Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association Announces Ceremonial Readings of the Declaration of Independence

June 28, 2021 - The Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association has announced that the United States Declaration of Independence will be read aloud on the front steps of the county courthouses of Texas counties prior to July 4, 2019.

In Shelby County, the Declaration will be read by local criminal defense lawyers, Jeff Adams, Stephen Shires, April Prince and Deck Jones. This will take place at the main entrance to the historic Shelby County Courthouse under the 1885 sign at 12 noon, Friday, July 2, 2021. This year’s reading will also include a reading of the Bill of Rights.

The Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association is proud to participate in protecting the rights of all persons in this country. Everyone is invited to come by and help celebrate the 245th anniversary of our nation’s independence.

For more information, please contact Deck Jones at 936-598-5737.