Mental health evidence doesn’t always come in one neat report — and it rarely shows up at the start of a case. In this episode of Sidebar with TCDLA, we sit down with Patrick McCann to explore how criminal defense lawyers in Texas can build mental health evidence step by step throughout the life of a case. From early client interviews and background records to expert involvement and courtroom timing, this discussion breaks down how to layer in mental health strategically for maximum impact.

Whether you’re seeking mitigation, raising competency, or simply telling your client’s full story, learning how to develop this evidence incrementally can shape outcomes — and change lives.