I am required by the State to hire a lawyer for my juvenile that commited a crime. What will happen to me if I refuse.

The court could order you to hire a lawyer for your son. I know that parents are responsible for the actions of the children - such as the...

Their is a very high chance that a motion to revoke his probation will be filed. However, that does not necessarily mean that his probation will...

What are some questions to ask for a case that a man is beating his wife and she kills him?

Google Battered Wife Syndrome. Assume that you would have an expert who could talk about the things that you read. You would have to set up the...

No, the case will not be dismissed because the officer didn't show. Obviously you must have an attorney if you are set for trial. Talk to the...

First, be aware that at ssault is not a crime of moral turpitude, but assault on a female is. I'll assume since you posted in domestic violence...

My ex keeps filing false claims about me hitting her this is the third time what can i do

You should have zero contact with her - no phone, no text, no Facebook or MySpace - none. You should keep all documents relating to the false...

Can my spouse file assault charges 2 months after I accidentaly cut him and he had to go the ER for sutures

Even if you cut your spouse accidentally, it is possible to righteously file charges for negligence. It seems rather odd to accidentally cut...

Domestic violence assault carries a basic penalty of up to 1 year in jail and up to a $4,000 file. If the person has priors (even unrelated to...

Can a class A Misdemeanor, domestic assualt charge be dropped before going to Grand Jury?

In Texas, misdemeanor cases do not go to the grand jury. They are directly filed by police with the prosecutor's office. The charge can be...

I want to divorce my husband. He says I can't take the kids if I leave. Is there a way I can stay in the house with the kids?

Ms. Bushman is correct. Hire a lawyer who works regularly in family law. (You may be able to get your attorney fees back.) Ask to have the house...