by Megan Cook | Aug 28, 2013 | Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense
The uniformed police officer walks up to you and says in an authoritative tone “excuse me, sir. A bank was robbed two blocks back, and the culprit is described to have a blue hoodie on. I noticed you have a blue hoodie. Can we discuss this situation?”...
by Megan Cook | Aug 13, 2013 | Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Family Violence, RECENT SUCCESS, Recent Success, RECENT SUCCESS
On August 12th, 2013, a jury of twelve acquitted our innocent client of the 3rd Degree Felony Charge: “assault family violence choking.” In addition, the jury acquitted the client of standard assault. We were very pleased with this result, and worked...
by Megan Cook | Jul 11, 2013 | Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Gun Charges, Gun Charges / Unlawful Carrying, Legal News, LEGAL TREND TOPICS
Imagine that you are a criminal defendant. You have been charged with the crime of murder. One day, in the middle of the afternoon, a man approached you, and for no reason, physically attacked you. In your defense, you pulled your concealed carry weapon and shot...
by Megan Cook | Apr 16, 2013 | Criminal Defense, Texas Penal Code
When a first time offender is charged with a crime in San Antonio, Texas, we find that there is one thing in the forefront of the accused criminal’s mind: “Am I going to jail?!” No, You are (Most Likely) Not Going to Jail In San Antonio, Texas, first...
by Megan Cook | Apr 3, 2013 | Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, DWI, Evading Detention, Evidence & Criminal Procedure, Gun Charges, Gun Charges / Unlawful Carrying, Juvenile Offenses, Marijuana & Controlled Substances, MTR (Motion to Revoke Probation), State Drug Charges, THEFT & Property Crime
Criminal Law Easy Illustrative Explanation When a person asks, “what is criminal law?” it is best to explain how the body of law works in the context of a regular person in every day life. Bobby goes to Dillard’s and he hides a purse in his jacket....
by Megan Cook | Feb 5, 2013 | Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Record, RECENT SUCCESS, Recent Success, RECENT SUCCESS
Today, our Firm was notified that two Cook & Cook Client’s had their possession of a controlled substance (possession of drugs 1-4 grams) cases DISMISSED with the Attorneys at the Cook & Cook Law Firm by the local District Attorney’s office. Both...
