We had 16 LAWYERS complete 10 TRIALS this week at the Harris County Criminal Courthouse. The results were 5 GUILTY VERDICTS, 5 NOT GUILTY VERDICTS and 1 IN-TRIAL DISMISSAL. 1 TRIAL is currently in progress.
Congratulations to the trial winners and to the 48 Lawyers below who won their case with a dismissal of charges!
February 24, 2023 – Show Me The Justice Congratulations to Defense Attorney Matthew Mateer for earning Not Guilty Verdicts for your client in Cause Numbers 1702399 – 1702401 out of the 263rd Criminal District Court for the offenses of
Continuous Sexual Abuse of a Child and Sexual Assault of a Child
(presiding judge – Melissa Morris – jury trial) co-counsel Ryan Fremuth
February 24, 2023 – Show Me The Justice Congratulations to Defense Attorney Ryan Fremuth for earning Not Guilty Verdicts for your client in Cause Numbers 1702399 – 1702401 out of the 263rd Criminal District Court for the offenses of
Continuous Sexual Abuse of a Child and Sexual Assault of a Child
(presiding judge – Melissa Morris – jury trial) co-counsel Matthew Mateer
February 24, 2023 – Show Me The Justice Congratulations to Prosecutor Kelly Marshall for earning a Guilty Verdict for the State of Texas in Cause Number 1690913 out of the 230th Criminal District Court for the offense of
Aggravated Assault on a Public Servant – Sentence: 37 Years in Prison and a $10,000 Fine
(presiding judge – Terry Flenniken – jury trial) co-counsel Morgan Kline
HOUSTON CHRONICLE – Driver accused of shooting Houston police car while fleeing Humble authorities
February 24, 2023 – Show Me The Justice Congratulations to Prosecutor Morgan Kline for earning a Guilty Verdict for the State of Texas in Cause Number 1690913 out of the 230th Criminal District Court for the offense of
Aggravated Assault on a Public Servant – Sentence: 37 Years in Prison and a $10,000 Fine
(presiding judge – Terry Flenniken – jury trial) co-counsel Kelly Marshall
HOUSTON CHRONICLE – Driver accused of shooting Houston police car while fleeing Humble authorities
February 23, 2023 – Show Me The Justice Congratulations to Defense Attorney Chris Downey for earning a Not Guilty Verdict for your client in Cause Number 1575162 out of the 176th Criminal District Court for the offense of
Murder
(presiding judge – Denise Bradley – jury trial) co-counsel Robert Pace
(Note: Chris Downey also earned a Not Guilty Verdict for this client in Cause Number 1609326 on December 9, 2021 for a different Murder charge allegedly committed on October 21, 2018)
February 23, 2023 – Show Me The Justice Congratulations to Defense Attorney Robert Pace for earning a Not Guilty Verdict for your client in Cause Number 1575162 out of the 176th Criminal District Court for the offense of
Murder
(presiding judge – Denise Bradley – jury trial) co-counsel Chris Downey
February 23, 2023 – Show Me The Justice Congratulations to Prosecutor Erica Robinson Winsor for earning a Guilty Verdict for the State of Texas in Cause Number 1587267 out of the 339th Criminal District Court for the offense of
Murder – Sentence: 40 Years in Prison
(presiding judge – Vanessa Velasquez – jury trial) co-counsel Michelle Oncken
CLICK2HOUSTON – Man accused of beating homeless man to death outside of Midtown apartments
February 23, 2023 – Show Me The Justice Congratulations to Prosecutor Michele Oncken for earning a Guilty Verdict for the State of Texas in Cause Number 1587267 out of the 339th Criminal District Court for the offense of
Murder – Sentence: 40 Years in Prison
(presiding judge – Vanessa Velasquez – jury trial) co-counsel Erica Robinson Winsor
CLICK2HOUSTON – Man accused of beating homeless man to death outside of Midtown apartments
February 23, 2023 – Show Me The Justice Congratulations to Prosecutor Steven Belt for earning a Guilty Verdict for the State of Texas in Cause Number 1235418 out of the 230th Criminal District Court for the offense of
Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child – Sentence: 60 Years in Prison
(presiding judge – Chris Morton – jury trial) co-counsel Simone Colson
February 23, 2023 – Show Me The Justice Congratulations to Prosecutor Simone Colson for earning a Guilty Verdict for the State of Texas in Cause Number 1235418 out of the 230th Criminal District Court for the offense of
Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child – Sentence: 60 Years in Prison
(presiding judge – Chris Morton – jury trial) co-counsel Steven Belt
(Note: Newly born Louis held on until the conclusion of the trial and was born the next day. Congratulations to Simone and the best of health for you and Louis!)
