths and countries in courts throughout Texas. This is one of his many client reviews on AVVO:</div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">I hired James Sullivan to represent my 17 year old grandson who was charged with public lewdness after he and his girlfriend were caught fooling around at their high school. I could not be happier with the result. Sullivan persuaded the prosecutor to dismiss the case in exchange for my grandson taking a decision making class and performing 6 hours of community service. Sullivan is extremely efficient and professional. We only had to go to court twice. Sullivan was responsive to my phone calls and emails and always available to answer questions. I would recommend him to any of my family or friends that might need the services of a criminal or juvenile defense attorney.</em></div>
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You’re in a hurry to get to work. You’re exhausted because you haven’t slept well. The newbie wakes you up once or twice during the night for feeding. You’re burning the candle at both ends, and now it’s your turn to drop the baby off at daycare. You forget. You continue to work. You park in your usual parking space. You get out. You go to your job. And then the unthinkable happens…</div>
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The <a href="https://injuryfacts.nsc.org/motor-vehicle/motor-vehicle-safety-issues/hotcars/" style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #a80000; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">National Safety Council</a> reports that each year, on average, 38 children under the age of 15 die from heatstroke after being left in a vehicle. Since 1998, almost every state has experienced at least one death, and in 2018, a record number of 52 children died after being left in a hot <span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: black; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">vehicle.</span></div>
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Over the past 20 years, between 1998 and 2018, 119 children in Texas and 792 children nationwide have died in vehicles as the result of heatstroke, according to statistics compiled by Jan Null, a Certified Consulting Meteorologist and Lecturer at the Department of Meteorology & Climate Science at San Jose State University, for the website <a href="https://www.noheatstroke.org/" style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #a80000; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">No Heat Stroke</a>.</div>
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The website provides statistical trends and patterns into the 792 deaths of children during that time period. Specifically, 54 percent of the children died as the result of caregivers simply forgetting about the children, and of those forgotten children 44 percent were on their way to childcare or preschool. In almost 19 percent of deaths, the children were knowingly left in a vehicle, and in 26 percent of deaths the children gained access to unattended vehicles.</div>
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Currently, 19 states including Texas make it a criminal offense to leave a child unattended in a vehicle. A person can face serious felony charges if a child suffers injury or death as a result of such an act.</div>
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Were you arrested for leaving a child unattended in a vehicle in Harris County, Texas? Before talking with the authorities, contact the attorneys at James G. Sullivan & Associates.</div>
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Houston criminal defense attorney James Sullivan defends clients charged with crimes involving children in Cypress, Katy, Spring, Sugar Land, Humble, Pasadena, Conroe, The Woodlands, Richmond and many other cities in and around Greater Houston. Call us at <span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: maroon; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">(281) 546-6428</span></span> for a free confidential consultation with an experienced attorney.</div>
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At James G. Sullivan and Associates the attorneys understand that mistakes happen. We are dedicated to defending our clients and providing the best possible result. Getting your criminal charge dismissed or reduced may be possible. Contact us for a free consultation. An experienced trial lawyer will talk with you about your charges, the potential consequences, and any defense theories that may apply. James G. Sullivan and Associates represents clients in Harris, Fort Bend and Montgomery counties.</div>
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Texas Penal Code Section 22.10 defines the crime of leaving a child unattended in a vehicle. According to this law, to find someone guilty of this crime the prosecutor must prove beyond a reasonable doubt the following elements:</div>
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<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">A person leaves a child in a motor vehicle for more than five minutes;</li>
<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">the person does so intentionally and knowingly;</li>
<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">the person knows that the child is younger than seven years of age; and</li>
<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">the person knows that the child is not under the supervision of another person in the vehicle who is at least 14 years old.</li>
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Leaving a child in a hot car can lead to additional charges of child endangerment or worse. According to the <a href="https://www.nhtsa.gov/campaign/child-safety" style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #a80000; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">NHTSA</a>, it’s important for parents, caregivers, or even bystanders to understand that children are more vulnerable to heatstroke than adults. The body temperature of a child rises three to five times faster than that of an adult. When left in a hot vehicle, a child’s temperature can rise quickly and could lead to death. Heatstroke begins when the core body temperature reaches about 104 degrees. A core body temperature of about 107 degrees is lethal. In 2018, 52 children died of vehicular heatstroke.</div>
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Leaving a child in a vehicle is a class C misdemeanor. If found guilty of this charge, you could be fined up to $500. Class C misdemeanors do not include the possibility of jail time as punishment.</div>
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Parents face felony charges if the child suffers injury or death from being left in a vehicle.</div>
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If you leave a child in a car for a long period of time, you could be charged with Abandoning or Endangering a Child under Texas Penal Code Section 22.041. Under this statute, “abandon” means “to leave a child in any place without providing reasonable and necessary care for the child, under circumstances under which no reasonable, similarly situated adult would leave a child of that age and ability.”</div>
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If you intentionally abandon a child younger than 15 years of age under circumstances where the child is exposed to an unreasonable risk of harm, you could be charged with a state jail felony punishable by a term of incarceration between 180 days and two years and/or a fine up to $10,000.</div>
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If a child suffers injuries, you may be charged with Injury to a Child under Texas Penal Code Section 22.04. Under this statute, it is a state jail felony if you recklessly cause bodily injury to a child or cause serious bodily injury, serious mental deficiency, impairment, or injury, or bodily injury as the result of criminal negligence.</div>
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If you abandon the child without intending to return for the child, you could be charged with a third degree felony punishable by up to 10 years in prison and/or a fine of up to $10,000.</div>
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If you intentionally or knowingly cause bodily injury to a child, you could be charged with a third degree felony. If you recklessly cause serious bodily injury or serious mental deficiency, impairment, or injury to a child, you could be charged with a second degree felony punishable by up to 20 years in prison and/or a fine of up to $10,000. If you intentionally or knowingly cause serious bodily injury or serious mental deficiency, impairment, or injury to a child, you could be charged with a first degree felony punishable by up to 99 years or life in prison and/or a fine of up to $10,000.</div>
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If the child dies while left alone in the vehicle, you could be charged with criminally negligent homicide under Texas Penal Code Section 19.05.</div>
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If you were arrested for leaving a child in a vehicle in southeast Texas, it is in your best interest to retain experienced legal counsel. James G. Sullivan & Associates represent individuals throughout Harris County, Montgomery County and Fort Bend County.</div>
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James Sullivan graduated from Gerry Spence’s Trial Lawyers College, the most selective and prestigious trial advocacy program in America. Sullivan has a proven record of defending people from all walks of life, faiths and countries in courts throughout Texas.</div>
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James Sullivan is an experienced criminal defense trial lawyer in Houston who understands that many people accused of this crime simply had a lapse in judgment and no criminal intent. Sullivan will fight for the best result. Call us at <span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: maroon; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">(281) 546-6428</span></span> for a free confidential consultation and evaluation of your case with an experienced attorney.</div>
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Shoplifting is a serious crime. Many teens and young adults may think that shoplifting is a small matter, but shoplifting is a theft crime and a theft conviction can have serious and lifelong consequences. It only takes one brief, impulsive and poor decision to shoplift to ruin your future. In addition to the embarrassment and possible stigma of a theft conviction, other consequences could include:</div>
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<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Cannot Get a Job</span>. Most employers will not hire you if you have a theft conviction on your record. If you lie on your job application to obtain employment, you will be fired a short time later. Criminal records can easily be checked by employers online at the website of the Harris County District Clerk. When there is already widespread unemployment due to a slow economy, a theft conviction could make you unemployable.</li>
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According to Texas Penal Code §31.03, a person can be charged with retail theft or shoplifting if he intentionally and unlawfully takes property from a store, retailer or merchant, with the intent to deprive the store or retailer of the property without their consent.</div>
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Retail theft penalties vary depending on the value of the property stolen, whether the alleged offender has previous convictions, the kind of property stolen and how the alleged offender committed the act. The basic statutory penalties for shoplifting offenses are as follows:</div>
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<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">If the value of the property stolen is less than $100, a class C misdemeanor is punishable by a fine up to $500.</li>
<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">If the value of the property stolen is $100 or more but less than $750, a person charged with theft can be convicted of a Class B misdemeanor, which is punishable by a fine not to exceed $2,000, a jail sentence of up to 180 days, or both.</li>
<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">If the value of the property stolen is $750 or more but less than $2,500, a person charged with theft can be convicted of a Class A misdemeanor, which is punishable by a fine not to exceed $4,000, a jail sentence of up to one year, or both.</li>
<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">If the value of the property stolen is $2,500 or more but less than $30,000, a person charged with theft can be convicted of a state jail felony, which is punishable by a state jail sentence ranging from 180 days to two years and a fine of up to $10,000.</li>
<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">If the value of the property stolen is $30,000 or more but less than $150,000, a person charged with theft can be convicted of a felony of the third degree, which is punishable by a prison sentence ranging from 2 to 10 years and a fine of up to $10,000.</li>
<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">If the value of the property stolen is $150,000 or more but less than $300,000, a person charged with theft can be convicted of a felony of the second degree, which is punishable by a prison sentence ranging from 2 to 20 years and a fine of up to $10,000.</li>
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At the Law Office of James Sullivan & Associates, we know what is at risk when our clients face shoplifting charges. Our job is to fight for your rights, freedom and future. Attorney James Sullivan has been fighting misdemeanor and felony charges at trial since 1994, and we will use our extensive experience to get you the best possible result.</div>
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Since 1994, James Sullivan has worked to get hundreds of serious criminal and juvenile cases dismissed, including many shoplifting cases.</div>
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James Sullivan graduated from Baylor University in 1990 with a degree in Journalism, the ideal degree for investigating, discovering and telling winning stories in court. In 1993, Sullivan graduated from South Texas College of Law, which is nationally recognized as the top law school for trial advocacy.</div>
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James Sullivan later graduated from Gerry Spence’s Trial Lawyers College in Wyoming. Founded in 1994, it is the most selective and prestigious trial advocacy program in America. The methods taught at TLC are not taught anywhere else. The 1,150 graduates form an extremely unique community of the most accomplished trial lawyers in the United States.</div>
