How do criminal justice statistics play a role in providing competent legal advice? Rule 2.01 of the Texas Rules of Professional Conduct provides “in advising or otherwise representing a client, a lawyer shall exercise independent professional judgment and render candid advice.” The notes to this rule go on to explain that a client is entitled […]
March 3, 2014 By Leave a Comment
Collin County Misdemeanor Statistics
By Allen, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyer Kyle T. Therrian Office Number: (972) 562-7549 24 Hr Jail Release: (214) 403-6522 Statistics are intriguing. Each year the Texas Office of Court Administration (“OCA”) publishes criminal justice statistics for counties across the state, including Collin County. This article discusses the Collin County Misdemeanor statistics for the year 2013. […]
