Texas

California Woman Makes History as First Female Labelled as Sexually Violent Predator in Texas Following Disturbing Crimes

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COMAL COUNTY, Texas — A landmark decision by a Comal County jury has led to Desiree Ham, a 37-year-old woman from San Diego, California, being labeled as Texas’s first female Sexually Violent Predator. This verdict emerges from a detailed investigation by the local sheriff’s office and highlights the severity of her crimes which began back in late 2009. At the age of 22, Ham initiated deceptive online relationships with two young teenagers, carefully orchestrating interactions that escalated from role-playing games to sexual engagements, according to the District Attorney’s Office in Comal County. By intertwining hundreds … Read more

Advocates Rally for Legislative Action During Human Trafficking Awareness Month in Texas Capitol

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AUSTIN, Texas — As advocates marked January’s Human Trafficking Awareness Month, supporters converged on the Texas State Capitol this week, calling for sweeping legislative changes to tackle the ongoing crisis of human trafficking. For nearly two decades, Texas has been a battleground in the war against this egregious violation of human rights, enhancing its measures through numerous legislative actions. Yet, the advocates stress that much work remains. This year’s rally on the Capitol’s south steps drew significant attendance from organizations dedicated to the anti-trafficking cause. A remarkable turnout underscored the broad coalition of groups united … Read more

Jury Awards $60 Million to Victim of Violent Assault by Security Guard at Texas Live! Event

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Arlington, TX – A staggering $60 million has been awarded to a man by a jury after a violent encounter at the Texas Live! venue in Arlington, where he was assaulted by a security guard. The incident, which occurred in 2019, involved the security guard smashing a glass on the man’s head, leading to serious injuries. The victim, identified as Adrian King, encountered a horrific situation during his visit to the entertainment complex when the unsettling event unfolded. According to legal documents, King was engaging in a verbal altercation with his girlfriend when the situation … Read more

Court Denies Texas Bar Admission to Lawyer Citing Unaccredited Online Law Degree

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Austin, Texas — A Texas appeals court has rejected the application of a lawyer seeking entry into the State Bar of Texas, citing her credentials from an unaccredited online institution. Deborah Sonnenschein, who earned her Juris Doctor degree through an online program, faced a setback as her appeal was dismissed by the Fifteenth Court of Appeals. Sonnenschein is already an established attorney with licenses to practice in both California and Massachusetts, and she is also admitted to two high-profile federal courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court. The legal stipulations regarding bar admissions require credentials from … Read more