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Contact James Sullivan & Associates for a free initial consultation at <span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: maroon; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><b style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">(281) 546-6428</b></span> about your theft charges in Harris County, and Fort Bend County.</div><div style="background: 0px 0px rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><br /></div><div style="background: 0px 0px rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Calibri;">Our law firm defends clients charged with crimes in district courts and county criminal courts, including domestic violence (assault of a family member), drug possession or drug delivery, violent crimes, and juvenile delinquency.</span></span></div>
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If you have been charged with burglary of a habitation, take immediate action and call an attorney. Even if you are being investigated by the police and charges have not yet been filed, you should not wait. An experienced Houston, Texas criminal attorney may be able to fight and win your case at the grand jury level. If that happens, you would have the immediate right to get the criminal records expunged.</div>
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If you wait until you are arrested, this option may no longer be available. Also, burglary cases are complex and punishment is severe. The court could impose huge fines. You could lose your freedom. You need the counseling, guidance and defense of an experienced Houston criminal trial lawyer to fight for the best result.</div>
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At the Law Office of James Sullivan & Associates, we know what is at stake when our clients face serious felony charges. Our job is to fight for your rights, freedom and future. We have experience fighting burglary cases at the grand jury level and at jury trial.</div>
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Contact James Sullivan & Associates for a free initial consultation at <span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: maroon; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">(281) 546-6428</span></span> about your burglary charges.</div>
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Texas law defines burglary under Texas Penal Code §30.02 as unlawful entry into (or remaining concealed within) a home, business or any type of enclosed structure with the intent to commit a felony, theft or an assault. Although most burglary cases involve theft, the act itself is not limited to theft. For example, if a person breaks into an apartment in order to attack someone, that person would be charged with burglary of a habitation.</div>
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Burglary of a habitation is a second degree felony. You could be sentenced to 2 to 20 years in prison. The burglary is enhanced to a first degree felony with imprisonment up to 99 years or life if you entered the habitation with the intent to commit or actual commission of a felony other than felony theft (for example, aggravated assault or sexual assault). In addition, you could be fined $10,000.</div>
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Richmond Criminal Attorney James Sullivan has been fighting the State on felony criminal cases since 1994 and gets proven results. With an available team of experienced investigators and experts, Sullivan prepares a strong defense and fights to get you the best result. Depending on the facts and circumstances of your case, that could include reduced charges, dismissal or acquittal at trial.</div>
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James Sullivan graduated from Baylor University in 1990 with a degree in Journalism, the ideal degree for investigating, discovering and telling winning stories in court. In 1993, Sullivan graduated from South Texas College of Law, which is nationally recognized as the top law school for trial advocacy.</div>
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James Sullivan later graduated from Gerry Spence’s Trial Lawyers College in Wyoming. Founded in 1994, it is the most selective and prestigious trial advocacy program in America. The methods taught at TLC are not taught anywhere else. The 1,150 graduates form an extremely unique community of the most accomplished trial lawyers in the United States.</div>
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Contact James Sullivan & Associates for a free initial consultation at <span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: maroon; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><b style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">(281) 546-6428</b></span> about your burglary charges in Harris Count and Fort Bend County.</div>
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The Texas legal system has laws in place to prohibit individuals from engaging in public acts that could be offensive or disturbing to others. Specifically, these laws apply to individuals who are involved in sexually explicit conduct.</div>
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If an individual violates these laws, he or she can be arrested and charged with public lewdness.</div>
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Contact the law offices of James G. Sullivan and Associates today for a free consultation if you are charged with public lewdness in Harris County, Fort Bend County, or Montgomery County. James Sullivan is an accomplished criminal defense lawyer in Northwest Houston and has successfully defended many clients accused of public lewdness.</div>
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Contact the law offices of James G. Sullivan and Associates at <span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: maroon; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">(281) 546-6428</span></span> for a free consultation concerning your public lewdness charge in southeast Texas.</div>
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According to Texas Penal Code § 21.07, an individual can be charged with public lewdness if he or she knowingly engages in any of the following acts in a public place:</div>
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If an individual knowingly engages in any of these acts in a nonpublic place and is reckless about whether another is present who will be offended or alarmed by his or her actions, he or she can be arrested and charged with public lewdness.</div>
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<span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #ff9900; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Definitions of Terms related to Public Lewdness in Texas</span></span></div>
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According to Texas Penal Code § 21.01, the follow terms relating to sexual conduct are defined as:</div>
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<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">“Deviate sexual intercourse” means any contact between the genitals of one person with the mouth or anus of another person, or the penetration of the genitals or anus of another person with an object.</li>
<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">“Sexual contact” means any touching of the anus, breast, or genitals of another person with intent to arouse or gratify the sexual desire of any person.</li>
<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">“Sexual intercourse” means any penetration of the female sex organ by the male sex organ.</li>
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Public lewdness is charged as a Class A misdemeanor. According to Texas Penal Code § 12.21, if convicted of this offense, an individual can be punished by</div>
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<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">confinement in jail for up to a year,</li>
<li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">or both such fine and confinement.</li>
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James Sullivan graduated from Gerry Spence’s Trial Lawyers College, the most selective and prestigious trial advocacy program in America. Sullivan has a proven record of defending people from all walks of life, faiths and countries in courts throughout Texas.</div>
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If you have been charged with Public Lewdness in Harris County or Fort Bend County, contact the law offices of James G. Sullivan and Associates at <span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: maroon; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">(281) 546-6428</span></span>. The attorneys at the firm each have 30 years or more of criminal defense trial experience. They will make every effort to fight the charges against you.</div><div style="background: 0px 0px rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><br /></div><div style="background: 0px 0px rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Calibri;">Our law firm defends clients charged with crimes in district courts and county criminal courts, including domestic violence (assault of a family member), drug possession or drug delivery, violent crimes, and juvenile delinquency.</span></span></div>
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Texas criminal law and its application to the facts and circumstances of each case may seem straightforward, but the elected district attorney of each county may have their own special programs or considerations. If you are arrested it can be stressful and time-consuming to navigate these different legal systems, so contact an experienced Houston criminal defense attorney to represent you.</div>
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The legal team at James G. Sullivan and Associates has over 50 years of experience in Texas criminal law. If you are a tourist or out-of-state visitor charged with a criminal offense in the Greater Houston area including Harris County or Fort Bend County, call James G. Sullivan and Associates today at <span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: maroon; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">(281) 546-6428</span></span> for a free consultation.</div>
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We will work to get you the best result in your criminal case so you can get back to enjoying life in your own state or country.</div>
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<span style="color: #ff9900; font-weight: 700;">Common Out-of-State Visitor Crimes in Harris County</span></div>
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Most out-of-state visitor crimes in Harris County are related to entertainment. When traveling in the United States, it is important to remember that every state has different laws and you are expected to follow the laws in the jurisdiction you are visiting. The following crimes are commonly committed by out-of-state visitors in Houston—</div>
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If you are an out-of-state or international visitor and have been charged with a criminal offense in Harris County or Fort Bend County, contact lawyers you can trust and who know well the local legal systems. Call <a href="http://www.ahoustoncriminalattorney.com/" style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #a80000; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline;">James G. Sullivan and Associates</a> today at <span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: maroon; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">(281) 546-6428</span></span> for a free consultation.</div><div style="background: 0px 0px rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><br /></div><div style="background: 0px 0px rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Calibri; font-size: medium; text-align: left;">Our law firm defends clients charged with crimes in district courts and county criminal courts, including domestic violence (assault of a family member), drug possession or drug delivery, violent crimes, and juvenile delinquency.</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Calibri; line-height: 18.4px;"><span style="color: orange;">Harris County Invasive Visual Recording Defense</span><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri; line-height: 18.4px;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://g.co/kgs/TDi1JH" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="766" data-original-width="1024" height="197" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6cR14PadmfTpnOcLlvkvBrUcOYN0nGGR5KZUstc0M2ArtllkeShhDtCflTL7xACoostsLTyBD0mJ1airJ46fd-oxyM3HHEFto9xS_-tW7lPl3-gOSnFVC0_goRDazQZZK_TMjjvWXVOro/w263-h197/Harris+County+Criminal+Courthouse.jpg" width="263" /></a></div>In June 2015, the Texas Legislature enacted the new penal code statute of Invasive Visual Recording to replace the previous statute of Improper Photography which in 2014 the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals in the case of Ex Parte Thompson struck down as an unconstitutional violation of the First Amendment the portions of the former statute that criminalized photographing someone not in a private area, without that person’s consent, and with the intent to arouse or gratify any person’s sexual desire. In response, the Legislature made changes and retitled the “up skirt/down blouse” offense to Invasive Visual Recording.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri; line-height: 18.4px;">If you were arrested in southeast Texas for allegedly videotaping or taking photographs of another person without his or her consent, it is important to retain experienced legal counsel as soon as possible. The attorneys with James G. Sullivan & Associates fight for clients all over the Greater Houston area.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri; line-height: 18.4px;">James Sullivan is an experienced criminal defense attorney who represents clients accused of sex crimes in Houston, Spring, Cypress, Katy, Pasadena, Richmond, and Sugar Land. Call <b><span style="color: #990000;">(281) 546-6428</span></b> for a thorough and honest evaluation of your case.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri; line-height: 18.4px;">According to Texas Penal Code § 21.15(b), a person can be charged with invasive visual recording under if the person, without the other person's consent and with intent to invade the privacy of the other person, does any of the following:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri; line-height: 18.4px;">According to this statute, “intimate area” means the naked or clothed genitals, pubic area, anus, buttocks, or female breast of a person; “female breast” means any portion of the female breast below the top of the areola; and, “changing room” means a room or portioned area provided for or primarily used for the changing of clothing and includes dressing rooms, locker rooms, and swimwear changing areas.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri; line-height: 18.4px;">According to Texas Penal Code § 43.21(a)(5), “promote” means to manufacture, issue, sell, give, provide, lend, mail, deliver, transfer, transmit, publish, distribute, circulate, disseminate, present, exhibit, or advertise, or to offer or agree to do the same.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri; line-height: 18.4px;">Invasive visual recording is a <b>state jail felony</b> punishable by:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri; line-height: 18.4px;">If you were arrested for alleged invasive visual recording in southeast Texas, it is extremely important to retain legal counsel. The defense attorneys at James G. Sullivan and Associates defend individuals all over the greater Houston area, including Harris County or Fort Bend County.