RESULTS: Client receives 3-year federal sentence instead of 15–30 years in Sex Crime. In a significant legal triumph, board-certified federal criminal defense attorney Jacob Blizzard successfully secured a remarkably reduced sentence for his client, who faced severe charges related to the solicitation and receipt of sexually explicit photos of a minor. Through diligent efforts and…
Blizzard and Zimmerman Attorneys realize that being accused of a sex crime is stressful. And a conviction for a sex crime carries serious consequences here in Texas that can include: Time in a county jail or a Texas prison Lifetime Sex offender Registration, and The loss of your civil rights – including gun rights. From…
If you or a loved one is facing allegations of a sex crime, your first step should be obtaining legal representation immediately. You may have been contacted by a law enforcement agency to discuss allegations of a sex crime, but haven’t been charged yet, you need legal help fast. Early intervention is critical to your…
Did you know that in the state of Texas, there are more than 96,000 registered sex offenders? The Lone Star State is one of just a handful of states that require lifetime registration for some convicted sex offenders. In Texas, all convicted sex offenders are required to register with the state sex offender registry….
Were you or your loved one arrested or do you even think that you might be under investigation for an alleged aggravated criminal sexual assault in the greater Abilene – area? We encourage you not to speak to authorities, even family members or friends, and contact an attorney as soon as possible to discuss your…
RESULTS: Not Guilty Verdict in Mandatory 25-Year Sentence Sex Abuse Charges In a remarkable legal win, Attorney Jacob Blizzard successfully defended a client against severe accusations that could have resulted in a lifetime behind bars. The client’s charges included three counts of sex abuse: Continuous Sexual Abuse of a Child Two counts of Aggravated Sexual…
RESULTS: Minimum sentence in Sexual Assault of a Child Navigating the legal system is never easy, especially when facing serious charges. But with the right strategy and support, justice can be served fairly. We’re pleased to announce a significant legal victory for our client, who received the minimum sentence allowed by law after…
RESULTS: Juvenile certification denied on two sexual assault of a child charges. Cases dismissed. Our client was an autistic young man and the State of Texas had charged him with two sexual assaults from when our client was between 12-15 years old. The state sought to bring adult charges because of delayed outcries. A delayed…
RESULTS: Reduced Sentence – Ineffective Assistance of Counsel Meet our client, an 18-year-old African refugee who found himself facing a daunting sentence for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. What seemed like an open-and-shut case was anything but. Attorneys Jacob Blizzard and Morgan Walker dug deeper and discovered a far more complex story. The Untold…
Blizzard and Zimmerman, Attorneys and Counselors at Law proudly announce Associate Attorney Sarah Durham has been named as the firms first female Partner. With her exceptional dedication and exemplary leadership in spearheading the Post-Conviction Division, Durham’s elevation recognizes her invaluable contributions and commitment to the firm’s success. Joining Blizzard and Zimmerman in 2020, Durham emerged…