February 22, 2023 – Show Me The Justice Congratulations to Defense Attorney Todd Dupont for earning a Not Guilty Verdict for your client in Cause Number 1620421 out of the 185th Criminal District Court for the offense of
Indecency with a Child
(presiding judge – Andy Beall – jury trial)
February 22, 2023 – Show Me The Justice Congratulations to Defense Attorney Maverick Ray for earning a Not Guilty Verdict for your client in Cause Number 2383367 out of County Criminal Court at Law Number 16 for the offense of
Indecent Assault
(presiding judge – Darrell Jordan – jury trial)
February 21, 2023 – Show Me The Justice Congratulations to Prosecutor Brett Batchelor for earning a Guilty Verdict for the State of Texas in Cause Number 1683558 out of the 178th Criminal District Court for the offense of
Murder – Sentence: Life in Prison
(presiding judge – Kelli Johnson – jury trial) co-counsel Elizabeth Liberman
February 21, 2023 – Show Me The Justice Congratulations to Prosecutor Elizabeth Liberman for earning a Guilty Verdict for the State of Texas in Cause Number 1683558 out of the 178th Criminal District Court for the offense of
Murder – Sentence: Life in Prison
(presiding judge – Kelli Johnson – jury trial) co-counsel Brett Batchelor
February 21, 2023 – Show Me The Justice Congratulations to Prosecutor Jennifer McCoy for earning a Guilty Verdict for the State of Texas in Cause Number 1681638 out of the 180th Criminal District Court for the offense of
Sexual Assault of a Child – Sentence: 15 Years in Prison
(presiding judge – DaSean Jones – jury trial)
February 21, 2023 – Show Me The Justice Congratulations to Defense Attorney Justin Harris for earning an In Trial Dismissal for your client in Cause Number 2395690 out of County Criminal Court at Law Number 12 for the offense of
DWI
(presiding judge – Genesis Draper – jury trial)
Note: The following spreadsheets, standings, charts, graphs and compilations are NOT 100% accurate and should not be relied upon as authoritative information.
TRIAL WIN LEADERS from the Harris County Criminal Courthouse (February 7, 2017 through This Current Post Date). Congratulations to these fine Prosecutors and Defense Attorneys for earning verdicts for the state and your clients over the last 5+ years! Note: Trial wins consist of trial verdicts – sometimes more than 1 verdict per trial – 10 wins minimum for Prosecutors and 4 wins minimum for Defense Attorneys (Source: Show Me The Justice “Lawyers in Trial” Spreadsheet)
Show Me The Justice recognizes Public Defender Larry Williams for an excellent job earning a trial setting felony dismissal for your client in Cause Number 1590587 out of the 174th Criminal District Court for the offense of
Aggravated Robbery
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Equator Turner for an excellent job earning a trial setting felony dismissal for your client in Cause Number 1640700 out of the 248th Criminal District Court for the offense of
Burglary of a Building
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Mario Santos for an excellent job earning a trial setting felony dismissal for your client in Cause Number 1763890 out of the 232nd Criminal District Court for the offense of
Continuous Violence Against the Family
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Stephen Lekas for an excellent job earning a trial setting felony dismissal for your client in Cause Number 1695640 out of the 179th Criminal District Court for the offense of
Deadly Conduct
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney David Runcie for an excellent job earning a trial setting felony dismissal for your client in Cause Number 1755996 out of the 180th Criminal District Court for the offense of
Continuous Violence Against the Family
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Carl Haggard for an excellent job earning a trial setting felony dismissal for your client in Cause Number 1696666 out of the 208th Criminal District Court for the offense of
Robbery
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Elissa McBroom for an excellent job earning a trial setting felony dismissal for your client in Cause Number 1747244 out of the 351st Criminal District Court for the offense of
Assault Family Member
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Patrick Ruzzo for an excellent job earning a trial setting felony dismissal for your client in Cause Number 1745423 out of the 351st Criminal District Court for the offense of
Felon in Possession of a Weapon
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Cynthia Henley for an excellent job earning a felony dismissal for your client in Cause Number 1758871 out of the 228th Criminal District Court for the offense of
Aggravated Robbery
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Lara Autrey for an excellent job earning a trial setting felony dismissal for your client in Cause Number 1772650 out of the 230th Criminal District Court for the offense of
Assault on a Pregnant Person
