RESULTS: Prison Freedom due to Ineffective Assistance of Counsel
Our client faced a challenging legal battle after pleading guilty to Possession of Marijuana in a Drug-Free Zone, a 3rd Degree Felony.
This plea came about due to poor legal guidance and ineffective assistance of counsel, leading him to believe that a plea deal was his best option. Unfortunately, he was unaware that his plea resulted in a mandatory 5-year prison term with no possibility of parole.
The Challenge
Navigating the complexities of the legal system can be daunting, especially when faced with a potentially life-altering sentence. Our client found himself in this exact situation, burdened by the thought of spending five years behind bars without any chance for parole.
The Solution
Recognizing the severity of the situation, the client’s wife sought out Jacob Blizzard, an experienced criminal defense attorney. With a keen understanding of the law and a commitment to justice, Jacob Blizzard took on the case, determined to rectify the injustice faced by our client.
The Outcome
Through relentless advocacy and expert legal maneuvering, Jacob Blizzard and Sarah Durham successfully challenged the previous plea agreement. Their efforts led to the total dismissal of the harsh 5-year prison sentence, ultimately securing our client’s freedom.
Here at Blizzard and Zimmerman Attorneys, we are dedicated to providing exceptional legal representation and fighting for the rights of our clients. If you or a loved one is facing legal challenges, contact us today to see how we can help.
About The Attorneys
Jacob Blizzard is board certified in both criminal law and criminal appellate law.
He regularly practices in the areas of state and federal criminal defense, criminal appeals, post conviction writs of habeas corpus. In Texas, there are more than 100,000 attorneys licensed to practice, but only 7,450 are board certified.
In the entire State of Texas, as of the 2019 certification year, there were only 87 attorneys board certified in both criminal law and criminal appellate law, making Mr. Blizzard one of 0.087% of attorneys in Texas to hold both of those certifications from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.
Attorney Sarah Durham’s post-conviction practice focuses on appellate advocacy.
She is passionate about the research and writing intrinsic to appellate and post-conviction writ work. She frequently uses her skills, including attention to detail and presenting the complex as comprehensible, when advocating for her clients.
Criminal Defense and Appeal Attorneys Jacob Blizzard and Sarah Durham work tirelessly to achieve the greatest possible results for each of our clients and their families. This is a selection of one of our many successful results, settlements, and verdicts. Every case and client is unique and depends upon the individual facts and circumstances of each case. Clients may or may not obtain the same or similar results in each case.
