Search: Legal Guides written by Michael Shawn Matlock (4 found)

Written by Michael Shawn Matlock
The appellate process in Texas poses pitfalls for the unsuspecting defendant. There are strict time limits imposed for all appeals. It is also important to be current on all recent developments in the law as it applies to your specific case. A successful appeal adheres to the rules and the law.
Posted about 1 year ago in Criminal Defense. Jurisdiction: Texas

Written by Michael Shawn Matlock
Driving While Intoxicated is perhaps the most unique criminal charge in Texas, and perhaps the most prosecuted. A DWI is essentially an opinion crime; that is, it is the opinion of the officer whether a person is charged with DWI,and the jury as to whether to convict.
1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Criminal Defense. Jurisdiction: Texas

Written by Michael Shawn Matlock
Tarrant County implemented the Felony Alcohol Intervention Project, or FAIP, in 2007. The mission statement sums it up pretty well: To capitalize on the trauma and consequences of an arrest by early intervention in the alcoholic's course of conduct.
2 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in DUI / DWI. Jurisdiction: Texas

Written by Michael Shawn Matlock
A Primer on Juvenile Confession Law
1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted 11 months ago in Juvenile. Jurisdiction: Texas