How long does it take to drop a criminal case ?

At 17, you are an adult for criminal law purposes, so no one is waiting for your birthday. The State has 2 years from the date of offense to file...

After indictment how can you be held before a trial?

Your family member can be held indefinitely awaiting trial if a bond has been set and not posted. If the family cannot make the bond requirement,...

What is the next step after violation of probation ?

Contacting your boyfriend's field probation officer won't be of much use at this point; everything has been returned to Court. He will be brought...

What would a 3rd degree felony carry in the state of TX. Last charge was more than 2 gms meth under 4...? With priors

Third degree felony cases have a punishment range from 2 to 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000; however, prior felony convictions can...

How many paroles will he yet?

The decision to grant parole is up to the Board of Pardons & Parole. No one can predict the outcome of your boyfriend's next parole hearing. Good...

Can a my lawyer request fingureprinting canister recovered from back seat to get my case dropped? i have no priors

Your attorney may make the request, but that in and of itself will not cause your case to be "dropped". You describe a fact issue, and that is...

Can I get my case dismissed in a fender bender if I were ticketed for failure to control speed in a fender bender?

You do not present a legal defense from what you describe. Call a local lawyer. Here is the statute on the subject; see (b)(2). Sec. 545.351. ...

What does notice of nonsuit?

The party that filed the case does not want to pursue the matter, and is asking the case be dismissed.

If I was stopped for DWI in Dallas County are they within their rights to charge me in Tarrant County if I was on probation?

Jurisdiction lies in the county where the event occurred. The arrest affidavit should state where the officers observed the alleged offense. The...

The release date of your associate will be calculated by the Board of Pardons & Parole. Once he is transferred to a TDC facility, you can see his...