Houston Criminal Appeals Attorney: Board Certified Post-Conviction Help for Harris County Cases

A criminal conviction in Houston or Harris County can feel like a devastating final blow, but it doesn't have to be the end of the fight. If you or a loved one has been found guilty of a crime in Houston, Pasadena, Sugar Land, Baytown, or any other community across the greater Houston metropolitan area, you still have critical rights and opportunities to challenge that outcome through a Texas criminal appeal. The Texas criminal justice system allows for appeals – a vital process to meticulously review your case for legal errors that may have impacted the verdict. This is often the last, best chance to fight for freedom and seek to clear a name.

Larman Law, PLLC, understands the immense weight and frustration that comes with a criminal conviction. The firm is dedicated to providing aggressive and expert legal representation for criminal appeals originating throughout the entire State of Texas, including all courts within Houston and Harris County, as well as surrounding counties like Fort Bend, Montgomery, and Galveston. Jason Larman, as a Board Certified Criminal Appellate Lawyer by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, offers unparalleled dedication and expertise to clients whose cases are heard by the First Court of Appeals and the Fourteenth Court of Appeals (both located in Houston), and, if necessary, the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals.

Why Board Certified Expertise Matters for Your Houston Criminal Appeal

Navigating the complexities of appellate law, particularly challenging convictions originating from Houston or surrounding Southeast Texas counties, requires a unique and highly specialized skill set. This is where Larman Law stands apart. Jason Larman is not just an experienced attorney; he is one of Texas's elite few – Board Certified in Criminal Appellate Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. This prestigious distinction signifies the highest level of dedication, proven skill, and recognized expertise in this incredibly complex and nuanced area of Texas criminal law.

Choosing a Board Certified Criminal Appeals specialist like Jason Larman means clients partner with an attorney who has:

• Proven Mastery: Demonstrated substantial, relevant experience in Texas criminal appeals, including those originating from Houston and Southeast Texas, and passed a rigorous examination specific to Texas appellate law.

• Focused Knowledge: A deep understanding of Texas appellate procedures, standards of review, and the specific types of legal errors that can lead to a new trial or overturned conviction in a Texas criminal appeal, applicable directly to cases from the Houston metropolitan area.

• Respected Credentials: Recognized by peers and the Texas Board of Legal Specialization for his proficiency and commitment to excellence in the field.

With well over 100 criminal appeals under his belt, and experience arguing before multiple Texas Courts of Appeals (including the First Court of Appeals and the Fourteenth Court of Appeals, which concurrently serve Houston criminal cases) and the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals (Texas' highest criminal court), Jason Larman brings a wealth of practical experience and a track record of advocacy to a client's case.

Meticulous Appellate Representation for Houston Cases

Successfully appealing a criminal conviction from Houston or anywhere in Harris County requires a systematic and diligent approach. Meticulous appellate representation by Larman Law typically involves:

• Exhaustive Record Review: Carefully examining every detail of the trial transcript, evidence, and court filings from a client's Houston case (often originating from the Harris County Criminal Justice Center or other local courthouses) to identify potential errors. This includes looking for issues such as:

  • Incorrect rulings by the trial judge

  • Ineffective assistance of counsel

  • Prosecutorial misconduct

  • Improperly admitted evidence

  • Errors in jury instructions

  • Sufficiency of the evidence

• In-Depth Legal Research: Thoroughly researching all relevant Texas statutes and case law pertinent to the identified errors, ensuring an appeal is grounded in strong legal precedent.

• Compelling Brief Writing: Crafting persuasive, well-reasoned appellate briefs that clearly articulate the legal errors and why they warrant relief from a conviction. This is where complex legal arguments are distilled into compelling narratives for the court.

• Skillful Oral Argument: If granted by the appellate court, presenting powerful and persuasive arguments directly to the justices of the First Court of Appeals or Fourteenth Court of Appeals in Houston, passionately setting out the reasons the court should rule in a client's favor and overturn a conviction.

Petitions for Discretionary Review: The Highest Level of Appeal for Houston Criminal Cases

For select criminal cases originating from Houston and Harris County that have received an unfavorable decision from the First Court of Appeals or Fourteenth Court of Appeals, that does not always signify the absolute end of the legal journey. Larman Law excels in preparing and filing Petitions for Discretionary Review (PDRs) with the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals, the highest criminal court in Texas.

PDRs are not a guaranteed right; they are a request for the highest court to exercise its discretion to review a case, typically reserved for issues of statewide importance or conflicts between appellate court decisions. Jason Larman's Board Certification in Criminal Appellate Law uniquely positions the firm to identify compelling legal questions and craft persuasive arguments to seek this rare and critical form of review for Houston clients. This represents potentially the final opportunity to achieve justice.

Time is Critical: Act Quickly to Protect Your Appellate Rights in Houston

The timeline for filing a criminal appeal in Texas is incredibly strict and unforgiving. Missing a deadline can permanently forfeit a client's right to appeal. If you or a loved one has been convicted of a crime in Houston or Harris County, it is absolutely crucial to act quickly and consult with an attorney who specializes in criminal appeals immediately.

While no attorney can guarantee a specific outcome, Larman Law offers strategic defense, proven advocacy, and the specialized expertise necessary to achieve the best possible result in a Texas criminal appeal. Don't let a conviction be the final word.

Contact Larman Law, PLLC, today for a confidential consultation, or book a phone consultation online, to discuss the specifics of a Texas criminal appeal from Houston or Southeast Texas.

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