Andrew & Andrew on Texas Criminal Defense

The Andrews are joined, once again, with Julie Balovich and Shane O’neal who, no one is surprised to hear, are winning once again out west. Listen in as we discuss the latest shenanigans these two have come across. We’ll discuss the Motion to Disqualify and Motion to Dismiss filed by Shane and you’ll be shocked by the outcome of this trial. Click here to see the Motions

The Andrews are delighted to have Courtney Miller back on the show to discuss a crazy situation (yes, another one!) with a client she recently got a dismissal on! Take a listen to learn some things about representing those wrongly accused!

42A.054 is confusing, especially when you throw the Government Code in the mix.

The Andrews discuss what constitutes testimonial evidence. In doing so, we look at the Crawford Analysis and the Davis Rule.

The Andrews discuss objections in today’s episode. Listen in on our tips for preparing to make objections and maybe re-thinking how often you should make objections.

The Andrews discuss some new laws going into effect September 1. Emphasis on some…there’s lots to cover. Defenders, get your butt over to a CLE to learn more.

Defenders, we’ve known we’re pretty big deals for quite some time but this is getting ridiculous. Two bills we’ve discussed on our show recently failed to become laws in Texas. Changes to 39.14 failed to leave committee and the THC prohibition bill was vetoed by the Governor. Power corrupts and absolute power corrupts absolutely, and we cannot wait to abuse this power.

As Defenders, its important to remember who we’re fighting for and what our clients’ rights are.The Andrews discuss just that in this episode.

Happy Law Day, Defenders! The Andrews sit down with Professor Emerita Lynne Rambo of Texas A&M University School of Law to discuss the dangerous precedent being set out of the executive branch with the attacks on the judiciary. This concerned Professor Rambo so much she decided to do something about it with a group of colleagues from around the country. They developed a simple yet powerful...

The Andrews have the pleasure of discussing indigent defense with none other than James McDermott, Chief Public Defender for the Far West Texas Regional Public Defender’s Office. Listen in on what it takes to establish, grow, and run an office which has become vital to their area.