Is it a violation of the U.S. constitution for a person to face both criminal and civil charges for the same offense?

No. Double jeopardy only prevents you from being tried twice for the same criminal offense. Being prosecuted for a crime and being sued civilly...

How to get a speeding ticket reduced to non moving violation

The best likelihood of that happening is to hire a traffic ticket lawyer to represent you.

Is there a chance I can get a DWI reduce if i am underage?

It is certainly possible the charge could be reduced for various reasons. I encourage you to consult with a criminal defense lawyer who handles...

Police report puts me at fault when I was not

The officer who investigated your accident can conclude who he or she believes was responsible for the accident. Presumably, the officer should...

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How do i avoid this ticket getting on my record?

You say you have a lawyer representing you on this ticket. You need to consult him or her about your options. That why you hired them.

Can a conviction be overturned if the defendant's lawyer did not adequately represent him?

If it has been more than 30 days since he was sentenced, he only option for relief is to pursue an 11.07 writ of habeas corpus. He needs an...

I have a rearrianment/plea hearing for transporting illegals well I be locked up that same day or will they release me?

If you are scheduled to enter a guilty plea, presumably you have an attorney representing you. Discuss this issue with your attorney.

Does my fiance entitled to a bond?

According to Texas law, he is entitled to have bond set if he is on deferred adjudication probation. The amount of bond set may be an amount he...

Yes, if you were convicted of it. Texas changed its law several years ago and now a DWI conviction no matter how long ago can be used to enhance a...

Can I file a mandamus after a hearing the same day?

Consult with an attorney about what you can and cannot do at this point. Mandamus is a complicated issue even for lawyers. If that's an option...