I have never been in trouble with the law until now.

As noted, the first to call 911 generally is regarded as the victim however it is surprising that the police won't listen to the entire story from...

My 18 yr son got caught shoplifting under 25 dll got a ticket for 400 dll and one from the store for 500 dll what can we do

He needs to hire an attorney that can help him fight this charge or at least avoid a theft conviction. He only has a limited time so he needs to...

What is the probation period for assault with bodily injury (domestic violence)

Since you don't have much time to fight this, you can either resign yourself to a conviction and be an assaulter OR you can hire an attorney (even...

Are there any exceptions to the fifth anniversary nondisclosure rules for felony deferred adjudications after completion?

No, it is a hard 5 from date of dismissal. Sorry and good luck. I suggest arranging an attorney a year or so out from the 5th anniversary so that...

If my brother goes to pre-trial, but cannot afford a lawyer, will they just send him to prison, without a trial?

He obviously needs an attorney, appointed or hired, because even though the girl recanted the state can still try to go forward. The court could...

Unfortunately in your situation the employer was within their rights in Texas. First, Texas allows audio recordings of communications so long as...

Sure, it's a "he said, he said" type of thing. And this isn't defamation or a civil rights issue but potentially a civil tort of assault or...

Will i sit in jail for a long time for a warrant from over 6 months ago . For assault causes bodily injury

Is it a warrant for a charge or a probation violation warrant? If you're on deferred, either way (new charge or probation violation warrant)...

Do attorney visit with clients in jail prior to hearing?

The attorney, whether appointed or hired, has a duty to protect and defend the defendant. THat said, in person visits are not mandatory or...

Detained in Texas for refusing sobriety test, blood pulled at jail, how long does it take to receive results?

The state can try to extrapolate the approximate level of alcohol based on time waiting and level at time of test however it is not an exact...