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Tyler Flood for an excellent job earning a trial setting felony dismissal for your client in Cause Number 1736907 out of the 482nd Criminal District Court for the offense of
DWI – 3rd Offense
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Nick Poehl for an excellent job earning a trial setting felony dismissal for your client in Cause Number 1607971 out of the 179th Criminal District Court for the offense of
Continuous Sexual Abuse of a Child
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Joseph Gagliardi for an excellent job earning a trial setting felony dismissal for your client in Cause Number 1591898 out of the 262nd Criminal District Court for the offense of
Theft $2500 – $30K
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Wendy Baker for an excellent job earning a felony dismissal for your client in Cause Number 1762307 out of the 338th Criminal District Court for the offense of
Aggravated Assault Family Member
Show Me The Justice recognizes Public Defender Justice Houston for an excellent job earning a trial setting felony dismissal for your client in Cause Number 1762434 out of the 230th Criminal District Court for the offense of
Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Andrew Williams for an excellent job earning a trial setting felony dismissal for your client in Cause Number 1671927 out of the 228th Criminal District Court for the offense of
Attempted Sexual Assault
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Stanley Schneider for an excellent job earning a trial setting felony dismissal for your client in Cause Number 1738568 out of the 230th Criminal District Court for the offense of
Murder
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Kyle Sampson for an excellent job earning a trial setting felony dismissal for your client in Cause Number 1686859 out of the 230th Criminal District Court for the offense of
Burglary of a Habitation
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Paul Morgan for an excellent job earning a trial setting felony dismissal for your client in Cause Number 1752998 out of the 351st Criminal District Court for the offense of
Assault Family Member
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Jerome Godinich for an excellent job earning a trial setting felony dismissal for your client in Cause Number 1647779 out of the 262nd Criminal District Court for the offense of
Assault Family Member
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Maverick Ray for an excellent job earning a trial setting felony dismissal for your client in Cause Number 1654115 out of the 208th Criminal District Court for the offense of
Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Windi Pastorini for an excellent job earning a trial setting felony dismissal for your client in Cause Number 1732425 out of the 208th Criminal District Court for the offense of
Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Terrance Jewett for an excellent job earning a trial setting felony dismissal for your client in Cause Number 1782974 out of the 248th Criminal District Court for the offense of
Theft from the Elderly
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Yalila Guerrero for an excellent job earning a trial setting misdemeanor dismissal for your client in Cause Number 2397754 out of County Criminal Court at Law Number 11 for the offense of
DWI
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Herman Martinez for an excellent job earning a misdemeanor dismissal for your client in Cause Number 2396959 out of County Criminal Court at Law Number 5 for the offense of
DWI – 2nd Offense
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Myrecia Donaldson for an excellent job earning a trial setting misdemeanor dismissal for your client in Cause Number 2404843 out of County Criminal Court at Law Number 5 for the offense of
Terroristic Threat
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Julio Vela for an excellent job earning a trial setting misdemeanor dismissal for your client in Cause Number 2331764 out of County Criminal Court at Law Number 13 for the offense of
DWI
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Carmen Roe for an excellent job earning a misdemeanor dismissal for your client in Cause Number 2420002 out of County Criminal Court at Law Number 12 for the offense of
Unlawful Installation of a Tracking Device
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney David McKeand for an excellent job earning a trial setting misdemeanor dismissal for your client in Cause Number 2397653 out of County Criminal Court at Law Number 2 for the offense of
Assault
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Nathaniel Munier for an excellent job earning a trial setting misdemeanor dismissal for your client in Cause Number 2437794 out of County Criminal Court at Law Number 5 for the offense of
Assault
