Can i get the case dismissed and stay on my regular probation? And likelihood of small prison time or probation ?

The DWI is a 3rd Degree felony, The Assault (Family Violence-Impede Breath) is a 3rd degree felony. The chances of the State dropping the assault...

Do I have to do what they say or can I refuse?

You are not required to submit to a search without a warrant. You are not required to make a statement. If you empty your pockets and take off...

When will the state jail time begin. Does the county time transfer to state. If he is a trustee, will he receive 3 for 1 credit

Unfortunately, jail good time credit is not applicable to State Jail Felony sentences. While he will (should) get credit for each actual day...

Mr. Pate is correct, and since I am also licensed in Texas, I can state that Texas will not consider a deferred adjudication as a final conviction...

Mislead to make a recorded statement to my boss. The recorded statement was then given to the police. Any recourse?

If the police provided the recorder, and the Employer was cooperating with the police, he became an agent of the police. However, I assume you...

If the police show up, do I have to answer the door? If I do talk to them and see I am drunk can they search the house?

You are not required to open the door, talk to police or let them search unless they have a warrant. You are not required to answer their...

Do I need a Texas lawyer or will my NC lawyer be able to get me squared away in Texas?

You will need to retain a Texas Lawyer to get a Texas Occupational License. (Unless the NC lawyer just happens to be licensed in Texas as well. ...

If i cant afford an attorney, do i have to be appointed one the day OF the court case or before? Thank you.

Sorry, on a class c misdemeanor the state is not required to appoint counsel. The right to appointed counsel is extended to indigent defendants...

How does a secret indictment work when the accused is already in jail waiting trial?

A secret indictment? All grand jury proceedings in Texas are done behind closed doors and "secret." The state must bring any charges against him...

It is not "abnormal" while it may be different or longer than others placed on probation. Your issue is that you need to "prove" to the court that...