Criminal Defense

Choosing Legal Help: Public Defender or Private Attorney?

August 1, 2025
McKenziescott
Civil Rights, Criminal Defense
attorney

Selecting the right legal representation can feel like a big decision, especially when your well-being could be at stake. Should you go with a public defender or hire a private attorney? Both options have their strengths, but what works for one person might not suit another. The key is understanding

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Attorney Q&A: If you’re pleading guilty, do you still need a lawyer?

July 17, 2025
McKenziescott
Criminal Defense
Lawyer

Pleading guilty might feel like a simple step, especially when the facts appear clear. But it’s a weighty decision that carries lasting consequences. You’re not just admitting fault—you’re entering a legal process that can affect your future in ways you might not expect. That includes your job, your record, and

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Reed v. Goertz: Criminal defendant challenges Texas post-conviction DNA statutes

May 9, 2023
McKenziescott
Criminal Defense
Criminal defendant challenges Texas post-conviction DNA statutes

U.S. Supreme Court holds that Section 1983 procedural due process claim accrues when state-court litigation ends

Reed v. Goertz, the Supreme Court granted certiorari to determine when a cause of action accrues (and thus when the statute of limitations period starts running) for a plaintiff’s claim under 42 U.S.C.

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