Can an officer arrest me then search?

After an arrest, the officer can certainly search your person and any area you could conceivably reach into for a weapon or to destroy...

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I got arrested for theft under $50 but have previous charges in another state. Will they pull my record from the other state?

Generally I agree with Ms. Jaggers. However, out of state records can be obtained. Theft is a serious business, even a misdemeanor if a person has...

Is it good that I'm not indicted yet after being arrested for felony dwi and it's been almost 6 months?

Six months is not long enough where I practice to say the case won't get prosecuted. May I suggest that you get yourself a good DWI defense...

I got charge with a third dwi,previous dwi it was 2002..can i get probation or any program,counseling instead of jail time

Third offense DWI is a felony. Ms. Jaggers covered the penalty range. DWI is a technically complicated charge to defend. However, it is not...

What is the criteria/guidelines to ask for an expungment on a misdemeanor criminal conviction in the State Of Texas (Dallas) ?

If a class A misdemeanor charge results in conviction, expunction is not available unless the defendant is pardoned. Pardons rarely happen, but a...

Who can help my friend please on a criminal charge?

An indigent defendant in a felony case is entitled to court appointed counsel as a matter of law. Even if the defendant used to have money and used...

Whats the average cost to get a court order for a name change?

Each lawyer sets his or her own fee for the work. So, you will need to shop around.

Is it possible to get a bond reduction on a quarter of a million dollar bond?

The probability of a bond reduction depends on the defendant's background and the facts of the cases the defendant is charged with. $250,000...

Can an attorney hold case from giving it to another attorney?

An attorney does not have the right to refuse to let a client get a different attorney. Yes, a person is permitted to fire an attorney they...

Is it in my best interest to hire a lawyer for a second offense DWI?

ABSOLUTELY, YOU NEED A LAWYER. Here's a true story to explain why. Man parks his pick up on the side of the road. He falls asleep with key in...