What is the statute of limitations on my open warrant? What can I do in the meantime?

There is not a statute of limitations on a warrant. You might have an argument if years have gone by that they did not use due diligence in trying...

How do you beat the case? First, hire a decent attorney. That attorney should work up the case to the best of his/her ability. Talk to the...

Is it correct to assume that a DA would not send a case to the grand jury unless he is wanting to actually prosecute the case?

Not necessarily. DAs will sometimes take cases to the grand jury that they do not necessarily believe in to cover their rears or to save face...

Btw, if the charge is Public Intoxication, you also have a pretty good chance. This charge is difficult to prove. Not only must the State prove...

you have a good chance of fighting a charge of operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, but you may be up a creek as for as...

If you give an officer permission to search your car, can he also search your purse?

I agree with Mr. Walcutt, as usual. This question is heavily dependent on the specific facts of the situation. Consent gives officers broad...

I have a class b miss for theft by check. First and only offense happend 8 yrs. ago. Can i get this reduced or taken off ?

I agree with Mr. Walcutt. You cannot have convictions removed from your record, short of getting a pardon. If you took a Deferred...

How can I prove a case with only an eye witness and no evidence?

you should contact local law enforcement or the prosecutor's office and have them worry about proving the case.

Can I be charged with theft.

Well, according to the Code of Criminal Procedure Article 12.01, the statute of limitations on theft is 5 years. So your defense would be that the...

Where can I find a lawyer to help me with my divorce?

There are a number of qualified attorneys here on Avvo who you can contact and talk about fees. If you cannot afford a lawyer, you might want to...