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri; line-height: 18.4px;">Harris County criminal defense attorney James Sullivan will work to help you receive the most favorable outcome to your case. Call <b><span style="color: #990000;">(281) 546-6428</span></b> for a free confidential consultation to review your case and discuss your legal options.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Any conviction, even those that result in nothing more than time served in jail and a small fine, can result in painful and unforeseen life-long consequences. Certain crimes can lead to a college student being expelled or denied the opportunity to be licensed in their chosen profession. For any student currently enrolled in college that is charged with a crime, it is vital to have reputable legal representation ready to fight for the best possible result that protects their academic and future professional career.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">If you are currently enrolled in a college or university in or around the Greater Houston area, it is important that you hire experienced legal counsel with the knowledge and skill necessary to preserve your future. The lawyers of James G. Sullivan & Associates have a proven record of helping their clients to stay in college and on path to graduate. The lawyers defend students from a wide range of colleges—from two-year community colleges to state and private universities, including medical school and law school.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">With our office in northwest Houston, our legal team provides quality legal services to clients throughout the Greater Houston area. Call James G. Sullivan & Associates at <b><span style="color: #990000;">(281) 546-6428</span></b> for a free consultation.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: orange; font-family: inherit;">Common Arrests for College Students in Southeast Texas<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Any person can be arrested for alleged violations of state laws. Some of the crimes for which college students frequently face criminal charges include:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The attorneys of James G. Sullivan & Associates represent students from all the institutions of higher learning in and around the Greater Houston area, including:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: orange; font-family: inherit;">Find an Attorney for College Student Arrests in Houston, Texas<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">When a college student is accused of a crime, hiring an experience defense attorney may mean the difference between being able to remain in school and being expelled.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The dedicated Houston criminal lawyers at James G. Sullivan & Associates have the experience, knowledge and resources to help protect the future of you or a loved one. Contact them today at <b><span style="color: #990000;">(281) 546-6428</span></b> for a free confidential consultation.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #666666; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; text-align: left;">Our law firm defends clients charged with crimes in district courts and county criminal courts, including domestic violence (assault of a family member), drug possession or drug delivery, violent crimes, and juvenile delinquency.</span></span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-size: 14px; text-align: center;"><a href="https://g.co/kgs/TDi1JH" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="766" data-original-width="1024" height="183" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyYjH_DAcy0WSEPo8FrbmYFXKvmaPNpm4FJq_ZZuw9F6daNSt_1rTuJ71w5e7WJzj0vgypf2oG9eXS45iH7JYSz4_maiDGjJBZdM9_8gjINDLVWJAiruKPzxlHW4UEg2KodVocIHkRfAqM/w245-h183/Harris+County+Criminal+Courthouse.jpg" width="245" /></a></div>I was recently charged with a felony that I didn’t know existed, Injury to a child under the age of 15. I spanked my 14 yr. old daughter with a belt after she stole one of my vehicles for the second time. I am a registered nurse and single mother of two girls. For me this was an all or nothing situation. Being a nurse I cannot have a conviction on my record and I couldn’t take a plea bargain to a lesser charge. My livelihood and family’s future were on the line. I needed a lawyer I could trust and who is known for getting the job done.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I contacted James Sullivan who took the time on the first initial call to talk to me over 45min explaining the charge and answering every question I had. He accepted my case and in less than 2 days I had to appear in court. Mr. Sullivan guided me every step of the way, through a very emotional time in my life.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">My case was won when it was dismissed by the grand jury with a “No Bill”. I read another review referring to James Sullivan as the King of No Bills and I can testify he is. Mr. Sullivan is passionate about what he does and understands the importance of his clients’ needs. My gratitude cannot be expressed enough through this review. If you are looking to hire a lawyer, stop and look no further you have found the best man for the job. Thank you, Jim Sullivan for the flawless victory over my case and saving my future.</span></em></div>
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~Lashonda Edwards</span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Jim Sullivan is a lawyer that cares. He is willing to put himself and his career on the line for justice and he works hard for what is right. Last year, he represented me in a case in which I was wrongly charged with Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon (a very serious felony).</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Jim Sullivan was able to prove in trial to a jury that I acted in self-defense. Jim spent several months and countless hours on my case. Most lawyers never go to trial. Even though the State offered me deferred adjudication probation, Mr. Sullivan advised me not to take it and to insist on a jury trial.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">During trial, the State was clearly frustrated by Mr. Sullivan’s skillful ability in cross-examining the State’s witnesses and portraying what the case was really about–that I had the right to use a gun to defend myself against what I reasonably believed to be two men trying to rob me in a dark parking lot outside a club.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">By the close of evidence, the State felt so bad about their case that they strongly argued that the jury should have the right to find me guilty of a misdemeanor assault, but it didn’t matter. The jury reached the right verdict and found me not guilty.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">The false accusations were then expunged and my record was once again clean. My family and I were very fortunate and blessed to have such a good attorney on our side and we now consider him a good friend. I served in the military for 10 years, including a combat tour in Iraq. To fellow Veterans: Mr. Sullivan is a true patriot and definitely the attorney you want serving beside you.</span></em></div>
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~Army Vet</span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I am very grateful to Attorney Sullivan for his work on my case. He is very professional and I have the utmost respect for him. He helped me in a time of need and he worked diligently on my case. When I was struggling, he was understanding and compassionate to what I was going through. Any time I called he was quick to return my calls and answer any questions that I had. I am so grateful to have him as my lawyer. His fees are reasonable, his results superb. I highly recommend Mr. James Sullivan. He went above and beyond to help me through this rough time in my life.</span></em></div>
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~Army Vet</span></div>
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~Brooke Dressen</span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">My wife and I attended the rodeo this past February with a couple who are close friends of ours. Needless to say, we drank a little more than usual and took an Uber back to my house. As the night progressed on, my buddy and I got into an altercation that ended up with me making a drunken mistake and striking him in the face with my fist. Law enforcement was called to my house and I ended up being arrested for assault with bodily injury. I am a first responder, and needless to say, that kind of mark on my record would have ended my 20 yr career. When I returned home the next day, I immediately began my research to find a good attorney with a stellar background and who was also financially feasible. After hours of research, it was without question that Jim Sullivan was the man for the job.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I truly can’t say enough about this man. From the initial meeting where I shared my story to the day we were in court, Mr. Sullivan was compassionate, steadfast, and resilient to my needs and getting the case dismissed. His interaction with the district attorney was genuine while being dedicated to the mission of having these charges dropped. In the end, Mr. Sullivan fought for me, my family , and my career with an outcome better than I had imagined. The charges were dismissed. I can now continue my life in a career I am very passionate about and it is all thanks to Mr. Sullivan. Thank you, sir. You are truly the best.</span></em></div>
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~Robert C.</span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Hiring James Sullivan was the best decision we could have made in a very bad situation. Our 16 year old son was charged as a juvenile with aggravated sexual assault of a child and because of the age difference between him and the victim, the prosecutor was intent on a determinate sentence which would have labeled our son as a sex offender and felon for life. Our son may have had to register as a sex offender until age 28 and could never get his record sealed. Mr. Sullivan worked diligently to work out an informal agreement between our son and the county prosecutor that would allow our son to complete a sex offender therapy program and demonstrate rehabilitation. As we live in a different county from the one where the incident occurred, this was a very unusual situation. Mr. Sullivan even found a very qualified therapist in our area as we could not use the county’s providers due to the distance.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">However, part of the informal agreement was that our son submit to polygraph tests. Although he had admitted to everything there was to admit in disclosing his sexual history, he could not pass a polygraph. This would have negated the agreement and once again our son would be facing a determinate sentence. Mr. Sullivan asked if our son had ever been treated for a mental health disorder. When he was younger, our son had been treated for an anxiety disorder. Based on his intuition and observation, Mr. Sullivan suggested that our son exhibited characteristics of Asperger’s Syndrome, a type of high-functioning autism, and that could explain his inability to pass a polygraph. We were a little skeptical at first, but had him tested, and our son was indeed diagnosed with Asperger’s, a part of the Autism Spectrum Disorder.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Despite proof of the diagnosis, the county prosecutor continued to insist on moving forward to negate the agreement and have my son receive a determinate sentence. Over a two month period, Mr. Sullivan pressured the county prosecutor to back off and allow my son to finish the informal agreement. Mr. Sullivan even had a reputable civil rights attorney waiting by to file a discrimination suit based on my son’s disability. Finally, the county prosecutor relented and agreed to an indeterminate sentence probation and to transfer it to our own county. Our son will not have to undergo any more polygraph testing, will have the opportunity to complete his program and eventually to have his records sealed.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Throughout the process, Mr. Sullivan was thorough, compassionate and respectful. He was a rock for our family in a very turbulent time and we could not have asked for a better outcome.</span></em></div>
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~Johnny Doe</span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Atty. James Sullivan addressed my case and overall situation with an impressive amount of humanity and sympathy. This was quickly made apparent as our first conversations concerned the root cause of the behavior that led to my arrest more than the technical legal aspects of its consequences. Atty. Sullivan made the effort to understand me and where I came from in order to address the underlying behavioral issue. That is, to ensure not only the resolution of the legal problem at hand but also the prevention of further complications with the law. At that time, my situation was further complicated because I had a similar case pending in FL relating to my addiction. Atty. Sullivan even went as far as to search for addiction support groups in my area and suggest a few, and his generosity moved me to begin attending meetings close by. They’ve helped me tremendously.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Atty. Sullivan was able to obtain an arrangement at the first court setting that resulted in a case dismissal at the second court setting after I showed concrete evidence that I was seeking help for my addiction. A better outcome could not be desired. I was given the chance to get my life on track. I have stayed sober ever since and am now returning to work as a professional in my field. Atty. Sullivan also charges very reasonable fees. For all that he did for me I owe thanks to Atty. Sullivan.</span></em></div>
