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19 Aug 2009 Posted By Herman Martinez

A DWI Client Shares Their Experience

One of my clients, that had a DWI arrest dismissed, cleared from their record had the experience published. I was given permission to post it here. Despite getting the case dismissed the urge still existed to inform the public about…

03 Aug 2009 Posted By Herman Martinez

A First Time Felony Not Eligible For Pretrial Diversion

Is a first time felony eligible for pretrial diversion? Recently, I asked an important question relating to the Harris County District Attorney’s Office Pretrial Diversion Program. I wanted to know if a person charged with DWI with a child passenger…

11 Jun 2009 Posted By Herman Martinez

What is an “RIP” Call?

One of the most frustrating things about being a Houston Criminal Attorney is having to wait for the assigned prosecutor to do their “RIP” call. What is a “RIP” call? “RIP” stands for Restitution, Injury, and Punishment. It is the…

28 May 2009 Posted By Herman Martinez

Selective Probation in Harris County, Texas

New Probation Laws to Shock All:  Selective probation in Harris County, Texas? I do not agree.  As a Houston Criminal Defense Attorney, I must admit that I was shocked when I heard a rumor regarding the Harris County District Attorney’s Office…

26 May 2009 Posted By Herman Martinez

Get Your Bond Reduced

Getting a bond reduction is something that a lot of people eager to bond their loved ones out of jail do not think about.  In a lot of instances, a court will initially set a very high amount in a…