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I have 2 convictions on my record from over 10 yrs ago. I would like to get my records sealed due to the fact I cant get a good
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Answered on May 31, 2011
If you received deferred adjudication probation and successfully served it out, then you can move to seal your records. If you were convicted of...
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Please contact me
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Answered on May 31, 2011
There is really no such thing as vacating a plea. You have 30 days to file a motion for new trial, or you will have to find someone who handles...
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My son has been in jail for over 10 months on a sexual assault charge he has not been indicted.
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Answered on May 31, 2011
As the other lawyers said, when 90 days have elapsed without an indictment, your son is entitled to a PR bond or a bond that he can make.
As far...
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I was arrested in Tyler, Texas. I was transported to Smith County Jail. How long should I be held for another county?
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Answered on May 31, 2011
Generally you can be held for 10 days after you finish your sentence in the county in which you are in jail. In the past, one could post bond in...
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Can we file a reduction
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Answered on May 31, 2011
You can file a motion for new trial within 30 days asking for the case to be returned to the trial docket. You can file an appeal but for a guilty...
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How can I find out if someone has another court date?
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Answered on May 31, 2011
I agree with the other two lawyers - contact the clerk of the court with the defendant's information to determine if and where there is another...
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How long will my brother be in jail, does he have a chance of staying in the US and what can happen to the owner of the vehicle?
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Answered on May 31, 2011
The charge of first offender DWI carries a maximum punishment of up to 180 days in jail. In Harris County, the State will offer no less than 30...
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I was arrested for class a misdemenor assualt i have to prior convictions for a dui last being two years ago. will i get jail ti
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Answered on May 31, 2011
If you have only the DWIs and no assaultive incidents, and if the complainant was not badly hurt or does not insist on harsh punishment (and even...
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I'm charged with "Class C Assault by threat", how can I find out if District Attorney will drop the case or take it to the court
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Answered on May 30, 2011
Why don't you try calling some local lawyers to see what they would charge, and whether they would work a split fee with you (non-trial / trial)? ...
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How is it usually handled when there is a typo or technicality on an original indictment?
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Answered on May 30, 2011
If there is a typo that does not affect the substance of the indictment, then it can be ignored. If it does affect the substance, then the State...
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