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~Javier GA</span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Being arrested for the first time, I wasn’t sure who to turn to for help. Long story short, I did something that I shouldn’t have, spanked my daughter with an umbrella. I was under a lot of stress and it didn’t help that her behavior was drastically changing for the worst. The next day I was questioned by the police. I waived my rights and told the police of the incident. Consequently, I was charged with a felony, Injury to a child.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I was new to Houston and I had no family or close friends. Not knowing any better I first hired the worst attorney in Houston. It was the worst experience EVER. I found him online and now wish I had first read his reviews. The first meeting went well. He said that he had worked with the prosecutor, he knew the judge personally and that he has dealt with similar cases recently. I paid him the full retainer fee. I felt that I was in good hands until we spoke the next day. His tone, demeanor and attitude had changed. I believe his intentions were to have me indicted then charge me thousands of dollars to attempt to get me probation. He didn’t even consider presenting a defense to the Grand Jury. I felt frustrated, hopeless and stuck.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">After speaking to my husband we decided to hire another lawyer. After doing hours of research we agreed to speak to attorney Jim Sullivan, and boy we are glad we did! He was very knowledgeable, straightforward and caring. He offers free consultations and his charges are reasonable. Our first 2 conversations lasted about 30-45 mins. I explained everything that happened in detail, he helped me understand the law and spoke about his previous cases. I felt a sense of relief when we ended our conversations. Unlike the previous attorney we had hired, Mr. Sullivan knew what he was doing. Mr. Sullivan told us he would first fight the case at the Grand Jury and would need to prepare a defense packet. He explained the process and told me exactly what he needed. Two weeks after turning in the packet, the Grand Jury dismissed my case!!!!!!!</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">There are MANY things that I liked about Mr. Sullivan. He is the person who picks up when you call (not a receptionist). He is flexible. He accepts payments plans. He is honest. He responds to calls/text within hours. He listens without interrupting. He works outside regular business hours (weekends, after 6pm). He treats you like you are his priority and he is very caring. The only thing that I didn’t like about this experience was the fact that I didn’t find him sooner. I would definitely recommend Mr. Sullivan to family and friends.</span></em></div>
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~Abigail S.</span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Jim Sullivan is honest and hard-working. He loves the law and knows it well. Every interaction I have had with him has been positive and I will continue to use Jim as my legal representation in the future. All communication was timely, professional and directly from him. Jim promptly responded to questions via phone or email. Fees for services were reasonable and he was able to get court fees reduced significantly. Jim was able to take on my case and prepare with just 3 days notification. I felt confident by his side and he accomplished everything he set out to do in regards to helping me. Jim took the time to get to know me and listen to what was important to me. I will not hesitate to refer friends or family to Jim Sullivan, knowing they too will be in capable hands.</span></em></div>
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~Mike Callahan</span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Mr. Jim Sullivan is a great lawyer. There are many reasons to say he is good at what he does. Mr. Sullivan not only helps you get the best result in your case but he also cares for you and your future. He will help you with your case and even so when the case is done he will still be there to help you get on the right path.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">In my experience it was a juvenile case with a felony charge. Me and my mother were very worried and didn’t know what to expect. My younger brother is a 15 year old and was charged with evading by motor vehicle. Some friends took him for a ride and then asked him to drive. He ended up in a high speed chase from the cops and crashed a car that he didn’t know was stolen. My brother had a court-appointed lawyer, had been to 2 detention hearings and was not released to us. Therefore we decided to look for a lawyer and that’s when we came across Mr. Sullivan. We were very nervous, didn’t know if we had made the right choice, but once we spoke to Mr. Sullivan we knew God had put him in our path. His goal was not only to get my brother out but to help him with his future. We felt like he was with us all the way. He visited my brother at the detention center before his court date. He showed us he was determined and took his job seriously. We are so grateful to him. My brother is now home doing much better.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">In less than two weeks Mr. Sullivan got my brother a court date, got him released and most importantly got him a 6 month deferred probation so he can later get his record sealed. Mr. Sullivan really is the best. No other lawyer could have done better in our situation. He led us to the best case scenario we could have hoped for and again I am so grateful for his success and our decision to hire him. We highly recommend Mr. Jim Sullivan, not only does he do juvenile but he also does adult criminal cases. We have told our whole family about him. He is the best choice to call in a tough situation and his fees are very reasonable and affordable. I thank him so much. Mr. Sullivan won’t be forgotten.</span></em></div>
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~Katherine Arreaga</span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Mr. Sullivan got my Aggravated Assault of a Family Member with a firearm reduced to a misdemeanor. Thanks, Jim…</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I recommend Mr. Sullivan 100% to anyone trying to get the best result in their felony case. I was very impressed with his professionalism and care. He was never late to any of my court settings and he gave me good advice on what to do to help my case. He soon became more than a lawyer and more like a friend by being there for me on my struggles with my case and life.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I was charged with aggravated assault of a family member with a firearm. My case was a really bad one, but Mr. Sullivan was able to get the best result possible. I expected to get 15 years or more in prison, but at the end of everything he worked out a deal for a misdemeanor where I only spent four months in Harris County jail. This was a slap on the hand compared to what I expected.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Mr. Sullivan was very diligent in his work and knew what he was doing at all times. He even speaks really good Spanish and was able to communicate with my sister since she doesn’t speak English well. I recommend Mr. Sullivan to anyone looking for a professional, responsible, caring, smart, and effective lawyer. He really cares for his clients and that’s something that is hard to find nowadays. He even helped me with a great payment plan. He is worth way more than what he asked me for and I am greatly appreciative for his work, professionalism, and friendship. He is a very smart person and he is always giving advice for life betterment. I really admire him and don’t have anything negative to say. He is so humble and a great person to be around. He knows the law like the palms of his hands and even on the first day he prognosticated what the prosecutor’s offer was going to be (15 years TDC) and what he was going to get it down to (1 year HCJ) and he did it even though I thought it was impossible. Thank God for people like him, thanks to him I’m done with all my problems now and I’m thankful to him for everything he did, thank you Mr. Sullivan.</span></em></div>
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M. Delagarza</span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">From start to finish it was an amazing experience with Jim Sullivan. He took care of me and my family like we were his own. He was always prompt with any action needed in my case. I was wrongfully accused of aggravated assault of a family member and Jim worked hard to get my case dismissed.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">My wife suffers from anxiety and the meds she took made her susceptible to negative influence. After hurricane Harvey we made the mistake of letting one of her sisters and her children stay with us. If I had known she was a homewrecker and had already destroyed several other marriages, I never would have allowed it. Like they say, no good deed goes unpunished.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I learned later that my wife and her siblings were all traumatized as children when their drunken father threatened to shoot them if they called the police after he had abused their mother. All of the kids grew up with nightmares of that event. It affected them differently and each one dealt with or didn’t deal with it differently. My wife had recently begun having recurring nightmares of it.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">It wasn’t long after my wife’s sister moved in that she began to cause problems in my own marriage. I asked her to leave, but my wife wouldn’t allow it for the sake of her kids, so I briefly left the house. Before I got back, my wife texted me not to return, and so I stayed away. What I didn’t know was that soon after that my wife had shared the nightmare with her sister, and her sister took advantage of her weak state and convinced her that the nightmare was real and that it was I that I had threatened her with a gun, not her father. Her sister had the police called out and they told this false story.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I didn’t know this until I found out there was a warrant out for my arrest several days later. I also found out that my wife had taken over my cell phone account and had my phone shut off, and so I didn’t know that the police were trying to reach me to get my side of the story. I was forced to borrow money to hire a lawyer and then pay for a bond. Because of the false charges, my business almost went under and I was in dire straits for a long time.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Jim Sullivan spent many months fighting my case. He was always in court on time with all the documentation needed during the case. He became more like a friend then an attorney because he had my back. Early on, my wife’s ex-husband and her sister even lied to the DA to try to get my bond revoked, but because of Jim’s great relationship with the court he kept that from happening. The judges trust him. He’s a good man and a great attorney. I feel very blessed to of had him in my corner. If it wasn’t for him I don’t think this case would’ve been dismissed. I really appreciate everything he’s done for me and my family and he will be my attorney for as long as he is practicing law. Thank you for everything you’ve done for us Jim, I don’t know where I’d be without you brother.</span></em></div>
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~Jeremy Bryan</span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Jim Sullivan is a great lawyer. He saved me from a lifetime of sex offender registration. Before I hired him, another lawyer told me I might get probation but I’d still have to register. My life would’ve been over if that happened. I couldn’t get a job. I couldn’t support my family. Only Mr. Sullivan had the confidence that he could beat my case.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I had met this girl on Facebook. The girl said she was 18 and had a child of her own. I was 24. We dated during the summer and then she said I got her pregnant. When her mama found out, she called the police. That’s when I learned that the girl was only 16 at the time. I got charged with Sexual Assault of a Child and was looking at doing 2 to 20 years in prison.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">The lawyer I first spoke to said I committed statutory rape and that there was no defense. He wanted to charge a large fee just to try and get me probation. I then spoke with Mr. Sullivan. He assured me that I had a good chance of getting the case no billed or dismissed by the grand jury and then getting my arrest records expunged. At first I didn’t know what he was talking about it because I had never heard of a grand jury before, so he explained it to me how he was going to do it. Mr. Sullivan told me he had gotten other sex cases dismissed the same way. He also charged less than the other lawyers.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I am so glad that I found Mr. Sullivan. He did what he said he was going to do. Within 3 months of being charged, he got my case no billed by the grand jury. I cannot thank him enough for what he did for me. He really saved my life. I recommend him to anyone who needs a criminal lawyer. In my mind, he is the best.</span></em></div>
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~Will O.</span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">In July 2017, my then 16 year old stepson was accused of a sex crime involving a young half-sister in a different county. CPS got involved and then law enforcement. Our son denied the allegations. CPS closed their file in August with no finding, but in February we received word that we had to appear in court the next week. We were shocked and unprepared.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">After searching online, we decided to hire James Sullivan as our son’s attorney. Sullivan is board certified in juvenile law and has defended more than 100 juveniles and adults charged with sex crimes. He understands the complexities of these cases. We met with him on Friday of that week which left him only one business day to prepare.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">My wife spoke with Mr. Sullivan over the phone and described our son’s family history. My wife divorced her first husband, the biological father, less than a year after our son was born. The biological father himself was sexually abused by his own father as a child. During custody visits, he was not allowed to leave our son in his father’s care unsupervised, but he did so anyway. Our son has no memory of being abused by his paternal grandfather, but he may have been.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">When we met with Mr. Sullivan, he explained the urgency in making a decision as our son was already 17. If we fought the case at trial and won the nightmare would be over, but if we lost the consequences would be a disaster for our son’s future. At a minimum, the DA’s office would seek a determinate sentence which would lead to a public record of an adult probation or even prison sentence that could never be sealed.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Mr. Sullivan would do whatever our son wanted, but he said he could probably persuade the DA to let our son have probation until age 18 and our son would have to finish the sex offender treatment program.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">After our son described what happened when he visited his half-sister and her outcry the next morning, Mr. Sullivan said the specific details, the immediate outcry and his family history made the allegations seem credible. He asked our son if he would be willing to take a polygraph test. As fortune would have it, he was able to schedule a polygraph that same afternoon.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Unfortunately, our son failed the polygraph and then came clean about what he did. We met back with Mr. Sullivan and our son said he wanted to try and get probation. We only had to go to court twice. Mr. Sullivan worked out a great deal with the DA. Our son will be on probation for less than 9 months and will have to finish the treatment program. If he does so, he will not have to register as a sex offender and will be able to get his record sealed.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Mr. Sullivan took a genuine, vested interest in our son as a person and a young man facing an incredible ordeal. We couldn’t have asked for any better representation nor do I think we would have gotten it. This wasn’t about a win in court, this was about making sure that the rest of my son’s life would not be defined by one terrible moment.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Mr. Sullivan is everything one needs a lawyer to be. His expertise is time and money well invested. If you or your family need representation, I highly recommend that you put your faith in Mr. Sullivan as my wife, son, and I did.</span></em></div>
