In the federal criminal justice system, a sentence often feels like a finality. However, 18 U.S.C. § 3582(c)(1)(A)—commonly known as compassionate release—provides a vital “safety valve” for those facing extraordinary circumstances. Following the First Step Act and recent, sweeping amendments.. Read more

In the aftermath of a criminal conviction, the instinct to fight for a new trial is powerful. However, in Texas, pursuing a motion for a new trial is a legal decision that must be approached with the utmost caution. It.. Read more

For many defendants and their families, a prison sentence feels like the final word—a door slamming shut. But under Texas law, that door may not be locked as tightly as it seems. There is a powerful, yet time-sensitive, legal mechanism.. Read more