All punishment options are available to the DA. However, first offenses generally don’t end up with prison time unless they are aggravated. That...

Evading arrest with a motor vehicle is a felony. If he already has probation for felony evading and picks up another felony evading, more likely...

How much jail time for a second assault offense on a family member?

If he has a prior assault family member conviction and is being charged again with family violence, then it is a third degree felony punishable by...

Will I be sent to juvenile court and will this be in my record?

If the value of the item was less than $100, then it will be a Class C misdemeanor. The ticket will inform you of which court your case is...

I was detained put in hand cuffs and not read my Miranda rights and then given a ticket for drug paraphernalia. What can I do?

Contrary to popular belief, they do not have to read you Miranda warnings unless they perform a custodial interrogation. The smell of marijuana is...

Will my husband have to do jail time?

It is difficult to say what they are alleging without seeing the charging instrument. It could be that they enhanced the punishment range to a...

That’s not much information, but guessing it is Assault Family member second. If that’s the case, that is a third degree felony punishable by 2 -...

Is confirming that I've had only a little bit of drinking means probable cause for dwi arrest without accident nor lane weaving?

The short answer is that an officer can piece together several “clues” that, based on the totality of the circumstances, gives that officer...

Going to court when guilty?

I would advise against a plea of guilty when an accident is involved. You should really consult with an attorney to discuss options.

What are the grounds for a minor to be tried as an adult in Texas regarding sexual assault / rape of a minor?

In order for someone under 17 to be charged as an adult, the DAs office must file a motion for certification and the court must hold a...