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~Glen B.</span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I was accused of family violence which would impact my college education as well as my future career. Extremely scared and not knowing what to do, I quickly looked up multiple lawyers in the area. Having already called a few, I decided to call attorney James Sullivan to have another option. James, who goes by Jim, talked to me on the phone for well over an hour, giving me extremely level-headed legal advice based on his experience and previous cases. I decided to hire him over the other lawyers because Jim was genuinely concerned and wanted to help me. Jim was always there for me whenever I had questions whether it be on the phone or via email. In the end, Jim managed to help me reach a resolution to my case. I am extremely grateful for his work as well as him being there for not only me but also my family during a seemingly desolate situation. Thank you so much Jim, happy holidays and have a great new year.</span></em></div>
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~John Doe</span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">When I got in trouble with the law I was lost and didn’t know what to do. I was looking up attorneys online and after contacting countless lawyers I finally found Jim Sullivan. The moment I decided to go with him I knew I had made the right choice. He was upfront and honest about my case and how much time I could possibly face. From the jump Jim went out and collected all the evidence needed so that he could help me get the best deal on my case. A couple months after all my legal troubles started Jim had taken care of them and got my serious felony down to a misdemeanor with 4 weekends of community service, way better than the 25 years to life sentence I was facing. Jim is honest and cares. If you are looking for a good attorney I suggest this be the guy you hire.</span></em></div>
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~Marcus Morrissey</span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I want to express my sincere appreciation to Mr. Sullivan, for the care, consideration and respect he showed my family and son, he is truly an answer to our prayers. A few months ago, our 14 yr old son who is kind, funny, caring and who had never been in any trouble EVER, made a poor decision that resulted in him being arrested at school and sent to ALC for 30 days awaiting a court date. Our son heard of some other boys at his school going into the girls bathroom on a dare to see if they could get in and out without getting caught. Due to immaturity and curiosity our son decided he’d try it and was caught by a female student. He had his cell phone out and was accused of trying to film a girl in a stall, a serious invasion of her privacy. Our sons cell phone was taken away, searched and no recordings were found, however the officer scared our son into saying he was trying to film her. The parents of the girl pressed felony Invasive Recording charges against our son.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">This was a very scary and stressful time for our family, we felt like we were in a nightmare, we were frantic to help our son. Mr. Sullivan has a great reputation working with juveniles, so we met with him. He spent over 2 hours talking to us, getting to know us and our son, asking the why’s, when’s, and how’s of my son’s actions that day. I appreciated the personal stories he had to offer and love the fact that he is a strong Christian man.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I remember his advice to our son about having a strong “moral compass”, how every decision in life is a choice and that a moral compass would guide him to make the right decisions. Mr. Sullivan explained the wisdom of learning from mistakes and staying on the right path in life, and that the wrong path can easily become a “slippery slope” of one bad decision after another leading to painful consequences and a difficult life.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Mr. Sullivan is kind, understanding and non-judgmental and gave our son some powerful words. He calmed our fears by telling us we needed to take care of our son and ourselves and he’d be working hard to get us through this with the best possible outcome. My husband and I tried hard not to worry, but our son’s future was at stake. Mr. Sullivan made us feel confident and gave us wonderful words of wisdom to help us through.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Fast forward to our court date, our son had the real possibility of being convicted of a felony, which would have hurt our son’s life. Mr. Sullivan felt strongly that our son wasn’t a bad or deviant kid but a teenage boy who is immature, didn’t think his decision through and acted impulsively.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">As a parent of two great sons, I NEVER imagined that we would ever be dealing with anything like this. I want to thank Mr. Sullivan for not only defending our son in such a professional and kind manner but also how he put himself in our shoes by looking at our situation as if he were the teen in trouble and also the anxious parent! I truly believe this could have gone very bad, but thanks to this brilliant man our son has his future back!</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I am so glad that I met Attorney Jim Sullivan. He was very helpful and he calmed my nerves when I first met him.He spent over three hours talking to me and my father about ways to get my case resolved.He didn’t have to go this late but he took his time and explained everything thoroughly to me and explained step-by-step what needed to be done. Miss Nancy Botts, another lawyer that works with Jim, was also amazing and talked to me and my family about my case. She went out of her way to come and meet me because I was not allowed to stay with my family during the case. So she met with me and went over everything that happened and also met with my family and also wrote down what happened and took evidence of everything that went on. I was very nervous because I was facing a 1st degree felony of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon family violence. And that could’ve meant five years to life in prison. Never in my wildest dreams did I every imagine I would be in such a situation but fortunately Jim and Nancy saw the good in me and wanted to help me out.Because of their exhaustive and meticulous work my case was no billed by the grand jury in Fort Bend County. I appreciate everything Jim and Nancy have done and I will recommend them to anybody who inquires about criminal defense attorneys. Because of them I have my freedom and I will be able to continue to pursue my life’s goal in grad school.</span></em></div>
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~L.O.</span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I have had epilepsy since 2010. In July 2017 I had a seizure and while in a postictal state following the seizure I lit a gasoline fire on the garage’s concrete floor of a rental house. It was an irrational attempt to defend my wife from a former friend and tenant who was attacking her. During the attack, he accidentally knocked over a gas can that spilled gas. The fire stopped the attack but also spread to the gas can, which my wife immediately threw into the front yard and was extinguished by the police that arrived a few moments later. My wife had called the police a few minutes before because the former friend had threatened to get his gun. He is also a drug user and violent, but his father is a police officer. As a result, even though my wife’s parents witnessed what happened, I was the one arrested by the police and charged with arson after the fire marshal’s office got involved.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Attorney Jim Sullivan was highly recommended to me by an associate that works at a law firm in Houston. I gave Mr. Sullivan a call that day and spoke with his associate Nancy Botts, who took thorough notes on the case, and passed the word onto Jim who then returned my call within hours. We spoke about 45 minutes about my incident and what all took place. He agreed to accept my first degree felony case that day for a very reasonable amount of money. Shortly after that we all met in person for a few hours to discuss the entire story, my medical problem and the erratic behavior that took place. After asking my wife and her parents detailed questions about their observations that day and the next, he believed that my condition played a role in the event. He believed strongly from day one that the charges were wrong and unjust. Jim always represented himself to be confident in our ability to have my case dismissed from court, long before ever having to go to trial. Jim said that it is exceedingly rare for an epilepsy defense to work, but he was confident he could do it.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Hurricane Harvey caused a delay in my case due to the courthouse flooding. Jim Sullivan always represented me in timely, professional, and caring fashion. He spent immense amounts of time researching epilepsy, learning what it is, the various types of seizure, how it affects a person, along with tons of man hours putting together an incredible defense packet to present to the grand jury. He also asked my neurologist detailed questions about whether a simple partial seizure could explain my erratic behavior, my memory recall two hours later when I was questioned by the police and other pertinent details of the case. The neurologist agreed that a simple partial seizure was entirely plausible and possible, that my behavior would have been non-volitional and agreed to write a letter explaining why. Once the grand jury read over the lengthy defense packet, the week after Thanksgiving, my case was no billed.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Throughout this entire process, I had two brain surgeries and am now seizure free. Jim Sullivan and his practice were amazing and I would highly recommend him to friends, family, and everyone. Lord forbid if I am ever again in a situation that would involve his expertise, I will certainly call Jim Sullivan and seek his counsel before ever trying anyone else.</span></em></div>
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~Tyler Carmichal</span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">I highly recommend Attorney James G. Sullivan! He is very professional, ethical, wise n overall down to earth. When I met him, he made me feel at ease (no judgement) and that’s extremely important! His expertise resolved my legal issue in a timely manner!</em></span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">In May 2017 our son was arrested on our own property and charged with deadly conduct after a group of teens tried to jump him after school. Our son cannot defend himself because of serious shoulder injuries. When one of the teens tried to shove me aside to get to him, our son went in the house and got an unloaded AR-15 to scare them off. Our son should not have had access to it, but our gun safe had mistakenly been left unlocked. The police arrived at that very moment and instead of arresting the teen that put his hands on me and threatened my son’s life, they arrested my son.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">At the first detention hearing, a court-appointed attorney didn’t spend any time with us to learn the full story and couldn’t get my son released. My husband started searching for the Best Juvenile Defense Lawyers in Harris County. Well, we found the BEST when we hired Attorney Jim Sullivan. I called late in the evening after leaving the Juvenile Detention center and thought I would get an answering service but instead Jim answered the phone! He was very knowledgeable about Juvenile Law and took time to explain and also comfort me as we have never been in this situation before. After talking with Jim for an hour, we arranged to meet with him at his office. We knew from that very moment that he was God sent! He has a great story behind him as well! He genuinely cares about his clients and their future.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Jim Sullivan had told us about a deadly conduct case last year where the district court judge did not release his client, so he asked for and got a quick jury trial setting and then won that case at trial. It just so happened that our son’s case was assigned to the same judge’s court. At our first setting in court, Jim asked for a discretionary detention hearing. Jim told the judge that our son was innocent and that this was a trial or dismissal case. This time the judge agreed and released our son back home to us! About 6 weeks later, with Jim’s hard work and dedication, the deadly conduct charge was dismissed! We are forever grateful for Mr. Sullivan!</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I issue my highest recommendation to Attorney Jim Sullivan, who proved to be an honest, hard-working professional that thoroughly defended my ex-husband and friend, Johnny, when he found himself in bleak circumstances. Johnny was charged with aggravated assault nine days after he shot a man in self-defense when the man broke into his home.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">On March 16, 2016, Johnny visited me, and told me that he was very concerned that a former friend and neighbor he had allowed to stay at his house for a few days was acting erratic and hostile, and that household items were missing. He said he only allowed Kyle to stay at his house to keep him from being arrested following a family argument. Due to his concerns, Johnny said that morning he repeatedly asked Kyle to leave, then told him to leave by 5:00 pm, but Kyle was still there when Johnny went home after work. I suggested he tell the man to leave one more time, and then to call the police if he refused to go.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Around 10:00 p.m. that night Johnny dialed the police after Kyle verbally threatened him and again refused to leave. Once the police were called, Kyle did exit the house, and Johnny locked all the doors. Witnesses outside the house verified that Kyle returned minutes later, beat on the front door, yelled threats, and then entered the house through the garage and then doggie door. Kyle had apparently disabled the garage door lock. Johnny, 53, was disabled from a duty-related accident that left one leg slightly crooked and held together with titanium rods. In addition, a motorcycle accident the previous year left him unable to form a complete fist on his writing hand and he had a titanium elbow. The bottom line was that Johnny could not run and he could not defend himself. Therefore, in self-defense, he shot Kyle in the upper chest when he got within a foot of him, fists up and yelling. Police came, Kyle was taken for treatment, and initially Kyle told the police that he was at fault and did not want to press charges.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">However, nine days later Kyle pressed charges and my friend, who was a former Air Force K-9 Security Officer and a member of the Patriot Guard, was arrested. After Johnny posted a bond, he missed his first court date because he wasn’t notified of it. He then contacted Mr. Sullivan, who took his case and managed to get his bond re-instated. Sadly, the day before the new court date Johnny was involved in another motorcycle accident. Mr. Sullivan kept working on Johnny’s case while Johnny was hospitalized for 23 days.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Johnny remarked on how much time and effort Mr. Sullivan took to gather witness statements and to write a persuasive defense packet for the grand jury. He visited Johnny multiple times at the hospital and at his home, and took photographs of the house to give the grand jury a clear idea of how events unfolded. He gave Johnny hope that things would get better. As a direct result of Mr. Sullivan’s efforts, Johnny’s aggravated assault case was no billed.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Although his health worsened and Johnny passed away a few weeks later, he was vindicated in defending himself in his own home. Johnny died at home in his own bed, a free man.</span></em></div>
