I have a couple of questions regarding my hubands case. He is currently on probation for 5 yrs. He gets off of probation 2013.

The court is not going to have much sympathy for him because non-reporting is a big deal on deferreds in Dallas. If the court attorney is...

Threat element in stalking?

While I don't agree that stalking is infrequently prosecuted, it is a difficult crime to prosecute because it requires subjective analysis. That...

Prosecutor's Motives?

ADAs live to go to trial. They also hate to lose and dismissing cases is typically seen as equal to losing. While they are supposed to only seek...

How to choose wisely?

It's like a job interview; talk with each and see how your personalities mesh and how creative they are. Make sure they seem ready to fight for...

Your ability to expunge depends on the class of misdemeanor that you were eventually convicted of and how the charge was disposed of. If the final...

In Ohio, can charges of theft and drug posession be expunged immediately after grand jury "no bill?"

My answer is based on my experience in Texas, so it possibly translates to Ohio- a felony charge CAN BE expunged, if a grand jury returns a no-bill...

Moving out at 17

As noted above, 17 isn't the age at which you gain majority in Texas for purposes of residency and personal control. If she moves out she will be...

Statuatory Rape

Call the local police department where the incident occured and speak with a detective. They will perform an investigation and if based on the...

Statuatory rape

Call the local police department where the incident occured and speak with a detective. They will perform an investigation and if based on the...

I am hiring a criminal defense lawyer to reopen a misdemeanor case for me. Is it normal to pay up front and have no contract?

It is normal and customary for a criminal defense attorney to be paid up front for services- either by a flat fee or a retainer. The contract...