I was just charged with a possession of drug paraphernalia. What are my chances of getting this off my record?

You state that you were charged with the offense of drug paraphernalia in your college dorm, but you had nothing on your person nor in your room. ...

I plead guilty to credit card fraud (guilty by association) and received deferred adjudication (1st offense)

Ms. Kemp is correct. Unfortunately, in Texas, all record "clean up" procedure is controlled by statute, and your situation requires a five year...

You have asked whether your driver's license will be automatically suspended if you are convicted of two first offense DWI cases occurring within 6...

Can cops put "workers" present regardless? Is it the ticket holder's responsibility to prove otherwise?

It was LABOR DAY. It's hard to imagine that LABORERS were working that day, so I think your testimony alone would go a long way towards proving...

In an assault family violence arrest, does self defense qualify as an admission of guilt with regards to Miranda Rights?

You ask if self defense qualifies as an admission of guilt with regards to your Miranda rights. Miranda rights are kind of tricky. If you simply...

I have a "theft by check less than $500" in McKinney. I paid the fees & checks off through the court. How do I get it dismissed?

You have a "theft by check less than $500" pending against you in McKinney, you have already paid off the restitution, and now you ask the best way...

Do I need an attorney. I was arrested for for Assult on a child, which is not what happened. I was at a concert and one thing

YES! You need a good attorney! As you state: You can face a LOT of jail time (actually penitentiary time) but whatever. The court appointed...

You state that you received a DUI in 1988, and two more in 1991. You ask: Are any of these a felony? And: Can I expunge any of these? I agree...

I have a probation violation warrant for my arrest this is my second violation my first violation wasn't revoked whats will hapn

Nobody knows what will happen to you if you violate probation. I'll answer your question like I answer every other probation violation question:...

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Are there specific qualifications for someone to be a criminal defense attorney?

While I agree with the others, don't overlook the obvious: Check with the State Bar to make sure the person is a licensed attorney. If they...