Can i revoke my deferred probation and try to lower my sentence!

If you have a violation pending it is possible that your probation will be revoked. If that is what you want, you can ask the judge for it. You...

I was arrested on misdemeanor theft, but I have not seen a magistrate or have the charges explained to me.

Ms. Kemp is absolutely correct. When being interviewed by the police, their goal is generally not to help you. One of their primary roles is to...

I agree with Ms. Barrows and Mr. Robinson, and would add that deferred adjudication is one of the best results you can get out of a case where you...

What types of affidavit/deposition document can be used in trial without live testimony?

There are times when a document or video deposition are usable in a criminal trial, though they are limited. The answer really depends on the...

There is not enough information to answer. There are a million reasons that a jury trial can be reset: another trial is ongoing, the room is...

I recently got my Criminal Record expunged. The arrests still came up on the FBI files.

You must have a certified or authenticated copy of a court ordered expungement submitted with the R-84 Final Disposition Report to the FBI. On the...

What possible reasons could there be for the County Jail to deny my mother any visitors?..

Mr. Cooper is right. Additionally, the jails cannot deny attorneys the right to visit their clients, so the attorney may be able to find out...

Can a deferred adjudication for a 10 year old felony be sealed ?

I agree with Ms. Kemp. It is worth consulting with an attorney because s/he can (1) help make sure the filing is done correctly and (2) argue...

If i have a warrant and a motion to revoke probation do i still need to make my probation appointment?

Since you already have an attorney, you should speak with that person about what to do first. S/he should be able to call your PO to check on what...

CAN I GET 1244B FOR THEFT UNDER 1500 W TWO PRIORS?

Yes you can potentially. 12.44(b) requires the prosecutor to recommend that the offense be punished as a Class A misdemeanor. Every prosecutor is...