Can my husband file a motion to dismiss a case against him for assault as my ex husband conveniently left out important details?

A Motion to Dismiss is not the right legal vehicle for disputing the facts of a case. That is what a trial is for. A non-attorney cannot file...

I am being charged w/ poss. of marijuana, under 2 ounces, it is my second offense. Who would do a jury trial for me?

If you are charged with a drug offense, you need to hire an experienced defense attorney. Most offer free consultations. Just call a few in your...

It's set for disposition? Or there has been a disposition? Disposition just means the case is being disposed of--whether by plea bargain, trial,...

Expung. Criminal Record - Is this possible? If so, should we pursue all at once or the distant records first.

Whether or not a person is eligible for an expunction depends on the disposition of of each case. If a case is dismissed outright (not as the...

DUI showing up on employer BG check.

I'm sure it will. Any time you are printed for an offense, you have a record. You may be eligible to have the case removed from your record. To...

If you plead guilty or nolo contendre to a charge and receive deferred adjudication (in Texas), is it considered a conviction?

It is not a conviction for purposes of having a criminal record. However, it can be considered the same as a conviction for some other purposes....

Does going to trial sound like a good idea?

If your husband is in custody on a federal charge, he has an attorney. That attorney is the only one well-informed enough on the case to properly...

Error in charge after plea deal?

You need to hire an appellate attorney to review the case. Only an attorney who has reviewed the complete record can adequately advise you.

Plea bargaining

You should be able to plea to the case any time after it's filed. In that situation, you will just have to take whatever the DA is willing to offer...

How much time will I get for violating probation?

If you are on deferred, your maximum sentence is one year in jail. It is possible to have your probation continued, extended, and/or modified. The...