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 in […]
Read MoreSearch Warrant Affidavits for Electronic Devices: Lessons from Staley v. State
September 2026 update: the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals reversed the earlier Staley ruling, assumed warrant error, and found any erroneous admission harmless.
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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