TX-COURTS

Stewart v. Lee - Texas Court of Appeals Opinion Affirmed

The Texas Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's decision in Stewart v. Lee. The appellate court upheld the trial court's order granting Sharon Lee's Application for Issuance of Turnover Order and awarding attorney's fees to Lee. The Stewarts' various claims against Lee were dismissed.

Ex Parte Tasha Nicole Roy v. the State of Texas - Habeas Corpus

The Texas Court of Appeals, 9th District, dismissed the case of Ex Parte Tasha Nicole Roy v. the State of Texas. The dismissal was granted following the appellant's motion to dismiss the appeal as moot, which was filed before a decision was rendered.

Schiaffo v. State of Texas - Mandamus Case Denied

The Texas Court of Appeals, 9th District, denied a petition for writ of mandamus filed by William and Reba Schiaffo. The relators contended the trial court abused its discretion in resolving a discovery and sanctions dispute. The court found no abuse of discretion and denied the petition.

Antoine DeGrate v. State of Texas - Dismissed Appeal

The Texas Court of Appeals, 10th District, dismissed the appeal of Antoine Demetruis DeGrate. The court found it lacked jurisdiction over the case, which involved a failure to register as a sex offender. The dismissal was based on the untimeliness of the appeal and the nature of the claims presented.

Daniel Joseph Georgianni v. the State of Texas - Interference With Public Duties

The Texas Court of Appeals affirmed a conviction for Interference with Public Duties. The appellant was found guilty of refusing to exit a vehicle during a traffic stop, resulting in a $2,000 fine. The court addressed arguments regarding the police officer's oath of office.

De La Vega v. Imming - Appeal Dismissed

The Texas Court of Appeals, 8th District, dismissed the appeal in De La Vega v. Imming (Docket No. 08-25-00065-CV) on March 2, 2026. The dismissal was granted upon the unopposed motion of the appellants, who stated that the parties had settled their disputes.

Dunn Everett v. State of Texas - Assault Case

The Texas Court of Appeals, 8th District, affirmed the conviction of Dunn Everett for assault against a public servant. The court found that Everett failed to preserve error regarding voir dire, upholding his four-year sentence.

Kieston Dennard Allen v. State of Texas - Possession of Controlled Substance

The Texas Court of Appeals has abated and remanded the appeal of Kieston Dennard Allen v. State of Texas due to the overdue reporter's record. The trial court must determine the status of the record and ensure its completion by April 1, 2026, or arrange for a substitute reporter.

Tajaurae Jones v. State of Texas - Murder Case Affirmed

The Texas Court of Appeals affirmed the murder conviction of Tajaurae Jones. The court addressed Jones's challenges regarding self-defense and the omission of a jury instruction on the protection of property defense. The appeal was transferred due to docket equalization efforts.

Paula Norwood v. City of Austin - Case Dismissed

The Texas Court of Appeals, 8th District, has dismissed the civil appeal in Paula Norwood v. City of Austin, case number 08-26-00051-CV. The dismissal was granted upon the appellant's motion to voluntarily withdraw the appeal. The court also denied a motion to seal the record, citing lack of supporting authority.