The Houston criminal defense attorneys at Topek & Topek Attorneys at Law blog about interesting legal developments in Texas criminal law. We write short pieces that address the issues facing Texans accused of committing crimes. We also write about the Texas parole process and the laws that affect Texans accused of violating parole or probation terms.
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Texas’s evolving views on Criminal JusticePoll results show that a large number of Texans favor alternatives to prison for non-violent offenders. Hopefully, policymakers will respond.
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What is the first step of the parole process in Texas?Texas parole attorney goes through the steps of the parole process. This blog entry deals with the first step of the Texas parole process
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Texas Parole Lawyer - Texas Parole ReviewA simple explanation of a Texas Offender's first time through the Texas parole process.
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How many times can a Texas offender be considered for parole?There are rumors circulating how many times a Texas offender can come up for parole. A Texas parole lawyer discusses the truth about parole eligibility
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Should I write a Texas Parole Packet by myself?A Texas parole lawyer discusses what a Parole Packet is and why they are important when trying to get a favorable parole vote.
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United States Prison Population Decreases for the Third Consecutive YearIn 2012 the prison population decreased for the third consecutive year
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The importance of offenders meeting with their Texas parole board attorneyIn order for an attorney to properly represent their client before the Texas Parole Board it is necessary for them to meet with the offender numerous times.
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What is a preliminary hearing in Texas parole? A Houston parole lawyers explains what it is and why to not waive your preliminary hearing.A Houston Texas parole lawyer explains a preliminary hearing. Always request a preliminary and revocation hearing if they try to revoke your Texas parole.
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I am on parole in Texas, should I request a parole hearing if they try and revoke my parole? A Houston Parole attorney answersIf you, your husband, wife or child are on parole in Texas and they are trying to revoke your parole you should never waive your right to a parole hearing.
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What is a blue warrant? A Texas parole lawyer explains what to do if there is a blue warrantA Texas Parole lawyer explains what a blue warrant is and why you should request a parole hearing if there is a blue warrant.
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Texas Parole Lawyer explains Parole Interview and gives some pointersAn experienced Texas Parole Attorney explains the Institutional Parole officer parole interview and gives some tips to Texas Inmates.
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The Texas Parole Board considers over seventy thousand inmates for parole per year. A Texas Parole Attorney discusses these numbersAn experienced Texas parole attorney discusses the large numbers of parole reviews done by Texas Parole Board offices each year.
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Parole Revocation in Texas: What Are Your Rights?If you’ve been accused of violating the terms of your parole in Texas, find out what you need to know what your rights.