Friday, June 26

Public Interest

Federal lawsuit alleges woman was wrongfully detained by her own lawyer and judge in Harris County courtroom
Houston, Public Interest

Federal lawsuit alleges woman was wrongfully detained by her own lawyer and judge in Harris County courtroom

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A federal lawsuit and newly issued community alert by Dr. Candice Matthews allege multiple civil rights violations inside the Harris County court system, including allegations that a woman was wrongfully detained by both her attorney and the presiding judge during a felony criminal proceeding. The individual at the center of the lawsuit has requested anonymity due to concerns over alleged doxxing, harassment, and reported death threats. Dr. Matthews, a nationally recognized civil rights advocate, issued a public alert following a civil rights investigation into the allegations. According to the federal complaint, the plaintiff alleges she was denied the ability to hire and retain counsel of her choosing, despite the attorney being privately hired and paid by h...
Allegations of tax fraud, fake aliases, and real estate misconduct surround husband and wife duo
Houston, Public Interest

Allegations of tax fraud, fake aliases, and real estate misconduct surround husband and wife duo

HOUSTON, TX – A series of public statements issued by Dr. Candice Matthews detail multiple allegations involving husband and wife duo Nikki and Robbin Jones, including a regulatory complaint, tax fraud allegations, alias discrepancies, and concerns related to nonprofit operations. According to Dr. Matthews, a formal complaint has been submitted to the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) involving Robbin Jones. TREC has acknowledged receipt and is currently reviewing whether it has jurisdiction to open a formal investigation. No findings or determinations have been made at this time. Separate allegations accuse Nikki Jones of improper tax preparation practices. A former worker allegedly submitted records showing returns filed with non-existent dependents and inflated refunds, ...
Allegations and past charges surface against congressional candidate Jarvis Johnson
Houston, Public Interest

Allegations and past charges surface against congressional candidate Jarvis Johnson

HOUSTON, TX – Texas congressional candidate Jarvis Johnson is facing mounting public scrutiny following a series of misconduct allegations shared on social media and the resurfacing of past criminal charges. Johnson has issued a Facebook video dismissing the claims as false and attention-seeking. Messages shared by Dr. Candice Matthews include accusations from individuals who allege misconduct by Johnson. One woman claimed that a longtime political consultant connected to Johnson’s campaign is the father of her child and does not pay child support, stating, “Jarvis Johnson is still associated with a man that does not pay child support.” Another message described Johnson as “a dangerous man who likes to beat and abuse women” and urged a full background check. A third accused h...