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Eyewitness errors a factor in many wrongful convictions

On behalf of Law Offices of Anthony B. Cantrell | Jul 24, 2018 | Criminal Defense

Since as far back as the 1930s at least, researchers have chronicled inaccuracy issues related to eyewitness identification. For people in Texas who are charged with crimes, a misidentification by an eyewitness can be difficult to overcome at trial. A theme among...

Study looks at the effect of pretrial detention on criminal cases

On behalf of Law Offices of Anthony B. Cantrell | Jan 31, 2018 | Criminal Defense

Texas residents may be aware that the United States has a high level of incarceration. However, they may not know that more than 20 percent of those behind bars have not been found guilty of committing a crime. While some of these prisoners are incarcerated while they...

Authorities seek to overturn sex assault conviction

On behalf of Law Offices of Anthony B. Cantrell | Dec 20, 2017 | Criminal Defense

On Dec. 18, a Texas judge recommended that a man who was convicted on child sexual assault charges have his conviction be overturned due to mistakes that were made during the criminal investigation process. The man was accused of sexually assaulting a 4-year-old boy...

Black men receive longer sentences for same crimes: study

On behalf of Law Offices of Anthony B. Cantrell | Nov 29, 2017 | Criminal Defense

In Texas and across the United States, Black men can often receive longer sentences than white men, even when both are convicted of the same crime. A study by the U.S. Sentencing Commission has shown that Black men serve sentences that average 19.1 percent longer than...

How race plays a role in the justice system

On behalf of Law Offices of Anthony B. Cantrell | Nov 3, 2017 | Criminal Defense

If a person in Texas or anywhere else in America accepts a plea, it may mean reduced penalties compared to being found guilty at trial. However, accepting a plea also means that a person has a criminal conviction on his or her record. It also may mean dealing with...

Appeals court limits warrants to search homes for cellphones

On behalf of Law Offices of Anthony B. Cantrell | Aug 28, 2017 | Criminal Defense

The District of Columbia Circuit Court of Appeals may not have jurisdiction over Texas, but the court is considered highly influential. For one, it’s located in the District and has traditionally been a place presidents look for potential Supreme Court nominees....

Prosecutors seek to end injustice of Harris County’s bail system

On behalf of Law Offices of Anthony B. Cantrell | Aug 21, 2017 | Criminal Defense

In April, a federal judge in Houston struck down Harris County’s bail system on the grounds that it is unjust to the poor. The reason is that the county requires cash bonds for misdemeanors, which many low-income defendants simply can’t afford. The judge...

Sessions reverses course, will increase DOJ asset seizures

On behalf of Law Offices of Anthony B. Cantrell | Jul 25, 2017 | Criminal Defense

U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions announced another reversal of Obama-era criminal justice reform, against a tide of bipartisan opposition. He announced this week that he intends to increase the use of the controversial process of civil forfeiture in federal...

What is a crime of moral turpitude?

On behalf of Law Offices of Anthony B. Cantrell | Jul 17, 2017 | Criminal Defense

Any criminal conviction will have a lasting effect on your life and the opportunities you can enjoy. Even a misdemeanor can disqualify you from certain jobs and make it difficult to find housing. Some crimes are particularly problematic when they appear on your...

The nonlegal consequences of having a criminal record

On behalf of Law Offices of Anthony B. Cantrell | Jul 11, 2017 | Criminal Defense

When you face minor criminal charges, you may not think it is a big deal, especially if you maintain your innocence or the evidence against you is weak. However, even if you do not end up with a conviction, having a criminal record has consequences that reach beyond...

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How a DWI conviction can impact your family

Oct 23, 2019

Texas has seen a substantial drop in the total number of recent DWI arrests. Over the last 12 years, the DWI arrest rate has declined by 40.6%. That decline may not be as high as other states, but it is a step in the right direction. More people have...

Key terms for any drug charge

Sep 26, 2019

Over the years, law enforcement has cracked down on both drug users and distributors. However, in those efforts, sometimes, innocent parties get caught in the crossfire. For those facing criminal drug charges, it can be beneficial to understand the case's important...

4 things not to say during a DWI stop

Sep 12, 2019

As summer slowly turns to fall, you may be looking forward to Halloween, Christmas and New Year’s Eve. While there are a variety of ways to celebrate these holidays, you may choose to imbibe a little. If you do, you must be careful not to drive under the influence of...

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