Questions answered by Carolyn F. Horton McDaniel

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My son and his girlfriend are have a baby.

Carolyn's answer | Answered on July 16, 2011

Normally the baby would get the father's last name. Unless both of them agree on the last name being your maiden name, it is not likely to happen....

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Does a felony appear on my record while on probation? It's the lowest class felony.

Carolyn's answer | Answered on June 17, 2011

If the charge is not showing up you must be on Deferred Probation. Once you complete the requirements, any record that shows up will only show the...

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Bigamony voided marraige. Now Presumed father issue. Child is 14. Court does not recognize me as the father. what are options

Carolyn's answer | Answered on May 27, 2011

Your statement is unclear. However, under the Family Code you do have some possible options. I would suggest you make an appointment with an...

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My 14 y/o daughter got caught shoplifting at the Sugar Land Mall last night. Her total amount was between $100 and $200.

Carolyn's answer | Answered on May 05, 2011

Her JPO may recommend she get a deferred probation. However, the District Attorney's Office will likely a Petition. Since she is a juvenile, the...

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What can you do if the judge denies you the early termination of provation..

Carolyn's answer | Answered on May 05, 2011

There could be any number of reasons that the judge denied your early termination. Normally they will let your attorney know what the reason was...

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If my girlfriend was acting all krazy..like yelling at me in public could my babies mom use that against me in court?

Carolyn's answer | Answered on May 04, 2011

I really do not think that her yelling at you on the dance floor would have any impact on your possession and access to your children. This is...

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My brother goes to court in 2 weeks for an arraignment and he has not yet been indicted. Could he be release when goes to court.

Carolyn's answer | Answered on May 01, 2011

He is not likely to get released just because he has not yet been indicted. If bail has not been set and he has not yet been appointed an...

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What is the best way to get a harassment (Class b) charge dropped?

Carolyn's answer | Answered on May 01, 2011

Your best bet is to hire an experienced criminal defense attorney & set the case for trial. Have all of your facts & evidence ready to give to your...

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I just recently lost my son and my ex-husband who was never apart of his life is sueing to make money off his death.

Carolyn's answer | Answered on April 26, 2011

It looks like we all agree. There really is not much you can do to stop him from making a claim on your son's assets. If he has nothing, then...

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What are the chances of me going to jail?

Carolyn's answer | Answered on April 25, 2011

Unless you have been in trouble before you probably won't go to jail. If you are eligible for Deferred Probation, then you will probably get it. ...

Carolyn F. Horton McDaniel's Answers (674)

My son and his girlfriend are have a baby.

Does a felony appear on my record while on probation? It's the lowest class felony.

Bigamony voided marraige. Now Presumed father issue. Child is 14. Court does not recognize me as the father. what are options

My 14 y/o daughter got caught shoplifting at the Sugar Land Mall last night. Her total amount was between $100 and $200.

What can you do if the judge denies you the early termination of provation..

If my girlfriend was acting all krazy..like yelling at me in public could my babies mom use that against me in court?

My brother goes to court in 2 weeks for an arraignment and he has not yet been indicted. Could he be release when goes to court.

What is the best way to get a harassment (Class b) charge dropped?

I just recently lost my son and my ex-husband who was never apart of his life is sueing to make money off his death.

What are the chances of me going to jail?