Background check

If a prospective employer runs a background check, the arrest will show up. Remember, theft is a crime of moral turpitude that may make employers...

When on probation how do I start petitioning the court for an early dismissal and do I need a lawyer?

If you are current on court costs, fees and probation fees, and have little to no technical violations, and the offense is amenable to early...

Got caught shoplifting a $9 toy from wal-mart , how much will the fine be , I'm 17

The value of the item taken renders the offense a class C misdemeanor and $500 fine maximum (no jail time). You mentioned that you didn't receive...

Can a conty judge try a felony case

Yes. A county judge may try a felony case. Some counties have specialized county courts that hear all DWI's (misdemeanor and felony). This...

Several tickets in texas unpaid

Best bet- hire a lawyer. Simply paying them MAY suspend your drivers license. You need to tell the lawyer where you think the tickets were...

Why did you fail the ignition interlock (IL)? Many things could happen: a. jail if someone else blew into the IL for you and the IL has a...

I have a friend with a misdemeanor B for theft what will happen to her in count

A MB offense is punishable by 1 to 180 days in county jail and / or 2,000.00 fine. What will happen in court depends on the court protocol; ...

Does defferred adjudication show up on criminal background. Does violations show up on background ?

In Texas you have a computerized criminal history (CCH). It has two sides; one for CHARGES, the other for CONVICTIONS. Since you were arrested...

Should I be stubborn when I'm innocent and refuse an offer from the DA even though its an incredible offer ?

While the offer seems incredibly tempting, one should ponder why the low offer if the evidence is substantial. You need to be represented by an...

If an arrest occured, a criminal record was created. It will show the arrest but no conviction. An expunction will erase the criminal record but...