Under what circumstance can an adult be convicted for "rape"

17 is the age of consent in Texas (with a 3 year difference in age "allowance"). Staying in a hotel won't do it, but certain sexual contact will....

Is it possible for one to be on probation when they havent been formally charged with a crime?

It sounds like he is on bond and has probation-like conditions on that bond. He needs to speak with his lawyer for an explanation of what's going on.

Are their any legal actions we can take if we find a parasitic worm in our food at a restaurant?

This needs to be redirected to another forum, it is not criminal in nature.

How do I get a restraining order against a co-worker? I have filed criminal charges against him for assault?

You may new to contact an employment lawyer about the situation. Was the co-worker disciplined or fired?

I need a lawyer who can file a motion for new trial, I don't have much money.

Anything that could be raised in a motion for new trial can also be raised in a writ of habeas corpus (which doesn't have to be filed any time...

You should not have any problems hiring a bail bond company to get him out of jail. The court cannot control what you do, it can only control his...

Are there attorneys in the Houston area that specialize or have been successful in getting shock probation for their clients?

Use the lawyer locator on this site or google lawyers with the qualifications you are looking for. The rules of this site prohibit suggesting a...

My case was dismissed on 6/1/2016,

If your case was dismissed, it will still show up on your record (as a dismissal) unless and until it is expunged. If asked, you can always provide...

Harassment and/or stalking, Can I file charges?

If she texted you anything that was threatening, alarming, annoying, etc., you should be able to call the police and have harassing communication...

What are the cps worker looking for in a hair follicle test

CPS is looking to see what, if any, drugs are in your system. They might also be looking for how recently and how much drugs have been used.