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What is the punishment for burglary of habitation third offense with a $100,000.00 bond?

Clayton's answer | Answered on December 15, 2015

The $100,000 bond has nothing to do with the punishment range. Burglary of a habitation is a 2nd Degree Felony = 2 to 20 years TDC And a 2nd...

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Will i be arrested if if i go to the jail to get my purse?

Clayton's answer | Answered on December 14, 2015

There is a chance you will get arrested. It really just depends on if the police think they can prove that the pipe was yours or not. It also...

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What are the chances TDCJ will revoke his parole if he is convicted

Clayton's answer | Answered on December 14, 2015

*This parolee needs the best local criminal defense attorney he can afford. I imagine he is in jail, so time is of the essence (jail cases...

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DWI crash, restriction B licence, first time offense, other driver has a minor fracture. Stop sign was run over. What will happe

Clayton's answer | Answered on December 11, 2015

Your charge CAN be enhanced to a felony, IF that 'minor' fracture is considered Serious Bodily Injury. Talk to your lawyer about this. If you...

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Can anyone tell me what his options could be. And if it is worth hiring an attorney?

Clayton's answer | Answered on December 10, 2015

Yes, it is worth hiring an attorney. A good local criminal defense attorney can help you: 1) Try to beat the new case; OR 2) If he or she...

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What can we do to make her stop?? Tried a C&D letter twice. Is there any way to file something that might would lock her up??

Clayton's answer | Answered on December 09, 2015

Meet with the police. If a crime is being committed, they will be the appropriate people to contact. If you are defending the protective...

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Is it possible to contest my ticket and not have to pay the fine or take driving courses in lieu of the fine?

Clayton's answer | Answered on November 30, 2015

You should hire a traffic ticket lawyer in the city where you got the ticket. You have a right to a jury trial if you want one. You have about...

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Stolen Car Dumped in Lake

Clayton's answer | Answered on November 30, 2015

It sounds like they may be looking at you for answers. If you are a suspect, do NOT talk to the police without a lawyer. From the short 2...

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How long can someone sit in jail till their court date?

Clayton's answer | Answered on November 24, 2015

If his case or cases truly aren't filed, he can be in there until mid December (90 days). My guess is that they are filed, but waiting...

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Going to represent myself in felony court due to indigency, whats my best start? I have been indicted, is there a motion I file?

Clayton's answer | Answered on November 23, 2015

Your best start is to use the "Find a Lawyer" tab on the top right hand side of this website. Call around, you would be surprised that not all...

Clayton C. Smith's Answers (3531)

What is the punishment for burglary of habitation third offense with a $100,000.00 bond?

Will i be arrested if if i go to the jail to get my purse?

What are the chances TDCJ will revoke his parole if he is convicted

DWI crash, restriction B licence, first time offense, other driver has a minor fracture. Stop sign was run over. What will happe

Can anyone tell me what his options could be. And if it is worth hiring an attorney?

What can we do to make her stop?? Tried a C&D letter twice. Is there any way to file something that might would lock her up??

Is it possible to contest my ticket and not have to pay the fine or take driving courses in lieu of the fine?

Stolen Car Dumped in Lake

How long can someone sit in jail till their court date?

Going to represent myself in felony court due to indigency, whats my best start? I have been indicted, is there a motion I file?