Court appointed attorney?

In a case where Child Protective Services has filed a petition, and you are one of the respondents, it is possible for the court to appoint an...

Can I have my case dismissed?

Financial hardship in not grounds for dismissal. You may return to court and request modification of the terms of your contract that you agreed to...

In a video plea, the defendant is placed in a video room at the jail; he is not taken to court. There is a link up with the court where the Judge...

Will I get my bail money back, since my charges have been dismissed?

If you posted a cash bond to obtain your release from jail after your arrest, that money will be returned to you. If you used a bond company, you...

What's Your Last Option On Death Row Before A Execution Date Is Set?

Death Penalty cases are automatically appealed, regardless if notice is filed. Contact the attorney of the inmate for the status of the process.

How can a Texas inmate or his friend get a copy of the original transcript of his case?

A request for transcript of proceedings must be filed with the court. The court reporter will then make an estimated Bill of Costs, which states...

What to do about probation officer sending revoke of non ajudication probation to judge?

You may call your probation officer and make sure your file was transferred back to court. If you have an attorney, I assume that attorney can...

Quarantine lockdown

If his cell location is under quarantine lockdown, your fiancee will not be taken to court. His case will be reset on Wednesday if the quarantine...

Child Protective Services is not covered by HiPPA laws, so the drug test results will be available to third parties. Expect your probation officer...

What are the requirements of the timing for filings of criminal complaints in Texas?

On a misdemeanor case, the State has 2 years from the date of offense to file the charging instrument. It is not unusual for municipal and/or...