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Do a judge have to give a bond if lawyer file motion for bond plus something else he said

Cynthia's answer | Answered on March 19, 2011

The lawyer probably told you that he filed a writ of habeas corpus along with a motion for a bond. Generally judges set the case at no bond...

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How do i go about filling charges for indecency w a child and attempted rape by an ex"stepdad" over ten yrs ago?

Cynthia's answer | Answered on March 19, 2011

You should start by calling the police to see if they will take a report and talk to the prosecutor about filing charges. They should. The...

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Hat is the sentence for attempted theft for a juvenile ion texas"

Cynthia's answer | Answered on March 19, 2011

You were given a citation? Then it is not being charged in juvenile court and my answer to your other question is incorrect. If you received a...

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I was pulled over by a cop for running a red light in Arlington. At the time of this incidence, I was driving my friend's car.

Cynthia's answer | Answered on March 19, 2011

Appear in court with proof of the insurance. They will probably dismiss the FMFR for the court costs with proof.

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If your picked up on a blue warrant and out on bail should you continue to pay the bond for the charge you are out on bail

Cynthia's answer | Answered on March 19, 2011

If you contracted with a bonding company, you must abide by the contract or face being sued. You might talk with them about working out a lesser...

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What is the min/max sentence for a poss cs pg 1 less than 1g. If you are on probation for the same offense less than 6 mo's ago

Cynthia's answer | Answered on March 19, 2011

What is the controlled substance? I'll assume that it is a misdemeanor drug (such as prescription pills of some sort.) If so, the maximum...

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Family assault???Any suggestions on what to do?

Cynthia's answer | Answered on March 19, 2011

I have practiced in Houston for 23 years. If they offered your husband 180 days in jail, then either he is not a first offender or the assault was...

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My husband was sentenced to 10yrs for agg. assault w/ deadly weapon. During his court his juvenile record was brought up.

Cynthia's answer | Answered on March 19, 2011

Your husband's criminal record was admissible for punishment purposes only (or perhaps to impeach his testimony.) Your husband is not eligible...

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I was charged with a MIP and paraphernalia, what kind of legal trouble am i looking at?

Cynthia's answer | Answered on March 19, 2011

If you are charged with POM then it is a Class B misdemeanor. You will like receive probation, although given your history, you might be placed in...

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What is the sentence for attempted theft for a juvenile in texas??

Cynthia's answer | Answered on March 19, 2011

Unless you are charged as a juvenile with a felony, chances are that you will receive probation. It is more likely that you are charged with theft...

Cynthia Russell Henley's Answers (13496)

Do a judge have to give a bond if lawyer file motion for bond plus something else he said

How do i go about filling charges for indecency w a child and attempted rape by an ex"stepdad" over ten yrs ago?

Hat is the sentence for attempted theft for a juvenile ion texas"

I was pulled over by a cop for running a red light in Arlington. At the time of this incidence, I was driving my friend's car.

If your picked up on a blue warrant and out on bail should you continue to pay the bond for the charge you are out on bail

What is the min/max sentence for a poss cs pg 1 less than 1g. If you are on probation for the same offense less than 6 mo's ago

Family assault???Any suggestions on what to do?

My husband was sentenced to 10yrs for agg. assault w/ deadly weapon. During his court his juvenile record was brought up.

I was charged with a MIP and paraphernalia, what kind of legal trouble am i looking at?

What is the sentence for attempted theft for a juvenile in texas??