Can a DA block a targets appearance before a grand jury?

The DA handling the presentation to the grand jury can present and not present whatever s/he wants to the grand jury. If the grand jury decides...

I was convicted of a class b misdemeanor. this is the only thing on my background. how can i get this off my record?

If you received a final conviction then the case will remain on your record. If you received deferred adjudication probation, then you can...

What is the minimum required to be able to say that a criminal case has been filed?

The minimum to get a case filed is a for someone to say you did something that amounted to a crime. The police, based on that person's word, have...

Can I get a 1st time class b misdeameanor sealed for a theft by check in which i took care of but still had to turn myself in?

If you took a final conviction (fine only or time served) then it will remain on your record. If you got deferred adjudication probaiton and...

Can you get time knocked off your sentence is you testifiy against someone while you are incarcerated?

In order to get a time cut, two of three of the following officials must agree - the DA, the sheriff, and / or the judge. It is possible that he...

Criminal Mischief on a Vehicle, False Report Filing

Yes, you need a lawyer. If you are charged with criminal mischief for the two vehicles, then you will facing a potential for jail time. You might...

I was arrested April 2, 2008 for a dwi with a minor 18yr of age. I have never been in trouble before. I havent heard anything!

If the charge is pending but simply has not been brought to court (because the docket has been full), then the statute of limitations is tolled and...

Your case being unindicted means that it has not been presented to a grand jury which will more than likely issue a true bill - meaning that the...

I was put on 6 months probation with a $450 fine can i get off early i'm also 8 and half months pregnant and its my first offens

Were you charged with DUI or DWI? If you are on probation for DWI, then there is no early termination. I'm not sure about DUI. They can extend...

Are you eligible for probation if sentenced for a second degree felony in the state of texas?

A second degree felony carries from 2 to 20 years in prison plus a fine. If he has never before been convicted of a felony, thern he is eligible...