Questions answered by Cynthia Russell Henley

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I have now been incarcerated for 24 years for a crime that I did not commit, and I HAVE filed many evidentiary petitions.

Cynthia's answer | Answered on May 28, 2014

If you have filed many writs and had evidence that the court deems to have previously been available, you probably are out of luck. Sorry.

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I completed a pretrial diversion for a minor possession charge, will it show on a background check?

Cynthia's answer | Answered on May 28, 2014

You mean you got a deferred disposition for MIP which means that the case was dismissed. You did not do a pretrial diversion (which is for higher...

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I am on probation for dwi 2nd I got offered a job as a server at a night club am I eligible? this is in TX, thanks

Cynthia's answer | Answered on May 28, 2014

In Harris County, you would not be allowed to work there. You need to discuss this with your probation officer to determine if you can work at a...

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I may be facing a burglary of a habitat charge due to a false report by my wife. I moved out and took all of my things. NeedHelp

Cynthia's answer | Answered on May 28, 2014

In Texas, property is community property. Moreover, you had a right to be there and to take property. (I'm not saying you did - but that you had...

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If check was in the process of being cashed and it came up that the check was no good or stolen

Cynthia's answer | Answered on May 28, 2014

If they have your information, they can contact you and file charges on you for fraud. You took every step necessary to commit fraud (or theft)...

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My soon-to-be ex wife has filed multiple false police reports against me. The latest was this morning, what can I do??

Cynthia's answer | Answered on May 28, 2014

You can probably get some help via your family lawyer who can file to have her cease and desist. Moreover, do not put yourself in the position of...

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What are the best results from a Paid Lawyer to a Court appointed ? I don't want to pay if I'm going to get the same results.

Cynthia's answer | Answered on May 28, 2014

If you do not qualify for a court appointed lawyer, you are not going to get one. If you have the ability to pay a lawyer, and apparently you do,...

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Would like to write a letter asking the judge to release me of my court fees and probation fees.

Cynthia's answer | Answered on May 28, 2014

First talk with your probation officer about the situation. Provide a copy of all income and all expenses. The probation officer can send your...

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Hi, can I get an occupational license in Texas if my license is suspended for both refusing brearh test and a 2nd dwi?

Cynthia's answer | Answered on May 28, 2014

If your 2nd DWI was within 5 years of your first DWI then you cannot get an occupational for the first year. They call this a hard suspension. ...

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I have a child in jail that has been there since March 8. The original charge was theft over 500 under 1500. However the charge

Cynthia's answer | Answered on May 27, 2014

If he is charged with a SJF, he may be able to qualify for a early release, although it is not guaranteed. He has to participate in programs and...

Cynthia Russell Henley's Answers (13496)

I have now been incarcerated for 24 years for a crime that I did not commit, and I HAVE filed many evidentiary petitions.

I completed a pretrial diversion for a minor possession charge, will it show on a background check?

I am on probation for dwi 2nd I got offered a job as a server at a night club am I eligible? this is in TX, thanks

I may be facing a burglary of a habitat charge due to a false report by my wife. I moved out and took all of my things. NeedHelp

If check was in the process of being cashed and it came up that the check was no good or stolen

My soon-to-be ex wife has filed multiple false police reports against me. The latest was this morning, what can I do??

What are the best results from a Paid Lawyer to a Court appointed ? I don't want to pay if I'm going to get the same results.

Would like to write a letter asking the judge to release me of my court fees and probation fees.

Hi, can I get an occupational license in Texas if my license is suspended for both refusing brearh test and a 2nd dwi?

I have a child in jail that has been there since March 8. The original charge was theft over 500 under 1500. However the charge