The Sterling Law Firm

02/18/2026

Fresh Start is THIS Saturday, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., at the Harris County Jury Plaza in downtown Houston.

👉 Record Sealing: Eligible participants must attend in person to receive services. (Registration is full. No walk-ins.)
👉 Know Your Rights Workshop: Join the University of Houston Law Center Criminal Justice Clinic to learn your rights when interacting with police or facing criminal charges. Bring your questions!
👉 Crime Victim Resources: Connect with the Harris County District Attorney's Office for support and resources for crime victims and domestic violence survivors.
👉 Civil Legal Help: Visit South Texas College of Law Houston Legal Clinics to see if you qualify for assistance with civil matters.
👉 Consular Services: Meet with Consulado General de México en Houston for legal services and document assistance for Mexican citizens.
👉 Community Support: Register with Harris County Public Health ACCESS Harris County for help with education, food, jobs, counseling, health care, housing, transportation, and more.
👉 Justice System Support: Learn about legal resources and social services from the Harris County Office of Managed Assigned Counsel- "MAC Office".
👉 Voter Registration: Register to vote with the Harris County Voter Registrar.

🔗 Learn more: www.ccl.hctx.net/FreshStart.htm

Harris County Public Defender's Office + Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department + Office of Constable Alan Rosen, Harris County Constable Precinct 1 + Harris County District Courts

02/17/2026

02/14/2026

This Valentine’s Day, we want to remind all of you:
Love should feel safe.
Love should feel respectful.
Love should never hurt.

If your relationship leaves you feeling afraid, pressured, belittled, or controlled, you are not alone, and help is available. 24HR Hotline: 281-286-2525

01/29/2026

Healthy relationships don’t just happen; they’re built.

Join us for Building Your Best Relationships, an interactive session focused on real-life scenarios, communication skills, boundaries, and red & green flags.

Feb. 27th at 4:30 PM at Clear Lake City–County Freeman Branch Library.

Open to teens & young adults (But parents welcome!)

Register using the QR code OR this link: https://forms.gle/n4Ks27XcpEVAahf48

01/26/2026

01/26/2026

January is Stalking Awareness Month.

Stalking isn’t about affection or persistence — it’s about control.
It can include repeated unwanted contact, monitoring, threats, or showing up uninvited — and it often escalates over time.

Awareness helps people recognize warning signs earlier and seek support sooner.
Stalking can happen in person or online — if you’re concerned about your safety, our hotline is confidential and available 24/7: 281-286-2525

01/25/2026

01/25/2026

Despite the inclement weather impacting the Houston region, HAWC’s essential staff will be onsite to support survivors in need of services.

Abuse doesn’t stop when the weather is bad. Our crisis response center is available 24/7 via our free hotline and live chat feature at www.hawc.org

Ensure calls continue being answered; please consider financially supporting survivors at hawc.org/donate. 💜

01/25/2026

01/25/2026

Violence doesn’t just affect one household — it ripples outward.

The children who witness abuse aren’t “someone else’s problem.”
They are part of our schools, our neighborhoods, and our community.
And without support, education, and healthy examples, trauma can quietly shape how they understand relationships — or what warning signs they miss.

This is why prevention, early intervention, and trauma-informed support matter.
Because protecting children today helps prevent violence tomorrow.

01/23/2026

Galveston County Jury Duty update.

🚨JURY DUTY POSTPONED🚨

A MESSAGE FROM DISTRICT CLERK JOHN D. KINARD

JURY DUTY for Monday, January 26, 2026 has been POSTPONED to TUESDAY, JANUARY 27, 2026 due to weather conditions. Please DO NOT appear at The Justice Center on Monday, January 26, 2026.
Please appear for jury service on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at the time indicated on your summons. If you have any questions please email our office at [email protected]

Thank you.
John D. Kinard
District Clerk
Galveston County