What a lineup from beginning to end! Whether you are a new lawyer or a seasoned veteran, this seminar is not to be missed. Kinard 2024 will prepare lawyers for the latest challenges and help master the defense needed to represent your accused. The Kinard curriculum will help its attendees provide competent, professional, and ethical assistance for the entire DWI defense arena. Its lectures and demonstrations are structured on a building-block philosophy of topics. Each topic is... Details
When: November 5–6, 2026
Where: (In-Person, Livestream, or On Demand)
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Join TCDLA for an unforgettable CLE experience in the sun! Bring your family and enjoy a perfect blend of professional growth and oceanfront relaxation at South Padre Island. This event offers members the chance to earn CLE while enjoying the beautiful beach and vibrant atmosphere. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn, connect, and unwind with fellow... Details
When: July 8–12, 2026
Where: (In-Person)
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The Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association is proud to announce its 39th Annual Rusty Duncan Criminal Law Course. Named for the late Honorable M.P. “Rusty” Duncan III of the Court of Criminal Appeals, this course is designed to cover state law and scholarly topics as well as cases from the past year that impact your practice... Details
When: June 18–20, 2026
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We are the Guardians of the Rights everyone holds most sacred. We must fight to protect those rights for everyone, especially those who are less fortunate and those who are mentally ill. We are the wall between our clients and the State of Texas. Remember if you are not steadfast in protecting these sacred rights, the State will easily break down that wall and more harshly punish your client at all... Details
When: April 10, 2026
Where: (In-Person)
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The 32nd Annual MSE features intensive attention on blood testing for drugs and alcohol, as well as effective practical strategies in breath test cases. Renowned lab auditor Janine Arvizu addresses issue spotting in blood testing and Pharmacologist Dr. Jimmie Valentine addresses analytical and toxicology issues, with particular attention on THC testing. Dana Delger (CA) will do a deep dive into the mysteries of the Organization of Scientific Area Committees (OSAC) for Forensic... Details
When: March 26–27, 2026
Where: (In-Person)
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NO ONLINE REGISTRATION - Application Deadline: Coming Soon
The College is an intensive program of practice exercises, enhanced by faculty demonstrations and personal supervision. Enrollment is limited to 80 students, who are selected to participate by an application and registration process. A week before the College, students receive course materials simulating a case file, including police reports and witness statements. Preparation is essential because through the week students... Details
When: March 22–27, 2026
Where: (In-Person)
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Are you a law student or a lawyer with less than five years of experience eager to navigate your criminal defense career effectively? Don't miss this golden opportunity! Register now for this unique online interactive event, and bring your career path questions to some of Texas's best criminal defense attorneys!
When: February 28, 2026
Where: Livestream
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4:00 PM TCDLEI Zoom Board Meeting: The Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Education Institute (TCDLEI) is committed to ensuring the fair administration of justice in Texas through the continuing legal education of criminal defense lawyers and their staff.
When: February 26, 2026
Where: Livestream, TX
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Attorneys representing indigent clients often face unique challenges in their practices. The clients are often unique, as well as the cases that bring them to the justice system. The indigent Defense seminars are designed to provide a broad overview of issues most relevant to attorneys who represent indigent clients
When: February 20, 2026
Where: (In-Person)
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We invite all MAC offices to come and bring their entire team to build relationships with other MAC Offices in Texas.
When: February 19–20, 2026
Where: (In-Person)
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This Veterans CLE will be an opportunity for lawyers who represent veterans to 1) learn about getting and using military, medical, and VA records in Veterans Treatment Courts, other courts, and administrative proceedings 2) learn about legal and practical issues unique to these clients and 2) find out which Texas lawyers and organizations can advise and assist you in your... Details
When: February 13, 2026
Where: Livestream
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Research shows that capital defendants are made, not born. They are made by the circumstances in which they are raised by the culture they learn, the mental capacities they inherit, the drugs that they are exposed to, and the coping skills they develop as they mature.Fighting for the lives of clients the State sought to execute.
When: February 6, 2026
Where: (In-Person)
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Whether this is your first brief or your hundredth brief - as defenders, we can all be better. This seminar will assist trial attorneys in understanding how to best preserve error for a possible appeal. Appellate attorneys can raise their game to the next level with an in depth look at Marin, the Code Construction Act, and where the law is headed. Hear from some of the best in the field on ways to better your... Details
When: February 5, 2026
Where: (In-Person)
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When: February 4, 2026
Where: Livestream
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