As an "academic," I've been told many time I should embrace statistics. But I don't. I know that there are many ways to skew facts and even well meaning researchers can come to results that apparently have one cause, but actually have another. I am going to pick apart your statistics because it would be too time consuming. If I did take the time, I'd have to bill you for it...
I don't practice Criminal Law in Texas, but I have a great amount of knowledge of the justice system here in Houston and knowledge firsthand in Louisiana.
The historical lack of a formal Public Defender office HAS been a detriment in my experience. That does not in any way mean that those individuals choosing to practice Crimianl Law are any thing but zealous advocates for their clients.
I don't have statistics to back it up, but I'll tell you why I think the most trials end in a conviction. It's called a Plea Bargain. Most cases end this way. Many times a competent attorney will negotiate a deal to avoid stiff jail time, fines, expense, etc. You can also make the argument that prosecutors also dismiss any cases they can't win. That is not an acquittal, but I guarantee that the client is even happier.
Additionally, you claim that SJ is making personal attacks on you. Well, you make horribly unfair statements about ethics that insult and demean every lawyer in Texas. Thanks.
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