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Lamberton, John William

Citation: Not availableDocket: PD-0332-96

Court: Court of Appeals of Texas; June 30, 2015; Texas; State Appellate Court

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Narrative Opinion Summary

Habern, O'Neil & Associates, attorneys representing John Lamberton in his upcoming review by the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles, has submitted a request for trial records related to Lamberton’s past convictions for injury to a child in Galveston County (Cause Nos. 92CR1006 and 92CR1007). The request seeks copies of the trial records while allowing for the redaction of identifiable victim information. A release authorizing the disclosure of these records has been included. The firm is prepared to cover any related production or mailing costs and emphasizes the urgency of the request, given the impending review process. Contact information for the law firm is provided, and they invite any inquiries regarding the request.

Legal Issues Addressed

Access to Trial Records for Parole Review

Application: The request for trial records is made to assist in the preparation for a parole review process, emphasizing the need for these records to advocate effectively on behalf of the client.

Reasoning: Habern, O'Neil & Associates, attorneys representing John Lamberton in his upcoming review by the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles, has submitted a request for trial records related to Lamberton’s past convictions for injury to a child in Galveston County.

Authorization for Disclosure of Trial Records

Application: The request is accompanied by a signed release, authorizing the disclosure of the requested trial records, thereby facilitating lawful access.

Reasoning: A release authorizing the disclosure of these records has been included.

Obligation to Cover Costs for Record Production

Application: The law firm expresses its willingness to bear the financial costs associated with the production and mailing of the trial records, indicating their commitment to obtaining these documents.

Reasoning: The firm is prepared to cover any related production or mailing costs and emphasizes the urgency of the request, given the impending review process.

Redaction of Identifiable Victim Information

Application: The request made by the law firm acknowledges the sensitivity of victim information and consents to the redaction of such details in the trial records to protect victim privacy.

Reasoning: The request seeks copies of the trial records while allowing for the redaction of identifiable victim information.