Discovery Violations and Harm Standards: Implications of Hance v. State
Written and reviewed by George Napier, Founding Attorney at The Napier Law Firm — former Montgomery County Assistant District Attorney and Felony Chief Prosecutor. A Turning Point for Criminal Defense The Texas Court of Appeals recently changed the landscape of criminal procedure with its ruling in Hance v. State. This decision addresses an important issue […]
Read MoreSearch Warrant Affidavits for Electronic Devices: Lessons from Staley v. State
Written and reviewed by George Napier, Founding Attorney at The Napier Law Firm — former Montgomery County Assistant District Attorney and Felony Chief Prosecutor. In a landmark ruling on March 6, 2025, the Second Appellate District of Texas at Fort Worth reversed a capital murder conviction in Staley v. State, delivering a powerful reminder about […]
Read MoreWhat Madas v. State Means for First-Time Drug Offenders in The Woodlands, Texas
Written and reviewed by George Napier, Founding Attorney at The Napier Law Firm — former Montgomery County Assistant District Attorney and Felony Chief Prosecutor. If you or a loved one has been charged with drug possession in The Woodlands, Texas, you might be feeling overwhelmed, scared, and unsure of what comes next. That’s completely normal […]
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