Article 17.151 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure states that a defendant who is jailed must be released by reducing the amount of bail...

My lawyer is not helping. What can I do?

You show up in Court and keep paying your attorney. Your other option would be to dismiss (read as fire) him as your counsel.

I received an obstruction of highway charge 4 months after having my case dropped by the judge during my arraignment

Obstruction of a highway is a completely different charge than DWI and can be charged on a seperate basis than the DWI. Without seeing the...

I was charged DWI and offered obstructing highway

You would not be able to an expunction for the obstruction of a highway. The first option sounds like the better option, without knowing the...

Burglary habitual 5 years recommendation from DA. Only evidence is me pawning stolen stuff can I get lesser charge?

you are facing very serious charges here and the offer of 5 may be a very good result. You can be convicted at trial on what seems to be very...

Coming in from out of state to Burnett County. Arraignment Hearing on 7/11/14. 3rd Degree Felony Assault. Not Guilty.

You will not go to jail unless you have violated a condition of your bond, as has been mentioned. Also, it's also been said that you should seek...

Can i get violated if i come out dirty on a UA for marijuana on a DWI probation?

Yes. A dirty UA can trigger a motion to revoke. You should speak to an attorney as soon as you can.

I was cought with 27 pounds of marijuana in The tank of my car got bond and never show up for court its been 17 year ago

The law in effect in 1997 would be the law that you would be sentenced under. You should speak to an attorney as soon as possible because you must...

How soon should I start consulting with criminal defense attorneys?

Many lawyers, myself included, offer free consultations. You should speak with one as soon as you can. Marijuana charges in Texas are treated...

I just found out I have a warrant for theft by check that was issued in 2005. What to do now?

You can turn yourself in for the warrant, but you may be asked to make a bond to secure your appearance in court. If they charged you originally in...