Taking an open plea can be done at anytime before the trial concludes, so don't let that rush you into a hasty and probably irrevocable choice. ...

Court, do I need to go to court if I got pulled over with a permit or can I just pay it?

Mr. Weaver is correct- Don't take the points. Your insurance rates go up and if you get enough points you lose your license.

I have a court date oct 30th for a stealing charge.

You are right to be concerned as having a stealing charge on your record might mean you have a difficult time finding work. In these tough times...

Back in 2002 I was 18 and my girlfriend was 15 and we were having sex. Is this considered statutory rape when I was under 21?

As usual, attorney Fry has given an astute and correct answer.

My Husband is in jail on a criminal charge. He is Dying. How can we get him home? We cant afford to post bond.

Your husband needs to document that he is not receiving medical care from the jail. He needs to put in daily requests for medical attention, and a...

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What will a judge look at differently than child support enforcement?

While the judge will probably do the same thing as CSE, the question you have to answer is what do you really want? Do you want him prosecuted? ...

What could my fiance be facing with Class C felony possession and Class B felony burglary

To be found guilty of burglary one must enter an inhabitable structure with the intent to commit a crime inside. Usually stealing or assault is...

How long can Texas wait until expediting an inmate to Missouri?

Your boyfriend (or his lawyer) needs to file a request for disposition of detainers under the uniform mandatory disposition of detainers law, which...

It is hard to see how a jury would take your case seriously if your boy has no disfigurement or loss of use. That being said the breach of...

What written statements do I obtain from a confidential informant

If the State is able to maintain the confidentiality of the informant, the answer is none. The state will try to fight you on disclosure too. ...