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Brad Beers for an excellent job earning a misdemeanor dismissal for your client in Cause Number 2422620 out of County Criminal Court at Law Number 11 for the offense of
Deadly Conduct
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Justin Dandridge Smith for an excellent job earning a trial setting misdemeanor dismissal for your client in Cause Number 2355355 out of County Criminal Court at Law Number 16 for the offense of
Unlawfully Carrying a Weapon
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Abel Izaguirre for an excellent job earning a trial setting misdemeanor dismissal for your client in Cause Number 2397566 out of County Criminal Court at Law Number 8 for the offense of
Assault
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Cory Roth for an excellent job earning a trial setting misdemeanor dismissal for your client in Cause Number 2397347 out of County Criminal Court at Law Number 8 for the offense of
Assault Family Member
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Carlos Rodriguez for an excellent job earning a trial setting misdemeanor dismissal for your client in Cause Number 2433692 out of County Criminal Court at Law Number 16 for the offense of
Assault Family Member
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Jim Butler for an excellent job earning a misdemeanor dismissal for your client in Cause Number 2364808 out of County Criminal Court at Law Number 8 for the offense of
DWI – 2nd Offense
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Marcos Adrogue for an excellent job earning a trial setting misdemeanor dismissal for your client in Cause Number 2401594 out of County Criminal Court at Law Number 15 for the offense of
Deadly Conduct
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Brian Ayson for an excellent job earning a trial setting misdemeanor dismissal for your client in Cause Number 2392326 out of County Criminal Court at Law Number 15 for the offense of
Unlawfully Carrying a Weapon
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Kelly Benavides for an excellent job earning a trial setting misdemeanor dismissal for your client in Cause Number 2400766 out of County Criminal Court at Law Number 9 for the offense of
Assault Family Member
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Lott Brooks for an excellent job earning a trial setting misdemeanor dismissal for your client in Cause Number 2431580 out of County Criminal Court at Law Number 9 for the offense of
DWI
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Staci Childs for an excellent job earning a trial setting misdemeanor dismissal for your client in Cause Number 2408583 out of County Criminal Court at Law Number 9 for the offense of
Interfering with the Duties of a Public Servant
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Riddhi Desai for an excellent job earning a trial setting misdemeanor dismissal for your client in Cause Number 2280382 out of County Criminal Court at Law Number 9 for the offense of
Terroristic Threat
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Ericon Garza for an excellent job earning a trial setting misdemeanor dismissal for your client in Cause Number 2393661 out of County Criminal Court at Law Number 14 for the offense of
Assault Family Member
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Keito Hurd for an excellent job earning a trial setting misdemeanor dismissal for your client in Cause Number 2402682 out of County Criminal Court at Law Number 9 for the offense of
Assault Family Member
Show Me The Justice recognizes Public Defender Amanda Koons for an excellent job earning a trial setting misdemeanor dismissal for your client in Cause Number 2417184 out of County Criminal Court at Law Number 3 for the offense of
Assault Family Member
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney James Reed for an excellent job earning a trial setting misdemeanor dismissal for your client in Cause Number 2389711 out of County Criminal Court at Law Number 9 for the offense of
Burglary of a Motor Vehicle
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Laurel Shedd for an excellent job earning a trial setting misdemeanor dismissal for your client in Cause Number 2402709 out of County Criminal Court at Law Number 9 for the offense of
Assault Family Member
Show Me The Justice recognizes Defense Attorney Kendra Vega for an excellent job earning a trial setting misdemeanor dismissal for your client in Cause Number 2404694 out of County Criminal Court at Law Number 9 for the offense of
Assault Family Member
Trials consist of a jury selected or a court trial initiated.
Great tips from the Harris County Court Reporters! I interviewed 12 of some of the best court reporters working the Harris County Criminal Courts and got their “inside information” on how jurors, lawyers, witnesses and judges can improve in trial to make it easier for the court reporter to take down ALL the information required of them for an excellent record.