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Congratulations on a job well done. I believe I was extremely fortunate to meet and then hire you to represent my son in this serious matter. We want to thank you for caring and to put all that time and effort in his case. He could have been away from family until he turned 19. Instead with your knowledge and expertise he got 6 months deferred prosecution at home and will then be able to get his record sealed. Thank You</span></div>
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~Lorraine P.</span></div>
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~Jaime Estrada</span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I cannot thank Jim Sullivan as much as I want to for the huge help with my case in Harris County. I was falsely accused of theft at work, fired and charged with theft. I was looking and looking and got a recommendation for this great man from a friend. What started as a call became a face to face conversation. He understood what I was going through and listened to all the fine details of my case. He told me he would try his best to get things fixed. And as he said he would he was by my side every court date making sure I was getting good representation. I am one of the Dreamer kids who was brought here as a child and a plea to a theft charge would’ve resulted in my not ever becoming a U.S. citizen. As a result of his hard work in court date after court date, he got my cased solved and dismissed. I was so glad. I felt the weight lifted off my back. I cannot thank you enough for standing beside me, believing in me and your confidence. You are truly a great man and for that I wanted to thank you.</span></em></div>
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~Yonathan Delgado</span></div>
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James Sullivan Esq. was very knowledgeable as to the situation in my legal question. I would recommend this attorney for any person in need of a criminal lawyer. Thank God for professionals in the practice of law.</span></div>
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~Aaron Kirby</span></div>
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I’m so grateful to have met Jim Sullivan at a time in my life when I felt so lost and discouraged . I was dealing with a case of family violence where my husband falsely accused me in order to gain citizenship. I was going to divorce him when I found out he was cheating on me. I was very hesitant to find an attorney and a friend of mine told me about Jim. The moment I spoke with him I immediately felt hope after seeing how confident he was about the case .The first court setting he worked hard for my freedom and proved to me that he was there for me . He promised me this case would be dismissed and handled properly and indeed he stuck to his word. He’s a great attorney I surely recommend him to everyone in need, wouldnt have known what to do without him. I can finally live a normal life again , thanks Mr. Jim sullivan</span></div>
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~Jackie E.</span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">My 19 year old son was charged with Aggravated Assault of a Family Member in February 2017. Thanks to Attorney Jim Sullivan his case was dismissed by the grand jury only 3 months later.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">My son had gone to a party with his girlfriend and a massive fight broke out. Both were pulled in and had to defend themselves. During this fight my son’s girlfriend fell and hurt herself pretty badly, but because they had been drinking she did not realize it at the time. After the fight was over they decided to go home, but thankfully another boy realized that they could not drive and offered to drive them home in my son’s truck.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">The boy left and the situation started a fight between my son and his girlfriend. Both suffer from depression and she is also bi-polar. My son took his knife out and threatened to kill himself. Sadly this was not the first time that my son has attempted to kill himself. When the police arrived they arrested my son and charged him with aggravated assault. The girlfriend screamed and yelled at them that my son had done nothing to her, but they did not listen. I understand that the scene they pulled up on may have caused them to believe that my son had hurt his girlfriend, but he hadn’t.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I was terrified of the consequences and googled attorneys in my area. Jim Sullivan popped up and I began to read all the reviews. I found his website and proceeded to read his bio. He specializes in aggravated assault cases and is a Christian. I was sold immediately so I reached out to him. After speaking with him the first time his main concern was my son’s well-being and his depression. That is when I immediately knew that I had contacted the right attorney.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">About a month after hiring Jim Sullivan, my son got himself in trouble again. He was out one night and hit a parked car with his truck. He was afraid and made the wrong decision to not stop to give his information. He went to a friend’s house and the police were able to track him down and arrest him. He was charged with Failure to Give Information, a misdemeanor. At this point Jim rushed to finish preparing and turn in a defense packet on the first case and began working on this new case. Jim managed to persuade the prosecutor to dismiss the new case in exchange for my son performing 40 hours of community service and taking a decision making class.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">And then we waited for the felony case to be presented to the grand jury. During this time my son continued to go out with his girlfriend, not realizing that he had a 90 day protective order against him instead of a 60 day like he believed because of the first case. The prosecutor made Jim Sullivan aware of the situation and Jim convinced him not to press further charges. By the grace of God, my son did not incur any further charges. Finally, we heard the good news that the grand jury dismissed the felony case.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Jim Sullivan was a godsend during a time that was most critical to my son’s future. I know how devastating these charges could have been, but Jim immediately invested himself in my son and his welfare. Unfortunately I have had previous experience with the criminal court system in Harris County and never have I encountered an attorney who not only took the time to work on the case, but also took the time out of his busy schedule to show he cared. Jim always took the time to speak to my son about his actions and his future. He recommended books and documentaries for my son to read and view. He always had positive words to say to my son. I highly, highly recommend Jim Sullivan. He is not only a brilliant and gifted attorney, but also a great man who shows compassion and understanding for those that make mistakes.</span></em></div>
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~Esther Zapata</span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I Googled “Houston family violence lawyer” and Mr. Sullivan came up. I did my research and was very satisfied with his ratings and case results. I decided to call him and unlike other offices the lawyer is the one that answers! That’s a first, and when I spoke to him the first time he made me feel like I could trust him. My husband is a habitual felon. This is his 2nd family violence case so he was looking at anywhere from 25 years to life in prison. However, Mr. Sullivan was able to get the case reduced down to a misdemeanor and my husband will only do a few days in the county! It went from an enhanced felony habitual case all the way down to a misdemeanor. Thank you Jim for everything you did for my husband. Everyone that asks me if I know a good lawyer I will give them your card.</span></em></div>
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~Miriam Garcia</span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">My brother and I hired Jim Sullivan after reading his bio and his many positive client reviews online. My brother needed to be represented on a serious stalking charge in which he faced up to 10 years in prison. My brother has had a rough go in life, he has struggled with bipolar disorder all his life of 53 years. This illness led to multiple addictions starting with gambling then he turned to substance abuse. He finally thought he found true love and got married in 2004. Shortly thereafter they experienced problems. The marriage did not last long, but my brother continued to pursue her. His ex-wife had my brother arrested multiple times throughout the years. My brother wasn’t going to stop pursuing his ex-wife even after being warned by law enforcement which landed him with a warrant for his arrest.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">My brother was in serious trouble until he met with Mr. Sullivan. We met with Mr. Sullivan on a Saturday afternoon and we were immediately impressed by his vast knowledge of the law and his keen understanding of the psychological problems from which my brother suffered. He spent several hours with us, giving my brother excellent counsel by sharing different stories he had experienced in life and in the courtroom. After years of trying to convince my brother to try medication, Mr. Sullivan was able to breakthrough all of my brother’s excuses and convince him to seek psychiatric treatment and counseling. With my brother’s lengthy history and problems, Mr. Sullivan made it clear to him that it would mean the difference between probation or prison. Furthermore, without medical help, his life would continue to be difficult with his cycling between the highs of mania and lows of depression. Mr. Sullivan told him that he was as concerned for the rest of his life as he was about the serious charge that got him arrested. Once my brother accepted his genuine and sincere advice, he began taking medication and attending counseling. This changed his life, you can say Mr. Sullivan saved my brother’s life literally.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">In court the prosecutor would not agree to probation and only offered my brother prison time, so Mr. Sullivan advised my brother that he would have to ask for probation from the judge during a punishment hearing. Recently, my brother had that PSI hearing. His ex-wife testified against him and said she had been afraid of him since their divorce and also claimed that he would call her cell phone hundreds of times a day and leave harassing messages. Through his questioning of her, Mr. Sullivan was able to show that just a few years ago she frequently used my brother to drive her around the state for her job and even spent many nights with him in the same hotel room. As to the phone calls, Mr. Sullivan was able to show that she had created a Google voice account just for him to call and had a co-worker give him her new number. Wanting to hear her voice recording, he would call that number repeatedly and leave sweet messages. His ex-wife admitted that those calls were only saved online and were not sent to her cell phone.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">My brother also testified and spoke about his lifelong problems with bipolar disorder, his past problems with substance abuse and of never being on medication. For the first time since his childhood, he said he felt normal, no more mood swings. He sincerely apologized for his actions. He said he had moved on and had not tried to contact his ex-wife for almost a year.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Mr. Sullivan was able to persuade the Judge to grant deferred probation and keep my brother out of prison and this allowed him to continue his progress. Mr. Sullivan eloquently persuaded the Judge that with treatment one can change their behavior and live a normal life. I could not have asked for a better attorney than Jim Sullivan. I highly recommend this attorney, he is very wise counsel and deeply cares about his clients.</span></em></div>
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~Lori LaRocca</span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Jim Sullivan comes highly recommended as he represented my son which is a juvenile. My son was in trouble for an assault case and stolen car. He spent time with my son and explaining him that it is understandable that juveniles do make mistakes and gave him awesome advice as our cases went on. There was true intentions behind mr. Sullivan’s advice. He was there to help, mentor and explained that it was up to my son to take his advice and not make the same mistakes. We are very thankful that we chose him to represent us and encourage any other parents that face the same situations to hire him. One of our sons cases were successfully dismissed and we are still working on the other one. Thank you Jim!</span></em></div>
