It seems to me that if the case was dismissed with no finding of guilt and no probation you should be able to get the records expunged

The diversion program would probably consist of monthly reporting for 6 months to a year, regular drug tests, a little community service, and no...

First off, he's not likely to go to jail. In a marijuana charge, the State must prove a usable quantity... he had less than a gram, so that may...

Wow...there's a lot to consider. First of all, you will be able to get the arrest expunged. When, depends on whether or not you were indicted...

I don't see any reason the officer couldn't testify. All these other issues should be brought out at the trial to determine his credibility...but...

Should an attorney be hired?

If your son is out on bond, there may not be an option to use a court-appointed attorney. Each county and each court is different as to what...

Felony third degree how long before it can be expunged in TX?

If the case was dismissed outright without any court-ordered supervision, you'll be eligible to have it expunged as soon as the statute of...

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Is there a statute of limitation that the prosecution has to refile an indictment or official complaint?

In a routine (not involving an estate or public servant or such) felony theft case the statute of limitations is 5 years. The time that the first...

My boyfriend was just arrested for driving w/ suspended license. He's on probation for a burglary of building felony. What next?

Actually, burglary of a building is a state jail felony and carries a punishment range of 6 months-2 years in a state jail facility (day for day)...

Urinating in public

I'm assuming that you are charged with disorderly conduct for exposing your genitals in a public place and being reckless about whether someone is...