The Collin County Observer first broke the story of the looooong investigation of one of the sitting judges in Collin County. (The other judge investigation was already dismissed). For most news stories, the story would be about the wrongdoing of the judges being investigated. But once again, for Collin County,…
Frisco City Council has an upcoming contested Election. Looks like there will be a debate by the candidates tomorrow at Hall Office Park (right near where our offices are located). Wednesday, April 21st, beginning at 6:00 p.m. at the Hall Office Park Conference Center located at 2401 Internet Blvd. The…
Congratulations to the new (almost) judges of Collin County. – Scott Becker will become the next District Judge in the 219th replacing retiring Judge Henderson. – Jay Bender will become the next judge of Court 6. – Lance Baxter will become the next judge of Court 3 (assuming he is…
Yesterday, our firm found ourselves in an odd position. A case of ours was set for trial, and we were ready to go. (That’s not the odd part). The odd part is that although we were willing to waive the jury and allow the judge to make the determination of…
Thanks to Scott over at Grits for Breakfast for bringing us some quotes from lawmakers about . In his article, Bill author says "overly punitive" Driver Responsibility surcharge a "mistake", he tells of of a quote from Former state Rep. Mike Krusee, R-Round Rock, who authored the omnibus transportation law…
Always nice to see the Dallas Morning News reporting on Collin County justice issues. (Even nicer when they quote me). This case was first reported by the CCO, and then a lengthy response and explanation of the law was made by me. Basically, the guy wanted to plea guilty and…
Well, it looks like Dallas doesn’t like the breathalyzer either. An article in the DMN today explains that the Dallas PD wants to start forcefully taking blood from DWI suspects. I still haven’t understood why the legislature enacts a law like the one listed below, then skirts the issue:…
Bill over at the CCO is keeping us up to date on the Mark Bell case. The case involves missing evidence, a search of an attorney’s private office, and a murder case. What’s not to be interested in?? Interestingly enough, the attorney’s office who was searched is Keith Gore, currently running…
Recently, a questionnaire was sent out to the candidates for Collin County Court at Law Judges along with the Justice of the Peace candidates. The questions were put together by myself, the Collin County Observer, and McKinneynews.net. Most candidates answered and below is their responses which all came in…
Recently, we sent out 10 questions to the DA candidates. I will go back and analyze some of the answers soon. Unfortunately, my blog platform is having problems, and I am not able to edit these post very well right now. As soon as it’s back up, I’ll add more.…