The short answer is no. Lawyers in general, and prosecutors in particular, are given broad discretion in what they say in closing arguments. They...

What is the likelihood I'll go to jail for a class a misdemeanor, this is my first time ever being in trouble?

Most likely you will not go to jail for a first time offense but it is possible. You should hire an experienced criminal defense attorney to help...

Once you accept the plea and waived all right to a direct appeal can you get still get tge transcripts from the trial for free?

In some limited circumstances if habeas counsel is appointed then yes. This is most often not the case and you will have to pay for transcripts for...

You should hire an criminal defense attorney that has represented non-citizens successfully and has immigration experience. This is a serious...

Where can I find a sample certificate of appealibility and a brief in support of COA?

An appeal is not a do-it-yourself job. It is a highly technical process. There is also a strict timeline. You need to call a Texas appeals lawyer...

I got hurt on a fishing vessel

Certainly the insurance company can argue that you contributed to the damage because you were on drugs or argue that the only reason you were hurt...

Oral argument with Appeal Court?

From your question I don't know whether a brief was filed requesting oral argument or if a brief was filed and oral argument was granted. If oral...

Can I remove myself off the sex offender registry?

There is a deregistration process in Texas but it is very restrictive. Without more facts it is hard to see if you are actually eligible. Unlike...

What's an affidavit for?

A petition for writ of habeas corpus must be verified. The affidavit I assume you are asking about is the verification that states the facts...

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I need to get an id. I have a bench warrant in another state. will I be arrested if I go to the dmv to get an id?

Possibly. It depends on whether or not it comes up and whether or not the DMV officer cares.