Could the double jeopardy approach apply if I was once convicted of a 2012 DWI and a pending 2017 DWI?

In general, Double Jeopardy only applies in one of two situations: (1) If you have a jury trial, double jeopardy "attaches" once the jury is sworn...

Aggravated promotion of prostitution is a very serious offense. If convicted, you are facing a second degree felony, which means you are facing...

We attorneys cannot pay fines and fees on behalf of our clients. However, since he received a citation for drug paraphernalia, which is generally a...

I am so sorry to hear about what your family is going through. Essentially, an MTR (Motion to Revoke) filed for probation can result in jail time,...

An allegation of a probation violation does not automatically mean a certain amount of jail time needs to be served. Essentially, what happens is...

Unfortunately, there are circumstances and certain charges that would allow for something like that to happen, but without knowing the ins and outs...

So, in assault cases, when police are called, they complete a report detailing the allegations and any evidence they found at the scene of the...

Can I get a ticket dismissed ? How much will it cost?

You have the right to contest the ticket if you were not present when the alleged physical assault happened and/or other circumstances show you...

What should I do tomorrow at my court date?

Yes, you can ask for deferred adjudication or something similar in the municipal court in which your case is held. What that means is it you abide...

If i was arrested for less than 2 0z of weed what will happen to me and do i have any options to come out with no jail time?

It is important that a criminal defense attorney be hired in the case. You are facing, as my colleague mentioned, a Class B Misdemeanor, which...