Andrew & Andrew on Texas Criminal Defense

Alyse Ferguson is the Chief Attorney of the Collin County Mental Health Managed Counsel Program (MHMC.) She is responsible for managing the specially trained attorneys, who represent indigent defendants diagnosed with mental illness. If you’re a defender, you need to listen to this episode and bolster your defense of those individuals who are suffering from a mental illness. Alyse gives you some t...

The Andrews talk about the differences in Temporary Restraining Orders and Emergency Protective Orders with Diondra Lindquist. Diondra is a close resource for The Andrews because she’s right down the hall! She’s a family and criminal defense attorney and handles a bunch of the stuff we just have no clue what to do with. Defenders, its only a matter of time before you have a case with a TRO or EPO...

The Andrews discuss a fan-submitted topic on this episode: What are some common ways people come into contact with police? We discuss what we think are the most common violations of the Transportation Code and our thoughts on possible defenses for some of them.

The Andrews discuss Article 17 of the CCP - all about Bond Conditions. The code, per usual, contains a few surprises you may be surprised to hear about. Join us for this one so you’re not caught off guard the next time your clients, or yourself, are looking at a Motion to Revoke Bond.

The Andrews are joined on this episode with Jason Niehaus, a partner at the law firm of Bodkin, Niehaus, Dorris & Jolley, to discuss his work on a groundbreaking appeal that every defender should be familiar with. His work in Watkins v. State expanded the Michael Morton Act by defining the work “material”. Read the Opinion here . Jason has been gracious enough to share his 39.14 discovery requ...

The Andrews talk about the process and procedure the State has to go through when wanting to seize your private property. Nick Davis and Blake Burns join us to discuss this controversial and often used method of officially sanctioned theft. Nick can be contacted here. Blake can be contacted here.

A third Andrew sits down with your favorite legal duo to discuss wrongful convictions. Andy Hale, a partner at Hale and Monico, shares with us his role in fighting for people who have been convicted, in proving their innocence, and in fully exonerating them of the crimes they were alleged to have committed. This is an inspiring episode that had both hosts shaking their head at how egregiously wron...

The Andrews discuss business formation and handling client’s money with Brent Mayr. Brent is board certified in criminal law, a successful solo attorney, and co-chair of the TCDLA ethics’ committee. He is also a frequent presenter at CLE’s statewide on this and many other topics. Listen in as he provides some pro-tips for safely handling the business side of your practice. TCDLA Ethics hotline: 51...

Listen in on the Andrews’ conversation about when you should speak to cops. Our rule of thumb is people shouldn’t ever speak to the authorities, most of the time it will NOT work out for you. But there are exceptions, the main one being that you will only talk with a lawyer present! We also go over some law regarding the subject that may be helpful to our defenders out there.

The Andrews sit down with Dr. Kevin Schug to discuss the chemical analysis, and composition, of marijuana. Dr. Schug schools the Andrews on the dangers of GC testing, why LC testing is better, and overall on the history of marijuana. Dr. Schug is a Shimadzu Distinguished Professor of Analytical Chemistry at the University of Texas at Arlington and a partner at Medusa Analytical. Defense attorneys...

Sherry Armstrong sits down with the Andrews to discuss our constitutional right to a Speedy Trial. This can be a confusing area of the law if you've never argued it in court. Sherry does a great job of breaking down the procedure and the law itself. If you have any questions regarding this, reach out to Sherry directly through her website at https://armstrongattorneyatlaw.com/

The Andrews discuss the different aspects of taking appointments in criminal cases. Its important to note that you need to find out what your local jurisdiction requires and then apply to be on the list. The Andrews, as always, have a great time discussing something that may not seem at first glance to be that important. But it is important, especially for those defendants who cannot afford an att...

This episode, the Andrews talk with the all-knowing Mimi Coffey about DWI cases that don’t involve alcohol. When a client is arrested for DWI but its based on THC usage, you still have many, many areas to attack. Listen as Mimi outlines more than a few areas of the State’s case that are ripe for picking. Mimi mentions the Clemson study, which can be found here: Clemson Study Have a question? Conta...

The Andrews discuss the government’s favorite holiday sting operation: the “No refusal weekend”. Listen as we discuss how ridiculous this misnomer is and, better yet, what you should do if you find yourself in this situation. Warriors, you should listen because, well, you love us and have nothing better to do. No trials = lots of time to listen to podcasts and dream of your next fight.

“Buckle up Sonny, it's the real world out here!” - Les’ DMV Examiner from the iconic 1988 movie License to Drive. This is our ultra interesting and fast paced episode of license suspensions! take the advice above and buckle up and slide on those wayfarers for this action packed ride where the Andrews cover suspension lengths, ALR hearings, and various chapters of the Transportation Code. It may be...

We know many of our listeners handle the big, scary cases in Texas. Cases like murder, aggravated assault, aggravated robbery, sexual assault. There are times when even the best of us shake our heads and don’t know how to best serve our clients. Thats where a mitigation specialist can really shine a light on the path forward. Listen to Victoria Rusk on this episode as she highlights what exactly m...

Todd is the author/editor of one of the best reference books for Texas criminal defense attorneys: Texas Crimes and Consequences. This is a must own for attorneys and is small enough to carry with you to court for quick reference. Click the link below to get your copy. Listen as Todd explains the idea behind the book, how he got into criminal defense, and his words of wisdom for other attorneys. h...

The Honorable Andrew Wright is the Presiding Judge of County Criminal Court #7 in Harris County. He recently held a jury trial in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic and he stops by to discuss with Andrew and Andrew the protocols put in place to ensure the health and safety of all participants. It was so successful that he has a handful of more trials scheduled through the end of the year. Judge Wr...

On this episode, we discuss what it means to be placed on probation and how a client can be revoked from their probation term. We cover both Motions to Adjudicate Guilt and Motions to Revoke Probation. Of course, the answer to most questions regarding these two motions are contained in 42a of the CCP. As Michelle Ochoa says, READ THE CHAPTER (looking at you, Andrew).

find out more at restoringjustice.org Books recommended by Drew: Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson The New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander Rethinking Incarceration by Dominique DuBois Gilliard Drew’s best piece of advice: “Fearless Love…do things that are the right things to do and don’t let fear hold you back.” Powerful words and an inspiring episode for any current or future attorney out there fighti...

Book recommended by Liz Wiggins Tiger Tactics by Billie Tarascio, Ryan McKeen, and William Umansky Contact Liz directly at https://www.georgetownlaw.net/

Today the Andrews bring on a civil attorney to discuss the advertising rules we all must comply with. Paul Wingo, partner at Hamilton Wingo, LLP, is a catastrophic injury attorney based in Dallas. He is a seasoned attorney and knows the ins and outs of the advertising rules; you’ll want to listen so you can stay right with the Bar. Contact Paul directly at https://hamiltonwingo.com/

Join us on this eye-opening discussion of the differences in representing defendants in State and Federal Court with probably the smartest attorney the Andrews know, William Biggs. Contact William directly at https://www.williambiggslaw.com/

Contact Jessica at: https://www.trla.org/hallettsville-office?rq=hallettsville

Join us for our "clip segment" show to celebrate our first year of production! We cover our favorite interviews, the best advice we have received, and other highlights from the past year.