Post-Conviction Investigations in Texas
At Watchful Eye Investigations, LLC we have a strong experienced investigative team that focuses on one of the most critical — and often misunderstood — stages of the criminal justice process: post-conviction investigations.
A conviction does not always mean justice was done.
Across Texas, individuals remain incarcerated due to constitutional violations, suppressed evidence, ineffective legal representation, or serious procedural errors. Post-conviction investigation is the process of uncovering those failures and bringing them to light through structured, evidence-based analysis.
What Is a Post-Conviction Investigation?
A post-conviction investigation involves a comprehensive review of a criminal case after trial and sentencing. This stage is often where critical issues surface that were overlooked, concealed, or inadequately addressed during the original proceedings.
Our investigations may include:
Full review of trial transcripts and court records
Analysis of discovery for Brady violations (suppressed exculpatory evidence)
Review of counsel's (Defense Lawyer) performance under Strickland v. Washington standards
Examination of forensic evidence and expert testimony
Investigation of witness coercion or recantations
Identification of juror misconduct or nondisclosure
Timeline reconstruction and evidentiary analysis
Securing sworn affidavits from witnesses
Preparation of professional investigative reports for habeas counsel
In Texas, post-conviction relief is commonly pursued under Article 11.07 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure for felony convictions. Our work supports attorneys preparing applications for writs of habeas corpus.
Common Issues Identified in Post-Conviction Cases
Through detailed case analysis, we frequently uncover:
Constitutional Violations
Fourteenth Amendment Due Process violations
Sixth Amendment Confrontation Clause issues
Brady violations (withheld favorable evidence)
Giglio violations (withheld impeachment evidence)
Ineffective assistance of counsel
Procedural and Structural Failures
Failure to test or disclose forensic evidence
Admission of improper extraneous offense evidence
Coerced confessions or witness intimidation
False or incentivized testimony
Incomplete or misleading police reports
Juror bias or failure to disclose relationships
Actual Innocence or Legal Innocence Indicators
In some cases, new evidence emerges that substantially undermines the reliability of the conviction. In others, legal errors rendered the trial fundamentally unfair.
A conviction obtained through constitutional violations is not a reliable conviction.
Why Post-Conviction Work Matters
Wrongful convictions harm not only the individual incarcerated but also the integrity of the justice system itself. Justice requires accountability at every stage — including after a verdict has been rendered.
Post-conviction investigation is often the first time a case receives a neutral, independent, and methodical review focused solely on constitutional compliance and evidentiary integrity.
At Watchful Eye Investigations, our mission is to ensure that:
Every piece of evidence is examined
Every constitutional issue is identified
Every procedural irregularity is documented
Every potential avenue for relief is explored
Serving Clients Across Texas
We conduct post-conviction investigations statewide, working directly with defense attorneys, families, and legal teams of your choice. Our services include:
Case file and transcript review
Constitutional violation analysis
Witness location and re-interview
Affidavit preparation
Investigative memoranda for habeas applications
Our work is structured, professional, and litigation-focused.
Educational Resource
To better understand the realities of post-conviction justice and how due process failures occur, we recommend:
Innocence and the Illusion of Due Process: A Look at Post-Conviction Justice
This book examines how constitutional violations happen, why wrongful convictions persist, and what families should understand about post-conviction relief.
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