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~Michala Martinez</span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">My son got arrested May 8th and a friend convinced me that I needed to get him a lawyer and don’t let him have a public defender so I contacted her found a lawyer and she was going to charge $9,000 the lady that was paying for my son’s attorney decided that she wasn’t going to pay anymore when I showed up to court I ask for a public defender the judge didn’t granted he said that Malik would need to get an attorney because he was working show out of desperation and in tears didn’t know what to do I called the other lawyer that I just fired for help she referred me out to attorney and they wanted $35,000 that I did not have still in tears when it spoke to my friend about it he referred me to mr. Sullivan mr. Sullivan talk to me and he said he would charge $3,000 for the same case they were going to charge me $35,000 for the case like I didn’t quite hear him correctly but he said if I can come with 1500 in the beginning and 1500 the end he would take the case he took the case my Son is on probation doing three years he went from 5 to life sentence to 2 to 5 years with probation attorney Sullivan is a blessing he’s down to earth very reasonable and if I had to use him again and again I would</span></em></div>
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~Monika Garrett</span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">My son was charged with Theft of a Firearm (Felony) in Harris County. When he received this charged he was on a deferred in Fort Bend County for trespassing. When he received the trespassing charge he was almost done with his deferred in Harris County for a fight he had at school considered (misdemeanor). He is 15 and have made real stupid decisions as you can see. The court appointed us a lawyer and he was doing nothing to help. He was never prepared and didn’t seem serious about his job which forced me to search online. I spoke with a few lawyers and it didn’t seem as if they were caring for my son. My son is a star football player and does community service because he loves it. He has shown he is remorseful. As i continued my search i found James Sullivan. After speaking with James I felt at ease. We scheduled a face to face with my son and he spoke with him for about 2 hours explaining everything thoroughly. He also gave him a book “The 6 most important decisions you’ll ever make” and it was really helpful. Prosecutors kept talking about locking my son up under the Sargents supervision. Mr. Sullivan believed he can get my son probation under my supervision. They then offered a strict probation for 18 months. Mr. Sullivan suggested 6 months deferred again. Which rarely happens. Once in front of the Judge Mr. Sullivan presented why he felt deferred was best and guess what, Judge granted deferred. I started crying tears of joy. This man is amazing. On top of that, he got the case in Fort Bend dismissed today. This man is such a man of god and always aims for the best outcome. Thank you again Mr. Sullivan for caring for my son just as you would care for your own.</em></span></div>
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~Keysia</span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">On May 6,2016 i was arrested for domestic violence, soon as the cops came to my house they handcuff me,put me in the patrol car to investigate.On that night,my wife for hours,hours nag me to the point i jumped on top of her to tell her stop it.The cops said my wife said that i tried to choke her,that they seen bruise marks on her neck.The police took me to jail and this was my first time going to jail at the age of 45.I hired Mr. James Sullivan to be my attorney and when he requested the picture of my wife neck and 911 call,the state did not have it at all so there wasn’t enough evidence to build a package for the grand jury to get a no bill.The day i went back to court the prosecutor didn’t want to drop the charges but he didn’t want to do a trial by jury because there wasn’t enough evidence to get a conviction but the deal was that if i pled guilty,the state would lower the charge from a felony to a class A misdemeanor because i never been in any trouble before so i took that deal to avoid a trial by jury and sometime the jury don’t get it right by me being a black man getting a fair trial.I explain to Mr Sullivan that i can’t have a felony on my record to keep my job that i worked for 25 year’s.Mr. Sullivan got the felony dismissed of off my record so i can maintain employment at my job and i thank him very much for the hard work he has done.If anyone gets in trouble i would suggest 100% that you need to hire Mr.James Sullivan,he would be the lawyer i would want to handle my family violence case.</span></em></div>
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~Koyla Hill</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Being arrested for the first time, I wasn’t sure who to turn to for help. Long story short, I did something that I shouldn’t have, spanked me daughter with an umbrella. I was under a lot of stress and it didn’t help that her behavior was drastically changing for the worst. The next day I was questioned by the police. I waived my rights and told the police of the incident. Consequently, I was charged with a felony, Injury to a child.</em><br />
<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">I was new to Houston and I had no family or close friends. Not knowing any better I hired the worst attorney in Houston, J. Carrol. It was the worst experience EVER. The first meeting went well. He said that he had worked with the prosecutor, he knew the judge personally and that he has dealt with similar cases recently. I paid him the full retainer fee. I felt that I was in good hands until we spoke the next day. His tone, demeanor and attitude had changed. I believe his intentions were to have me indicted then charge me thousands of dollars to attempt to get me probation. He didn’t even consider presenting the case to the Grand Jury. I felt frustrated, hopeless and stuck.</em></span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">After speaking to my husband we decided to hire another lawyer. After doing hours of research we agreed to speak to attorney Jim Sullivan, and boy we are glad we did! He was very knowledgeable, straightforward and caring. He offers free consultations and his charges are reasonable. Our first 2 conversations lasted about 30-45 mins. I explained everything that happened in detail, he helped me understand the law and spoke about his previous cases. I felt a sense of relief when we ended our conversations. Unlike the previous attorney we had hired, Mr. Sullivan knew what he was doing. Mr. Sullivan told us that we would need to prepare a Grand Jury packet, he explained the process and told me exactly what he needed. Two weeks after submitting the packet to the Grand Jury, my case was dismissed!!!!!!!</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">There are MANY things that I liked about Mr. Sullivan; he’s the person who picks up when you call (not a receptionist), he is flexible, he accepts payments plans, he is honest, he responds to calls/text within hours, he listens without interrupting, he works outside regular business hours (weekends, after 6p), he treats you like you are his priority and he is very caring. The only thing that I didn’t like about this experience was the fact that I didn’t find him sooner. I would definitely recommend Mr. Sullivan to family and friends.</span></em></div>
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~Bebe Carter</span></div>
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~Tara Baig</span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I would like to thank you for all the effort that you have put into my case. You are a really determined and motivated attorney. My case involved possession of child porn. My charges was broken down to an obscenity charge.The number of years that I would have faced with the charge of possession would had been from two to twenty years in prison, and I would have had to register as a sex offender for the rest of my life. Instead, now I have deferred adjudication probation for only five years and my record can be sealed five years after I finish probation, which I am of course going to hire you for it. You saved my life, I cannot thank you enough. I will for sure recommend you to others.</span></em></div>
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~Jose Vasquez</span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">After some strong arming by the fire marshall’s office for my son’s felony arson case, I was so nervous and looked up Jim Sullivan. I hired him based on his results, and I could not be happier that I did! He got my son’s case on the next docket, after an attempt at delay from the DA. My son was home within 24 hours after his unnecessary arrest and trumped up charges. Mr. Sullivan got to work, and on my son’s next court date he was given a deferred option that will take this off his record with 6 months of supervised good behavior! Thank you Mr. Sullivan!!</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">As if that was not enough, Mr. Sullivan sat down with my son and gave him some very good advice about where he should head with his future. My son is now excited to learn more about the areas he mentioned, and I appreciate Mr. Sullivan going beyond his lawyer job description and being a mentor!</span></em></div>
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~Evelyn Segovia</span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">I cannot thank you enough for your help with my case in Montgomery county. It was a very serious accusation against me. My teenage nephew falsely accused me of molesting him. You took our initial call on a weekend and assured us then that everything would turn out fine. You explained that it was very important for a good attorney to get involved before indictment because you believed a good defense attorney could get the case no billed by the grand jury. And, that’s exactly what you did. You are very talented and professional at what you do. I cannot thank you enough for standing beside me, believing in me and and most importantly, your confidence. You are truly a super lawyer.</em></span></div>
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~Chris S.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">My 13 yr old son was charged in Fort bend County with resisting arrest and assault against a public servant, a police officer. I hired Jim Sullivan as his lawyer. Since we are new to Houston we did not know any attorneys. I did a Google search and found reviews, achievements and testimony from other lawyers about Jim Sullivan. After searching online for attorneys over several days I realized that Jim Sullivan is the best and I wanted the best for my son.</em><br />
<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">After Jim Sullivan met with us at his office for two hours, he said he would set the case for a jury trail on the first court setting unless the prosecutor dismissed the felony assault and agreed to a deferred prosecution on the misdemeanor resisting so that my son could get his cases dismissed and then get his record sealed. Jim Sullivan agreed my son did not cause the officer to get a broken finger during the arrest and the arrest itself was unlawful, however as he explained it is still illegal to resist an unlawful arrest.</em><br />
<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">Jim Sullivan then met with the prosecutor to discuss the case and to get a copy of the offense report and surveillance video. when we went to court a month later, Jim Sullivan did what he said he would do. He pressured the prosecutor to dismiss the felony and then during court hearing he persuaded the judge to give my son a deferred on the misdemeanor. For these reasons I recommend this humble and efficient lawyer to parents who wish the best for their children. He gave psychological support and good advice for my son. He told my son that he is very smart, but that he had to study harder to make better grades and especially straight A’s so that he could get into a top college. On the way back home my son told me he will call Jim Sullivan when he goes to college to inform him of his achievements. I thank God for giving me peace through attorney Jim Sullivan.</em></span></div>
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~Mini Sebastian</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">The beginning of this year I found out I had an assault charge filed against me from last year. As it was my first time being in trouble I had no clue what to do. I went to court 2 times with a court appointed attorney who was absolutely no help. I knew if I didn’t hire an attorney the court case wouldn’t go in my favor.</em><br />
<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">My fiancée reached out to Mr. Sullivan and he immediately helped out. I felt so much relief after hiring him.</em><br />
<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">When we called him, we initially wanted deferred adjudication because the prosecutors had only been offering jail time through the court appointed attorney. I was planning to attend nursing school to become a registered nurse, and I knew that those plans would be ruined with an assault case on my record. Fortunately, after months of going back and forth to court, Mr. Sullivan got my case completely dismissed!</em><br />
<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;">I highly recommend him as your attorney. He worked so hard for my family, and is great at what he does.</em><br />
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~Brooke Norgan</span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Being falsely accused of a crime is a very dramatic experience. In my case, a family member accused me of assaulting a minor and they pushed very hard to get me charged. When they finally got a DA to take felony charges 10 months after the alleged crime, I did some research and hired James Sullivan. He met with me a day after calling him and began to meticulously outline my defense. He interviewed the witnesses, then put together a very strong defense packet for the Grand Jury which included detailed statements from witnesses that stated there was no contact with the minor and witnesses that heard my family member coaching the child on how to lie to the police and DA. The Grand Jury no-billed my case and the case was removed from my record. Going through a criminal case is a very scary and stressful experience. I can say that any fears or questions I had were just a phone call or an email away from being answered by Mr. Sullivan. He was always available to discuss my case and explain the criminal process, and let me know step by step how we were going to win my case. I would highly recommend James Sullivan with any of your criminal defense needs.</span></em></div>
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~MLU</span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Mr. Sullivan is wonderful as both a lawyer and a friend! I was recently undergoing an instance where I didn’t think I would need help to prove my innocence, however things are not always as they seem. Mr. Sullivan was not judgmental of my actions at all and helped me step by step through my struggle. I don’t know how I would have conquered the case without his help, advice, and compassion. In the end, my criminal case was dismissed and I can get my record expunged! If you are ever accused of a crime, he will always be by your side.</span></em></div>
