Year: 2021

The use of deadly force by police officers on Black suspects was a hot button topic in 2020. The issue will again come to the fore in 2021 when the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals looks again at the case of the conviction of a former North Texas police officer who killed an unarmed Black…

Most people are familiar with the term “resisting arrest.” While you may think you know what it means, are you truly familiar with how someone can get charged with resisting arrest in Texas? Specifically, are there ever instances in which it’s okay to resist arrest? What if a police officer is placing you under arrest…

Broden & Mickelsen, LLP has enjoyed considerable success representing individuals charged with sex crimes. Many of our clients have had their charges dismissed or have been found NOT GUILTY by juries. Dallas, TX , Jan. 06, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Help everyone understand what consent means and to help people avoid placing themselves in situations…