Texas Legal Guides (145 found)

Written by Herman Martinez
Under Section 411.081(d), the defendant has to wait a certain period of time after the date of discharge and dismissal before filing a petition for an order of nondisclosure. The operative date is the date that the deferred adjudication was concluded.
2 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in Criminal Defense about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Texas

Written by Robert A. Kraft
If you live in Texas and are disabled, you may qualify for social security disability benefits. First, you will need to submit a disability benefits claim.
7 of 8 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Texas

Written by Patrick F. Mccann
If you are approached by a client who wants to challenge a criminal matter, you must first help them to understand that writs and appeals are different. Habeas writs are about finding facts outside the record that if true would entitle you to relief. Direct appeals are based on the trial record.
2 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted in Criminal Defense about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Texas

Written by Michael Shawn Matlock
The appellate process in Texas poses pitfalls for the unsuspecting defendant. There are strict time limits imposed for all appeals. It is also important to be current on all recent developments in the law as it applies to your specific case. A successful appeal adheres to the rules and the law.
Posted in Criminal Defense about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Texas

Written by Michael Shawn Matlock
Driving While Intoxicated is perhaps the most unique criminal charge in Texas, and perhaps the most prosecuted. A DWI is essentially an opinion crime; that is, it is the opinion of the officer whether a person is charged with DWI,and the jury as to whether to convict.
1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in Criminal Defense about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Texas

Written by Michael Shawn Matlock
Tarrant County implemented the Felony Alcohol Intervention Project, or FAIP, in 2007. The mission statement sums it up pretty well: To capitalize on the trauma and consequences of an arrest by early intervention in the alcoholic's course of conduct.
2 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in DUI / DWI about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Texas

Written by Hunter Biederman
Your driver’s license will automatically be suspended 40 days from the date of arrest (or the date you were served with the notice, whichever is later) unless you or your attorney requests a hearing in the manner prescribed by law.
Posted in DUI / DWI about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Texas

Written by Donald Edward Teller Jr.
Collaborative law is a relatively new procedure used to help parties resolve their family law dispute outside of the courtroom and in a more dignified manner. This guide answers a few questions and provides some additional resources for those considering collaborative law.
Posted in Divorce / Separation about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Texas

Written by Matthew Bruce Lewis
The ninety-day rule, found in Division Rule 130.12, holds that an initial impairment rating that is not properly disputed within ninety days becomes final, with few exceptions.
3 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted in Workers Compensation about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Texas

Written by Matthew Bruce Lewis
A BRC is the first step in the dispute resolution process of a Texas Workers' Compensation claim. These tips will help you avoid having your request denied.
Posted in Workers Compensation about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Texas

Written by Kristopher Shane Barber
The following is a list of suggestions regarding what you should do after a Texas auto or truck accident.
1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in Car / Auto Accident about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Texas

Written by Avvo Staff
Many legal resources are available for free or at low cost. This guide covers those resources of most interest to Texas consumers looking for urgent legal guidance.
5 of 16 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Texas

Written by Renee E. Moeller
In 2007, 116 cases went to hearing & one ended in an Agreed Order.
1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Texas

Written by Renee E. Moeller
Most applicants, as well s practicing attorneys, are unfamiliar with this licensing option. Conditional approval and a granting of a Probationary License, after all requirements are met under the Rules of Admission to the Texas Bar is possible.
Posted about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Texas

Written by Renee E. Moeller
It all actually starts before you are accepted to law school. The Tx BLE staff will compare the responses given on your law school application to the responses given on your Declaration. Criminal offenses & discipline received as an undergraduate student will receive particular review.
Posted about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Texas

Written by Derk Allan Wadas
An expunction is a court order to law enforcement agencies in possession of your criminal history. The order requires the law enforcement agencies to destroy your record. If your case is expunged you may deny the occurrence of the arrest and in most situations may deny the existence of the order!
5 of 7 users found this helpful. Posted in Criminal Defense about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Texas

Written by Grant Matthew Scheiner
Your request for an ALR hearing must be received by the Texas Department of Public Safety no later than 15 days after you receive or are presumed to have received "Notice of Suspension." In most cases, this is simply the 15th day after you were arrested. Do not miss this deadline!
5 of 5 users found this helpful. Posted in DUI / DWI about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Texas

Written by Renee E. Moeller
A difference between the Original Purpose & Reality of Today? The DRPC are under constant scrutiny & revision. This constant scrutiny & revision is mainly for one purpose: the protection of the public. 604 N.W.2d 656 (Iowa 2000)(ethics rules “are chiefly intended to provide protection of the public"
Posted in Licensing about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Texas

Written by Jordan E. Watson
Drafting a will is a serious matter that takes careful planning. Your attorney will create a document that will dictate how your money, belongings and family are treated after you pass. He or she will appreciate it if you consider the following before you begin drafting your will.
2 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted in Wills / Living Wills about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Texas

Written by Grant Matthew Scheiner
An arrest for an intoxication offense such as Driving Under the Influence (DUI), Driving while Intoxicated (DWI), Operating Under the Influence (OUI) or Operating while Intoxicated (OWI) usually begins when police stop a motorist for a traffic violation. What should a motorist do when stopped?
6 of 11 users found this helpful. Posted in DUI / DWI 12 months ago. Jurisdiction: Texas