Questions answered by Herman Martinez

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Charged with Family Violence/Assault on my property by someone who is neither my lover, family member or resident of my home

Herman's answer | Answered on January 29, 2009

Typically, at a defendant's first appearance they are asked if they are represented by a lawyer. If not, the court will ask them if the wish time...

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Do i get a lawyer first then bond or bond then lawyer?

Herman's answer | Answered on January 29, 2009

In Harris County, Texas the assistant district attorney will not speak to a lawyer about the case unless that person has made their bond. Luckily,...

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I have a Class C-theft , deffered for a period of 90 days and paid fine 300. Can I apply for expungemnt after 90 days?

Herman's answer | Answered on January 29, 2009

I agree with the previous response. A recent case favors the state when applying for a expungement despite the wording of the expungement statue. ...

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I have a Class C-theft , deffered for a period of 90 days and paid fine 300. Can I apply for expungemnt after 90 days?

Herman's answer | Answered on January 29, 2009

I agree with the previous response. A recent case favors the state when applying for a expungement despite the wording of the expungement statue. ...

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I received a letter from Tx. DPS - violation to appear for tickets 17 years old. I beleive I paid these tickets

Herman's answer | Answered on January 28, 2009

If you want an answer to a question please state a question.

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GRANDDAUGHTER ARREST FOR THEFT $50-500. PAID $175 BAIL. SHE WAS WITH SOMEONE WHO WAS STEALING AT WALMART. CAN CHARGES BE DROP

Herman's answer | Answered on January 27, 2009

Your granddaughter is presumed to be innocent. Therefore, anything is possible at this time. A competent criminal attorney can not tell you if...

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Do I need a criminal attorney?

Herman's answer | Answered on January 26, 2009

Yes, you should try to hire a criminal attorney to get your charges dismissed. If you can not hire a lawyer the court should appoint you one since...

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If i found out I am being investigated should I call the detective on the case?

Herman's answer | Answered on January 26, 2009

This is a common question that people ask. Typically, the answer is counterintuitive . I have blogged about this at...

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What is going to happen to me?

Herman's answer | Answered on January 26, 2009

A competent crimnial lawyer can not tell you what is going happen to you because you have not been charged with a crime. Perhaps, the police will...

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Can i file a motion of non disclosure for my deferred adjudication

Herman's answer | Answered on January 25, 2009

Yes, you may file for a non disclosure once you succesfully complete most misdemeanor deferred adjudications. Most felony cases require a longer...

Herman Martinez's Answers (401)

Charged with Family Violence/Assault on my property by someone who is neither my lover, family member or resident of my home

Do i get a lawyer first then bond or bond then lawyer?

I have a Class C-theft , deffered for a period of 90 days and paid fine 300. Can I apply for expungemnt after 90 days?

I have a Class C-theft , deffered for a period of 90 days and paid fine 300. Can I apply for expungemnt after 90 days?

I received a letter from Tx. DPS - violation to appear for tickets 17 years old. I beleive I paid these tickets

GRANDDAUGHTER ARREST FOR THEFT $50-500. PAID $175 BAIL. SHE WAS WITH SOMEONE WHO WAS STEALING AT WALMART. CAN CHARGES BE DROP

Do I need a criminal attorney?

If i found out I am being investigated should I call the detective on the case?

What is going to happen to me?

Can i file a motion of non disclosure for my deferred adjudication