Slim. In fact, many times they give serve-alls on DWI cases because of the danger to the public and the great chance of recidivism. There is a...

Do I need an attorney?

Possession of marijuana is a Class B, not C. Be sure of what you are charged. Regardless, you need to hire a lawyer to represent you.

Does a citation for theft under $50 with no arrest go on your criminal record in Texas?

At worse, he needs deferred disposition. If not, you MUST hire a lawyer or he will be convicted of a crime of moral turpitude and yes - it could...

Can I file a non-prosecution affidavit to claim drugs for personal use ?

Non-prosecution affidavits are by the complainants. You need to hire a lawyer. They do not generally believe affidavits that you propose but...

What are my best options. Get a lawyer, or just pay the fine?

It is actually called deferred disposition, not deferred adjudication, if it is indeed a Class C. But, a gram of marijuana is not a class C...

I live in Texas my wife and I are legally separated and she wrote checks and forged my name is that legal?

Talk to your family lawyer. There should be temporary orders in place if there is a "legal" separation that will dictate what can and cannot be...

What kind of time am I looking at? 3rd degree.

You can get from 2 to 10 years in prison if your 3rd degree felony has not been enhanced. No idea what you are on deferred for but you could get...

Can my friend or the police do anything to me if I was in a car accident as a passenger and leave scene?

You committed no crimes by leaving the scene. If your friend ends up charged, you may be asked to be a witness.

When is it legal to hold the accused for more than a month before he is brought before a judge in texas?

Your information is incorrect. I am almost 100% positive that this person went before a magistrate. If the person was held without bond, they...

I’m a senior, in magnet school, in NHS, & I want to go to college. I have no court date, can I speedy trial with no cop report?

Mom cannot drop charges - only the prosecutor can. Your charges are very serious and you need a lawyer reviewing your cases and advising you. It...