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~Harry Malinski</span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">In late May of 2016 my 15 year old son was arrested and taken to the juvenile detention center for a felony crime he did not commit, Deadly Conduct. After being falsely accused and wrongfully admitted to the Harris County Juvenile Detention Center, I met with and hired Mr. Sullivan. He walked us through the process and helped my family and son better understand what needed to be done. The day of the detention hearing in court, we had all of the proof and evidence to help get my son out of detention. The judge of the court was completely unjust. After refusing to consider the video evidence that proved my innocent or to even hear from my family members who were willing to supervise my son at all times if released, the judge quickly ruled to keep my innocent son detained. Mr. Sullivan was furious at the system that caused my son to be arrested and held for a crime he did not commit while at the same time the adult who actually committed the crime was only charged with a misdemeanor and spent just a few days in jail. Mr. Sullivan immediately requested a trial by jury. We were able to get a trial setting in the next 3 weeks, which was amazing considering the fact that most cases take 3-6 months or longer to get to a trial. Mr. Sullivan explained that court-appointed attorneys such as the one first appointed to my son’s case never take cases to a jury trial, but instead only have bench trials where the judges make the final decision. If the court-appointed attorney had stayed on the case, my son would still be in detention and I believe he would probably have been found guilty by the judge. Instead, thanks to Mr. Sullivan my son was found innocent by a unanimous vote from the jury. Mr. Sullivan stopped at nothing to help our son and prove him innocent. My son walked out of detention just 7 weeks after his arrest with no record. Mr. Sullivan’s knowledge of the criminal and juvenile justice systems helped in so many ways. Mr. Sullivan was not pushy, arrogant, or air-headed like most attorneys. Instead, he kept a down-to-earth low-profile, encouraged my son as if he were his own and won our case successfully and peacefully. Thank you so much Mr. Sullivan for helping my family and my son!</span></em></div>
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~Marlyn Martinez</span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">On March 4, 2016, my son was arrested and charged with aggravated assault in Montgomery County. Around 1am that night 5 men came to my son’s apartment in 2 different vehicles, one stolen along with guns, ski masks and gloves. My son heard them outside and looked from the balcony and saw one of them attempting to steal his car. Afraid and uncertain he grabbed his gun and yelled “get the hell away from my car!” The other 4 guys were heading to his apartment so my son fired 3-4 warning shots with the intention to scare them away. Unfortunately he struck one of them in the chest and they took off.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Not realizing at the time that one of them was hit he went back into the apartment. A couple hours later my son’s apartment was surrounded by state police and detectives. After receiving a phone call from the officers telling him what he had done he was left to surrender, but before he surrendered and afraid to go outside he dismembered the gun because he didn’t want the officers to think he was armed and dangerous.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Four days later we hired criminal defense lawyer James Sullivan to defend my son. That same day James visited my son in the jail and began to investigate his case. My son’s bond was $100,000 and he was a first time offender with a good history and awesome background, however he had gotten into a situation and we needed the best lawyer with a lot of experience and knowledge regarding criminal matters.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">James Sullivan asked the prosecutor to hold the case from the grand jury so he could prepare a defense and also fought to get his bond lowered. After 3 court and bond hearings, James got the bond lowered from $100,000 all the way down to $15,000 and then we got him out. James then worked meticulously with my son, prepared and turned in a defense packet and a month later the grand jury dismissed his aggravated assault. However the prosecutor pushed for and got an indictment for tampering with evidence. The next day James went to court and fought to get a low bond on the new case of only $1,500 so that my son would not go back to jail.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">We were thrilled to get the aggravated assault charge dismissed because it was the most serious but fully expected him to have to plead to the new charge. However at the next court hearing James Sullivan refused to settle and persuaded the prosecutor to do the right thing and dismiss the tampering charge as well. James knew that my son was not only a first time offender but also a hard working young man that was afraid for his life and simply defended himself and his property. After an almost 6 month ordeal, my son got his life back. I have never personally met Mr. Sullivan. I live several states away, but he handled these cases as if I was a resident in Texas. I am so pleased with his good work that not only would I highly recommend him to others but I will definitely keep him around. Hopefully we will never need his services again but if we do James Sullivan is definitely the man that you can count on to help you and defend you properly.</span></em></div>
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~Andreda Chapman</span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">In December 2014, I was charged with misdemeanor theft after shoplifting at my local grocery store. I was under a lot of personal stress and made the worst decision of my life that day. As a recent graduate with a bachelor’s degree in engineering, if I were convicted of theft, I would never be able to find a job in my field. I was so blessed to have met Attorney Jim Sullivan who helped me to obtain a Pretrial Diversion and consequently gave me a second chance in life. Before hiring Jim, I had read many good reviews about him and I am now writing one myself. Jim spent his entire Saturday afternoon talking to my husband and me and asking thoughtful questions about my case, my life and our background. I overcame great hardship, persevered and studied really hard to earn admission into a prestigious university. To have a theft conviction or even a deferred adjudication on my record would be devastating.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Jim Sullivan helped me gather all the information I needed for the Pretrial Diversion application and went above and beyond the requirements to make sure the DA would feel how regretful I was for my mistake and would allow me a second chance in life. Jim not only spent many hours proofreading and editing my application and giving me advice, he also requested additional information and wrote a follow up letter to the prosecutor to overcome her resistance to my initial application. Thanks to his hard work, commitment and belief in me, I was granted a Pretrial Diversion. Jim Sullivan truly saved my life and allowed me to take responsibility for my mistake without compromising my future and career. He went to court three times with me and was always there to support me. My case was difficult because as I was not yet working I did not meet the requirements for the PTD, but Jim was able to convince the prosecutor that I should be granted the PTD anyway.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">My husband and I are so glad to have met Jim Sullivan, not only as a great lawyer, but also as a wonderful person who sincerely cares about his clients. -Y</span></em></div>
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~Coffee Men</span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Mr. Sullivan represented my son and I cannot be more thankful that I found him! He was able to work out a surprisingly good plea bargain for my son. My son was an addict and had committed a series of robberies over a 3-month period in order to get money for drugs after losing his job. He passed a note to a cashier, saying he had a gun (which he did not have), and demanded money, which was given to him. He thought he had solved his cash-flow problem. So, he repeated his robbery, several times. But of course, he got caught. He was charged with 2 armed robberies and a simple robbery. The only reason he wasn’t charged with 3 armed robberies was because he had been chased from the scene of his last robbery, caught with the money he had taken, but did not have a gun. However, in the news, I saw a shocking story about my son that claimed he was the person of interest in a dozen robberies. It was just going to be a matter of time before more charges were brought against my son. However, I found Mr. Sullivan’s website, and sent him an email in the middle of the night, and he answered. He showed up early the next morning to re-set the first court appearance of my son. Over the next 3 months, he continued to work for my son, eventually getting a surprisingly lenient plea bargain. My son admitted guilt to 2 simple robberies and was sentenced to 7 years in TDC. He will be eligible for parole in about 10 months, if he is an exemplary prisoner. Further, part of the plea bargain was that no other charges would be brought forth. Had a dozen armed robbery charges been brought forward, there is a good chance my son would have been in prison the rest of his life! The minimum sentence for one armed robbery is 20 years. But, of the 3 charges already on the books, the simple robbery charge was dropped entirely, and the 2 armed robbery charges were reduced from armed robbery to simple robbery. (Simple robbery does not carry nearly as harsh penalties as armed robbery.) Without Mr. Sullivan working on the case, I doubt that would have happened. Maybe you are thinking my son should be in jail for life. But when you get to know the story behind the story, you don’t feel that way. My son is not going to be an addict the rest of his life. And he didn’t break the law when he wasn’t an addict. He is a person who needed help to recover. Now he has that chance. He really wants to and wants to start going to Narcotics Anonymous meetings as soon as he is in a place where they have them. He has told me that he feels that “doing time” has saved his life, and Mr. Sullivan has made it possible for him to enjoy it again someday. I will continue to pray for Mr. Sullivan. He is the most genuinely compassionate person I have ever met!</span></em></div>
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~Karen</span></div>
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~Adrian Carlisle</span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Mr. Sullivan represented my son twice and both times he did an excellent job. My son has bipolar disorder and ADHD and Mr. Sullivan understood how that affected my son’s choices and actions. The first time he represented my son he was a juvenile. What impressed me is he spoke to my son and listened to what he had to say. He treated him with respect. The first occasion my son was given some classes and the offense was dropped from his record.</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">The next time we called upon Mr. Sullivan my son was now considered an adult and was being wrongfully accused by the police of evading detention. After Mr. Sullivan heard my son’s side of the story he agreed to defend him. He asked us to provide our detailed account of the situation in writing and we did. When we had our first court hearing it was evident that the DA’s office was not going to dismiss the case. Mr. Sullivan told my son that if he wanted to go to trial he would fight for him, but it was up to him. I appreciated him asking and fighting for my son!</span></em></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I believe the tenacity of Mr. Sullivan and his insistence on a jury trial are what finally persuaded the DA’s office to dismiss charges for my son. Not only did this happen for our son, but the 3 other young men being wrongfully accused also were dismissed. So essentially Mr. Sullivan helped them all by listening, understanding and believing my son and then not allowing us to give up proving it to be a false accusation!</span></em></div>
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~Page Moore</span></div>
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<em style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I must say Mr Sullivan is a man of his word. I have a pretty long record so when I had got arrested for Aggravated assault on a family member for my 3rd time, I seriously believed that there was NO hope, but I was wrong. Mr sullivan made sure to make my case a top priority and reassured me that everything would be just fine when I had my doubts, due to my past convictions. My ex girlfriend tried to assault me with a broken wine bottle when i kept telling her i no longer wanted to be with her but when I kept attempting to keep the glass from cutting either one if us, she accidently got hurt in the process. I helped her clean her wound but I asked her to leave as I felt that night had already brought too much drama, and she was highly intoxicated and persistent about gettin aggressive if I didn’t take her back. A month later a warrant was issued for my arrest and I got picked up by the police at my home one morning. I’m forever grateful that I found out about the warrant right before I got arrested because I read about Mr. Sullivan on Google and I decided that he was the man that I wanted to handle my case. My punishment ranges from 2-20 years and I knew for sure with my long record and the seriousness of that crime that the d.a wouldn’t offer me the minimum. Mr sullivan was very down to earth and really cared about gettin this case dismissed for me so that I could get back in school and continue my life as a productive member of society. Several weeks passed because the prosecutor kept delaying the process, and I started to get a bit discouraged but Mr. Sullivan’s confidence and reassurance about my case and all of the evidence he gathered for me helped me so much. Sure enough everything he told me that he would do, he did. He got my case dismissed and I’m back in school just like he said to me. Thank you so much Mr. Sullivan, youre truly a blessing and I don’t know what I would’ve done without you <img alt="🙂" class="emoji" draggable="false" src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/2.4/svg/1f642.svg" style="background: none; border: none; box-shadow: none; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; height: 1em; margin: 0px 0.07em; max-width: 100%; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: -0.1em; width: 1em;" /></span></em></div>
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~Andrea Dunham</span></div><div style="background: 0px 0px rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-size: 14px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 1em; text-align: justify; text-size-adjust: 100%; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #444444; font-size: medium; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Our law firm defends clients charged with crimes in district courts and county criminal courts, including domestic violence (assault of a family member), drug possession or drug delivery, violent crimes, and juvenile delinquency.</span></span></div>
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