Resources
The following resources are provided for informational purposes only and do not represent legal advice by the Law Office of Paula E. Silva. The Law Office of Paula E. Silva has no contractual relationship to any participants or entity portrayed by the informational content.
Here are some resources to get information on legal matters in Texas:
Texas Legal Services Center (TLSC): https://www.tlsc.org/ - Founded in 1981, Texas Legal Services Center is a nonprofit organization that provides legal advice, advocacy, representation, and education to underserved people across the state.
Texas Defender Service (TDS): https://www.texasdefender.org/ - TDS is a statewide non-profit that provides legal resources and representation to low-income Texans facing criminal charges. Their website has information on your rights when arrested, the bail process, and frequently asked questions about criminal defense.
Lone Star Justice Alliance: https://www.lonestarjusticealliance.org/ - The Lone Star Justice Alliance advocates for criminal justice reform in Texas. Their website has information on various criminal defense topics, including bail bonds and the right to counsel.
Texas Appleseed: https://www.texasappleseed.org/ - Texas Appleseed is a public interest justice center that advocates for criminal justice reform. Their website has resources on understanding your rights in the criminal justice system, as well as information on specific criminal charges.
Texas Center for Justice and Equity (TCJE): https://www.texascjc.org/ - TCJE is a non-profit that advocates for fair and just criminal justice policies in Texas. Their website has information on various criminal justice issues, including resources for people who have been arrested or charged with a crime.
In addition to these websites, the State Bar of Texas also offers some resources for the public on criminal defense, including information on finding a lawyer: State Bar of Texas: https://www.texasbar.com/.