Law Office of Brett A. Podolsky - Criminal Defense Attorney
In the criminal justice system, defendants can be charged with crimes based on their specific actions. For example, a person who steals a car can face legal charges and potentially be convicted because they committed an action that is in violation of the law. However, the legal system also considers the state of mind of […]
A recent story out of Missouri City, Texas has brought to light the reality of money laundering crimes in Texas. Most people hear the term “money laundering” and imagine a massive operation that takes place inside of a multi-million dollar business firm. Likewise, hearing the term “theft” can make people imagine low-level robberies carried out […]
When someone is convicted of a crime in Texas, they may get the opportunity to file an appeal regarding their case. This is usually done in an attempt to get a different verdict from the one that was established at a trial. Although many defendants are able to file appeals, there is not a right […]
The Sixth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees your right to hear the charges against you and obtain a speedy trial. To ensure your Sixth Amendment rights are not violated, courts offer an arraignment shortly after an arrest. During an arraignment, you will formally hear the charges against you and be asked to plead guilty […]
Disclaimer: This article is not intended as legal advice and does not reflect the opinions of the Law Office of Brett A. Podolsky. Whenever a crime is committed, it is the job of the prosecution to prove that the accused committed the crime, beyond any shred of reasonable doubt. In fact, many times the alleged […]