She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in political science and
international affairs from the University of Texas and her law degree
from Southern Methodist University School of Law.
In 1984, Crier became the youngest elected state judge in Texas
history.
Crier was awarded an Emmy in 1996 for outstanding investigative
journalism for her piece "The Predators" which examined nursing home
abuse.
Release of her book, "Final Analysis: The Untold Story of the Susan Polk Murder Case" by Catherine with Cole Thompson. (2007)
Release of her book, "Contempt: How the Right Is Wronging American Justice". (2005)
Co-hostess, with Victoria Principal, of an infomercial for the "Principal Secret Reclaim" skin care system. Also appearing are Sherri Saum and Asia De Marcos (aka Asia Benton). (2008)
Release of her book, "The Case Against Lawyers: How the Lawyers, Politicians and Bureaucrats Have Turned the Law Into an Investment of Tyranny and What We as Citizens Have to Do About It". (2002)
Release of her book, "A Deadly Game: The Untold Story of the Scott Peterson Investigation" by Catherine with Cole Thompson. (2005)