TX Courts

Texas Supreme Court Reverses Trial Court Judgment in AG v. Pflag, Inc.

The Texas Supreme Court reversed a trial court judgment in Office of the Attorney General v. Pflag, Inc. (Docket No. 24-0892), remanding the case. The dispute involved the Attorney General's use of a civil investigative demand (CID) to obtain documents related to potential Deceptive Trade Practices Act violations.

Texas Supreme Court Reverses Appeals Judgment in Realme Case

The Texas Supreme Court reversed an appeals court judgment in the case of City of San Antonio v. Nadine Realme. The court held that a community Thanksgiving "fun run" qualifies as "recreation" under the state's Recreational Use Statute, thus limiting the city's liability for ordinary negligence.

Keandre Foley v. State of Texas - Failure to Stop & Render Aid

The Texas Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction of Keandre Foley for failing to stop and render aid. Foley was sentenced to 12 years in prison for the second-degree felony.

Milton Coster Hill v. State of Texas - Sex Offense Case

The Texas Court of Appeals, 10th District, issued an opinion affirming a conviction in the case of Milton Coster Hill v. The State of Texas. The court addressed issues including the denial of a motion to recuse the trial judge, alleged judicial bias, and constitutional challenges to a sex offense statute. The disposition was affirmed.

Benson v. State of Texas - Criminal Appeal Dismissal

The Texas Court of Appeals, 10th District, has dismissed the criminal appeal of Akylon Kyle Benson. The dismissal is based on the trial court's certification indicating the defendant had no right of appeal following a plea bargain. The court issued its opinion on March 12, 2026.

Waco v. Holland - Plea to Jurisdiction Reversed

The Texas Court of Appeals reversed and rendered a trial court's decision, granting the City of Waco's plea to the jurisdiction. The court dismissed the appellees' claims against the City, finding that the trial court lacked jurisdiction.

Kenneth Wayne Hall v. the State of Texas - Possession of Firearm by Felon

The Texas Court of Appeals affirmed a ruling against Kenneth Wayne Hall, who was convicted of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon. The court found that Hall's complaint regarding impeachment of a witness was not preserved for appellate review.

Swisher v. State of Texas - Writ of Mandamus/Prohibition

The Texas Court of Appeals, 10th District, has dismissed an application for a writ of habeas corpus filed by Bryan Lacy Swisher. The court found it lacked jurisdiction to hear the case, as such jurisdiction rests with the Court of Criminal Appeals or lower courts.

Mizell v. Coggins - Protective Order Appeal Dismissed

The Texas Court of Appeals, 10th District, has dismissed the appeal in Kristina Mizell v. Terri Anne Coggins. The dismissal is due to the appellant's failure to file a required docketing statement by the court-imposed deadlines. This action pertains to a protective order case.

Cleve Wells v. Dustin Lee Chestnut - Landlord & Tenant Case Dismissed

The Texas Court of Appeals, 10th District (Waco) has dismissed the appeal in Cleve Wells v. Dustin Lee Chestnut, case number 10-25-00454-CV. The dismissal is for want of prosecution and failure to follow a directive of the Clerk of the Court.