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I am currently in England and looking to write to a inmate at Harris county jail TX Would he be able to write back to England?
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Answered on September 09, 2013
Sure. As long as the inmate has enough money in their commissary account to cover the postage. But nothing sent to or from the inmate will be kept...
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Can appeals appellant's attend oral argument hearings?
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Answered on September 09, 2013
Yes in a civil case.
Yes in a criminal case if the defendant is out of custody (i.e., on an appeal bond).
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My husband got arrested on the spot because I did have slight injuries to my head. Will he serve time? This is his first time.
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Answered on September 09, 2013
Unfortunately you cannot "drop the charges." Once the DA files the case, you are simply a witness who is the victim of the crime. Many DA's offices...
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A current felon, on probation, receives 2 new charges. unlawful carry of weapon, and robbery with bodily injury expect what?
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Answered on September 08, 2013
The felon should expect to get sent to prison, possibly for a long time. I join these others in strenuously suggesting you hire the best defense...
What does the aggravated mean on the charges.
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Answered on September 04, 2013
It depends on the case, but it most commonly means either: (1) a deadly weapon was involved; (2) someone suffered serious bodily injury; or (3) the...
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What are the chances the conviction can be reversed on the appeal hearing??
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Answered on September 04, 2013
The timing depends entirely on the appellate judges and the complexity of the issues. An opinion might be issued a month after the submission date...
Can a plea deal agreement be reversed in Texas after being sentenced?
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Answered on September 03, 2013
Yes, it's possible...but it is an uphill battle. Your friend is guaranteed effective representation in a criminal case. He is also guaranteed the...
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Can felony charges be reduced?
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Answered on September 03, 2013
Sure they can. Cases get reduced or dismissed frequently. In fact, I'm not even sure how the facts you state give rise to a tampering case anyway....
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Do I need a lawyer for a case like this???
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Answered on August 30, 2013
What do you mean "is currently revoked as of February 2013?" If you were previously put on probation and the judge then revoked it last February...
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I am currently unable to perform the community service. I work 70+ hours per work and have no way or time to perform it. Help
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Answered on August 28, 2013
Contact your prior lawyer. The terms of a probation can always be modified by a judge (unless it is a pretrial diversion situation). Your lawyer...
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