If one was charged of a sex crime but never tried, the case has been on dead docket for 10 years. what are chances for dismiss?

I would also add that by filing a motion to have your case removed from the dead docket and either make the state try the case or nolle pros it,...

Is it possible to get probation for 2 FTA's?

And in answer to the heading of your question - An FTA is not a charge so you don't get probation or a sentence. A failure to appear means you...

My husband was scared into a plea bargin at the last minute of court for aggravated assualt. this is his first time in trouble.

Even if he is past the time to withdraw his plea or if the court doesn't allow it, he may still have a remedy through a writ of Habeas Corpus. You...

Can I be rightfully fired from my job while under the First Offender Act?

A sentence under the First Offender Act is NOT a conviction so you were correct in answering that question to your employer. Being an "at will"...

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I wouldn't worry too much about a non-theft misdemeanor. It will show on your record and it can't be expunged, but a disorderly...

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I live with my ex, a month ago she allowed me to use some money to pay a past debt. Now she is threatening to report theft

I know times are tough and options are limited, but you probably want to do everything you can to remove yourself from this situation. I have...

I practice in Georgia, not Texas, but it's probably a misdemeanor charge. If this is your first offense it is highly unlikely you are going to...

How can I obtain the dashboard arrest video for prosecution?

As stated, the video can be obtained in the criminal case through Discovery. Otherwise, you can subpoena the video in the civil case OR you can...

What is usually the sentencing for 1st time aggravated assault.

You can still get probation or house arrest. If you don't have any prior felony convictions you can probably get probation (depending on how...

My friend is about serve time for violating his probation ,can we seek clemency and askthe judge to give him one more chance?

You can always petition the court to not revoke probation or to revoke some small amount and reinstate the balance. The best thing to do is talk...