When another charge occurs while on probation, the State has the option to file a motion for probation revocation. In that situation, you are...

Court case do the alfadavit drops charges against defendents she victim signs and explines that she lied on me to dad officer

Unfortunately, an affidavit does not automatically drop the charges. Only the State of Texas Prosecutors can reduce or drop the charges. If the...

Have my rights to a speedy trial been violated?

The right to speedy trial is embodied within the Constitution of the United States as well as the Texas Constitution and Texas Code of Criminal...

I need a good lawyer to help me with my case..i actually have a warrant right now i need to take care of first

I agree with my colleague, a criminal defense attorney may be able to help you in getting the warrant lifted and new court dates for your cases....

If I have my buddy who was riding with me son affidavit saying the marijuana was his instead of mine does that drop the char me?

In Texas, you can be charged with drug possession if the drugs were within your vicinity, even if it is not technically yours in an ownership...

What happens when they charge a teenager with a felony charge for burglary of a home ?

Burglary of a Habitation is a second degree felony in Texas, which means that it comes with potential jail time of 2 - 20 years in prison with a...

Is it ok for me a 17 year old male to date a 14 year old girl?

Texas does not penalize merely "dating." The Penal Code steps in when there is either sexual intercourse with, or sexual arousal of the 14 year...

How much time is someone looking at with 2 priors of burglary of a habitation which time was served. But now new charges ???

Well, the possession of controlled substance charge is a Second Degree felony, which comes with a risk of jail time of 2 - 20 years in prison with...

Since paternity is a family law issue, I am switching the practice area to Family Law.

What can the DA do beside motion to adjudicate my probation?

There are times where a motion to revoke probation is filed, but nothing is actually done. It is also possible that the District Attorney may not...