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Judge Darrell Jordan County Criminal Court 16 – 9am-12p
Judge David Fleischer County Criminal Court 5 – 9am-12p
Judge Genesis Draper County Criminal Court 12 – 11am-1p
Judge Kelley Andrews County Criminal Court 6 – 9am-12p
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What does CHAT GPT think? (Artificial Intelligence)
ChatGPT’s Answer: Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) is a measure of the amount of alcohol present in the bloodstream. The BAC level determines the level of intoxication, which can affect an individual’s physical and mental functioning. The effects of alcohol on the body can vary depending on the individual’s height, weight, and gender, as well as the rate and amount of alcohol consumed.
This essay will examine how much alcohol it would take to reach a BAC of .20 for a 5-foot-10-inch individual weighing 200 pounds, as well as the amount of alcohol needed to reach a BAC of .08. Additionally, it will analyze how long it takes for alcohol to be eliminated from the body and how excessive drinking can affect the body as BAC levels increase.
To calculate how much alcohol is needed to reach a BAC of .20 for a 5-foot-10-inch individual weighing 200 pounds, it is important to understand that the rate of alcohol absorption and metabolism is unique to each individual. However, there are several factors that can affect the rate at which alcohol is absorbed and metabolized, including the individual’s weight and the amount of food consumed before drinking.
According to a blood alcohol content calculator from the American Addiction Centers, it would take approximately 10 drinks (one drink being equivalent to 1.5 oz of liquor, 12 oz of beer, or 5 oz of wine) to reach a BAC of .20 for an individual weighing 200 pounds. It is important to note that this calculation is based on average absorption rates and may vary based on individual factors.
To reach a BAC of .08, which is the legal limit for driving in most states in the United States, it would take approximately 4 drinks for the same individual. However, it is important to note that even at a BAC of .08, an individual may experience impaired coordination and judgment, making it unsafe to operate a vehicle.
Alcohol is metabolized in the liver at a rate of approximately .015 BAC per hour. This means that it would take approximately 13 hours for an individual with a BAC of .20 to metabolize all of the alcohol in their system. However, it is important to note that the rate at which alcohol is metabolized can vary based on individual factors such as age, gender, and liver function.
When BAC levels rise due to excessive drinking, the effects on the body can be severe. At a BAC of .20, an individual may experience impaired judgment, slurred speech, and difficulty walking. As BAC levels increase, the effects can become even more severe, potentially leading to loss of consciousness and alcohol poisoning.
Excessive drinking can also have long-term effects on the body, including liver damage, increased risk of certain types of cancer, and increased risk of cardiovascular disease. Additionally, excessive drinking can lead to increased risk of accidents and injuries, as well as legal and social consequences.
In conclusion, the amount of alcohol needed to reach a BAC of .20 for an individual weighing 200 pounds is approximately 10 drinks, while it would take approximately 4 drinks to reach a BAC of .08. Alcohol is metabolized at a rate of approximately .015 BAC per hour, and excessive drinking can have severe short- and long-term effects on the body. It is important to understand the risks associated with alcohol consumption and to drink responsibly.
ChatGPT’s Answer: In Harris County, Texas, a General Order Bond and a Pre Trial Release Bond are two different types of bonds used to secure the release of individuals who have been arrested and are awaiting trial.
A General Order Bond is typically set by a judge or magistrate at the time of booking, and it allows the defendant to be released from jail in exchange for posting a certain amount of money as collateral. The amount of the bond is usually based on the severity of the charges, the defendant’s criminal history, and other factors. If the defendant fails to appear in court for their scheduled hearings, the bond may be forfeited and the defendant could be re-arrested.
A Pre Trial Release Bond, on the other hand, is a type of bond that allows certain defendants to be released from jail without having to pay any money upfront. Instead, the defendant is released on their own recognizance, which means they are promising to appear in court for all scheduled hearings. However, the defendant may be required to meet certain conditions, such as attending drug or alcohol treatment programs, staying away from certain people or places, or complying with a curfew.
In general, Pre Trial Release Bonds are usually only granted to defendants who are considered low flight risks and who do not pose a significant threat to public safety. In contrast, General Order Bonds are typically set for all defendants at the time of booking, regardless of their risk level or the severity of their charges.
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