What are the stages of criminal trial if a mexican extradited? I need the help of a lawyer in Texas, please!

Federal criminal procedure is not a subject that can be described in this space. You need to consult with an attorney either in person or over the...

Can the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit reconsider, reopen or re-review one of it's own decisions.

If you want the court to reconsider a decision, your attorney needs to file a Petition for Rehearing under FRAP 40. You have a limited amount time...

If you are a minor driving a vehicle, any amount of alcohol in your system, on your breath, is a violation. One sip and you are breaking the law....

What happens after an inmate, who went to US illegally, completes his sentence?

If your brother is illegal, he will be taken from his federal prison to an immigration "detention center" which look a lot like a prison. He will...

Does a 5K1.1 allow a departure from the mandatory 20 minimum for Federal Distribution of Heroin Resulting in Death Charge?

Yes, the 5k1.1 motion will allow the judge to issue a sentence under the mandatory minimum. However, sentencing in federal court is not a simple...

Legal or illegal?

The bigger question is what did they find in the trunk? There are a lot of questions I have before answering whether the search was legal. Also...

I was wrongly accused, found guilty of aggravated sexual assault 8 years ago. Can I still do anything to get this off my record

If the person recants his/her story, or new evidence is found which proves your innocence, then maybe yes. If the governor grants a pardon, yes....

Can officer arrest you for traffic violation?

By traffic violation you mean a Class C misdemeanor, then no, an officer can not arrest you for only that. Having said that, sometimes an officer...

Had sis probation and looking to purchase a gun.

When you say your rights are restored, how? By whom? You may have your state rights restored only. Just because your case is sealed does not...

How can one get 15 years for carrying firearms not on his person, house, possessions etc. Told it was constructive sentencing.

There are a number of different ways to get charged and sentenced even when nothing was found on you. You could be charged with conspiracy, the...