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Understanding Assault and Battery Charges in the State of Texas

Many states treat assault and battery as two separate crimes, while others treat them as the same charge. And the reason for this is because the two offenses are closely related. The term “assault” refers to any action that puts someone else under threat of bodily injury, while “battery” refers to any type of physical contact.

Man guilty of stuffing ex’s body in sofa

Trinidad Perez accepted a deal Monday morning, pleading guilty to one charge of abuse of a corpse, and was sentenced, according to Nueces County First Assistant District Attorney Matt Manning.

The other two charges he was facing, murder and tampering with physical evidence, were dismissed pending further review.

Texas Parole Violation: Types, Procedures, and Rights

Knowing the different types of parole violations in the State of Texas can help you to determine if you’re risk of a parole revocation.

What is a Pretrial Diversion and How Does it Work?

A pretrial diversion is an alternative to prosecution that’s meant to circumvent the standard criminal justice process by entering a program that involves supervision and other services administered by the U. S. Probation Service.

State clears way for former judge to run for office after arrests

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The State Commission on Judicial Conduct has cleared the way for former 148th District Court Judge Guy Williams to run for office.   Read The Full Article Here

Former Judge Guy Williams cleared by state commission to run for office

The State Commission on Judicial Conduct has cleared the way for former state district judge Guy Williams to return to the bench — if he can win an election.

Ex-Texas Judge Convicted of Public Intoxication

      Former 148th District Judge Guy Williams of Corpus Christi plans to appeal his conviction for Class A misdemeanor public intoxication, which a jury handed down Thursday after a two-day trial. Read The Full Article Here

Alcohol-Related Charges, Defenses, and Possible Penalties in the State of Texas

If you’re facing a DWI or any other alcohol-related charge, you might be wondering what sort of penalties you could face. And you be wondering what you can do to defend yourself.

Corpus Christi Has Produced A Need For Criminal Defense Lawyers: Crime Statistics

According to an FBI report, Corpus Christi has been listed as one of the most dangerous metropolitan areas in the United States.

Court rejects motion to dismiss former judge Guy Williams’ public intoxication case

A Corpus Christi municipal court judge decided Wednesday the public intoxication case against a former state district judge should move forward.