I respectfully disagree with Mr. Hamer and Mr. Runschlag about the dismissal of the new charge necessarily being the end of the parole revocation...

Can a judge charge a minor for something an officer didn't cite at the scene?

Judges don't charge people with crimes. Prosecutors do that. When it comes to traffic tickets, the prosecutor is usually an assistant city attorney...

My boyfriend was just recently arrested again for a controlled substance possession charge.

The basic penalty range for a second degree felony under Texas law is from 2 to 20 years prison and up to a $10,000 fine. Prior felony...

My husband was charged with a dope case, the drugs were mine I am now thinking of signing a non prosecuting affidavit

You need to consult a good criminal defense lawyer about this. And, while your husband may have a good lawyer, that is his lawyer. You should...

Have a felony for forgery is there anything I can do to seal my record?

A defendant who is convicted and does time for a felony would have to get a pardon in order to qualify for an expunction. After conviction, an...

What are the different ways to plea in a criminal case in TX?

The 3 pleas that are possible in a Texas criminal case are: 1. Not Guilty - meaning the defendant denies that he or she did the crime...

I am being charged with criminally negligent homicide, and need to find a lawyer by August 1st. Willing to sit down and talk.

I had a case like you describe a few years back. Got really interesting when it came to the prosecutor trying to make out a case of criminal...

Ask what would happen?

Hiring a lawyer is a top priority. After that, the lawyer can speak with the prosecutor and see where they are with the case. Jail? First...

I appreciate your concern. I have represented a fair number of folks on child sex abuse cases over the years. It is uniformly frightening to...

Is possible to take off you records a Felony charges??

Felony cases that result in regular probation cannot be expunged unless the defendant receives a pardon. Felony cases that result in deferred...