Questions answered by Cynthia Russell Henley

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I accepted a lesser charge of hwy endangerment. It's been more than 10 yrs. when can I stop listing it?

Cynthia's answer | Answered on May 14, 2014

Listing it for what purpose? If you took a deferred adjudication probation, petition for nondisclosure so it will seal it against some views. ...

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Why are they taking so long to release my husband?

Cynthia's answer | Answered on May 14, 2014

What do you mean "posted his fines". If his fines are for the traffic violations and he pled guilty, it should only be a few days to serve them out.

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Whats the likely result for a first time offense for robbery and bodily injury?

Cynthia's answer | Answered on May 14, 2014

Way to many factors to give a straight answer. You will have input on the outcome. If there is other extraneous incidents, the prosecutor may...

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Son sentenced 25 yrs and $50,000 fine. served 8 1/2 yrs and released 3 yrs ago. now he owes fine, can it be time served

Cynthia's answer | Answered on May 14, 2014

Probably not but as along as he is making payments and does not live extravagantly, they will probably not do anything to him. He should...

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Asset Protection Recovery. I received one while shoplifting at walmart and I am very concerned I do not know what to do?

Cynthia's answer | Answered on May 14, 2014

The demand you received is a civil demand. If you do not pay it, then they would have to sue you if they want to try to get money from you. It...

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How long does the DA have between arrest and indictment? The charge is felony theft.

Cynthia's answer | Answered on May 14, 2014

Statute of limitations is two years, and the lawyer's hands are pretty tied for now.

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Never had a DL, got first DWI with open container. Can I get my DL?

Cynthia's answer | Answered on May 14, 2014

If you are eligible for a license, you can get one. However, you will not be eligible for some period of time because either you took and failed...

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How much time is 20% of 180 day county jail time?

Cynthia's answer | Answered on May 14, 2014

20% of 180 is 36. Is that what you are asking?

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What are the possible penalties for a first time offense of possession of marijuana less an an ounce? Less than two ounces?

Cynthia's answer | Answered on May 14, 2014

Dismissal after taking a drug class such as DPS DOEP; pretrial diversion; deferred adjudication probation; straight probation (dumb to do); jail...

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If I am in a pre-trial diversion program, will a criminal history show up on a background check for potential employers?

Cynthia's answer | Answered on May 14, 2014

I agree with Mr. Churak. It will appear that you have been charged, that the case is pending, and it can show - if they look - the final court...

Cynthia Russell Henley's Answers (13496)

I accepted a lesser charge of hwy endangerment. It's been more than 10 yrs. when can I stop listing it?

Why are they taking so long to release my husband?

Whats the likely result for a first time offense for robbery and bodily injury?

Son sentenced 25 yrs and $50,000 fine. served 8 1/2 yrs and released 3 yrs ago. now he owes fine, can it be time served

Asset Protection Recovery. I received one while shoplifting at walmart and I am very concerned I do not know what to do?

How long does the DA have between arrest and indictment? The charge is felony theft.

Never had a DL, got first DWI with open container. Can I get my DL?

How much time is 20% of 180 day county jail time?

What are the possible penalties for a first time offense of possession of marijuana less an an ounce? Less than two ounces?

If I am in a pre-trial diversion program, will a criminal history show up on a background check for potential employers?