If this is a class A misdemeanor, the maximum punishment is one year in jail. Even if he is placed on a deferred probation, if he enters a guilty...

What can I accuse a person of if they're charging me with assault by threat and i did not threaten the person?

You can accuse her of whatever you want, but you are the one charged with a crime. You need to hire an experienced defense attorney. You have the...

First time has warrant for ASSAULT-BODILY INJURY how much time will one serve?

This is a class A misdemeanor with a maximum punishment of one year in the county jail. What his actual sentence is will be the result of plea...

I would confirm with the sheriff's department whether or not there was a warrant for my arrest before just showing up at court. If there is, you...

Is it a violation of my fourth amendment for a police officer to continue a search of a car after probable cause is gone?

That is a great question. You're attorney will have to file a motion to suppress and make legal arguments to the judge. Obviously, I haven't...

Im being charged with theft and don't want this to stain my record forever and ruin my life. How can i choose a lawyer?

You can do a search here on Avvo for criminal defense lawyers in Austin. Most will offer free consultations. Meet with a few until you find one you...

The ruling on the suppression issue is completely up to the judge. It won't be dismissed because you don't have a record. But if you don't win the...

My son is in the dallas county jail no bond has been there about 2 1/2 days owes 672 dollars. With no court time .

Depending on what types of warrants were issued, they may or may not be bondable. If they are capias warrants, you'll either have to pay them in...

Is there a way to get a misdemeanor marijuana Charge expunged?

I'm not sure how the 7-year rumor got started, but there's no such thing. Whether a case can be expunged depends on how it was disposed of. If it...

I was arrested but released and told the judge did not find cause. Can I be charged later?

You raise a lot of issues. There's no way to give you more definitive answers without seeing the State's evidence. To touch on a few of your...