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Russ Hunt Jr.

Russ Hunt Jr.

Russ Hunt Jr Criminal Defense
  • White Collar Crime, Criminal Law, Domestic Violence ...
  • Texas
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Biography

Russell D. Hunt, Jr.'s law practice focuses on the defense of federal and state criminal accusations.

Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization since 2000.

Rated "AV-Preeminent" by his peers through Martindale-Hubbell in 2009.

Named a Texas "SuperLawyer" by Texas Monthly Magazine since 2008.

President of the Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association in 2006-2007

President of the Williiamson County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association in 2015-2016

Office in Georgetown or Round Rock since 1996.

Lives in Round Rock

Practice Areas
White Collar Crime
Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
DUI & DWI
Stockbroker & Investment Fraud
Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • Contingent Fees
    I accept contingent fees for non-criminal matters like asset forfeiture matters
  • Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
    Most cases are handled on a flat fee basis.
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Texas
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5th Circuit
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U.S. Supreme Court
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US District Court, Western District of Texas
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Owner
Russ Hunt Jr Criminal Defense
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Associate Attorney
Law Office of Russ Hunt Sr
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Began law practice working as criminal defense attorney with father in Waco, Texas
Education
University Of Texas
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
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College of Queen Mary and Westerfield
S.J.D. | International Law
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Activities: Semester in London program through University of Texas School of Law
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Austin College
B.A. (1991) | Philosophy
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Activities: Rho Lambda Theta Fraternity Varsity Cheerleader
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Awards
Ray Bass Legal Professionalism Award
Williamson County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
AV-Preeminent Peer Review Rating
Martindale-Hubbell
Professional Associations
Texas State Bar  # 00790937
Member
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Williamson County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
President
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Williamson County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Vice President
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Williamson County Criminal Defense Lawyers' Association
Founding Board Member
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Activities: Founded the Association with a handful of fellow Williamson county criminal defense attorneys
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Homeowner's Association of Lake Forest, Round Rock Texas
Secretary
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Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Associate Board Member
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Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Presiding Director
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Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Secretary
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Speaking Engagements
Jury Selection in Capital Cases, Capital Defense-A Practical Approach, Austin Bar Association
Capital Area Private Defender Service
Certifications
Criminal Law
Texas Board Of Legal Specialization
Websites & Blogs
Website
Main Website for Russ
Blog
Georgetown Texas Criminal Lawyer
Legal Answers
3 Questions Answered
Q. The lawyer says that Probation is out of the question what does that mean
A: Some crimes like murder don't allow for the possibility of probation from a jury.

Some crimes are so offensive to a jury that there is no way if they convict that they will give probation, but the judge might have a different perspective and might either give deferred adjudication or less prison time if the person is convicted. An example is sexual assault of a child. If the jury believes the person is guilty it is very unlikely to give him probation. Some judges are tougher on these cases than others.

The lawyer most likely knows the judge's predispositions and can give you the best advice for how to proceed.
Q. Im16 and a girl 19 wants to have sex is it illegal
A: The rule in Texas is if you're 16 and she's within 3 years of your age it's legal so you need to check her birthday against yours. Technically if she's 3 years and one day it's sexual assault.
Q. If a defendant chooses to defend themselves.. Can a judge declared them incompetent without a psychologist or physician
A: When a person wants to defend themselves the judge has to decide whether the person is competent in the sense that they understand the system well enough not to hurt themselves too badly. This is different from whether they are competent in the psychological sense.

Being incompetent to represent yourself simply means that you must be represented by a lawyer, and the judge will decide this without input from a psychologist or psychiatrist.
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Contact & Map
Georgetown Law Office
310 South Austin Avenue
GEORGETOWN, TX 78626
Telephone: (512) 930-0860
Telephone: (512) 474-5114
Fax: (512) 857-0746