Im 16 and im charged with distribution of child pornography and the girl is 16 too

DO NOT TALK TO LAW ENFORCEMENT, JUVENILE PROBATION OFFICERS, JUDGES or other court personnel without an attorney. YOU WILL HAVE TO DEMAND AN...

Could my boyfriend get in trouble for statutary rape even though we're legal now?

Many times there is a "Romeo & Juliet" clause that protects young people from being found guilty if they are within the age limits of the...

Hi, I went to court and they said with my case I have to pay for a lawyer instead of a free lawyer, what can I do?

The U.S. constitution only requires appointment of counsel if you can be incarcerated for over six months. If this is a fine only offense, then...

Double jeopardy assault by threat

I suspect that if it was over the same offense, you have encountered double jeopardy. I urge you to seek an experienced criminal defense attorney...

Your attorney should know who to call to verify that information. A call into the sheriff's office can reveal any outstanding warrants. But I...

That is a possibility. You might want to register on www.vinelink.com to be notified of his release. Also contact the victim coordinator in the...

My wife is being charged with forgery of checks the checks did not exceed $2000.she is a first time offender. what should i do?

There is no way to predict exactly what will come of the charges. Forgery is a felony charge. Generally speaking, a plea bargain will most likely...

Why doesnt my boyfriend have an attorney?

It depends on the local practices of the county. Sometimes, they don't appoint the attorney until the court date. He will only get an attorney...

What can I do with my daughter she's 18 and just got out of jail on 12-7-2012 on bound,, she don't listen to me

An 18 year old is responsible for their own actions. If you are the surety on the bond, then you could be financially responsible, but if you just...

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You can be charged as an adult under the age of eighteen. Seventeen is the age of majority in Texas for criminal responsibility and the state can...