What are the requirements for filing sexual assault/statutory rape charges in Texas?

Please understand that sexual assault is a felony, whether of a minor or an adult is a felony. Felony charges are brought by prosecutors not by...

Can I be charged with possession?

Not enough information here to give a really specific answer. So, here are some general points. First, the law says that possession is "care,...

My son is charged with felony possession of control substance in Texas. Can he option out with deferred adjudication.

A criminal defendant's attorney represents that defendant and is prohibited by the rules governing lawyers from talking about the case with...

Son in jail

You are absolutely within your rights to consult a criminal defense lawyer in the county where your son is in jail, and seek advice specific to...

In Texas, DWI can be based on alcohol and/or any other substance that can cause intoxication. Intoxication can be by failing a breath test or a...

Should i be on probation for aggrevated robbery that happened in 1985 when i was 15 if i never went to juvenile court on chrge

Ms. Henley is quite correct that you need to discuss this situation with a criminal defense lawyer who can examine all the documents and ask you...

Does the police agency have to give you paper work if you have a case pending

Police are not required to tell a target of an investigation that the investigation is taking place.

Hello, My German friend wants to appeal his Sentencing but does not know if it would make his sentence longer or shorter.

Your friend needs to discuss his situation with a criminal defense lawyer who is familiar with both federal appeals and other federal post...

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Do I need a licensed attorney to file a "non-disclosre" to county courthouse or can I do this pro se?

A person seeking a non-disclosure is, as Ms. Henley has written, free to file it on his or her own. However, a non-disclosure application is not...

Class B misdemeanor advice and recommended actions?

Get a good criminal defense lawyer NOW. Most large cities have programs that are optional with the prosecutor but that sometimes can divert a...