Questions answered by Patrick Bryce Kennedy

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I'm curious if two class b misdemeanors are the same as a "class A"

Patrick's answer | Answered on May 29, 2015

Both of these plea bargains looks pretty rough, but if you have to choose one, I would recommend Option 1. I would recommend option 1 for two...

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How do I get out of this situation?

Patrick's answer | Answered on May 29, 2015

I have never heard of a person having to pay for an officer to come to court to testify against them. It sounds like there is a lot of pressure on...

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Did I do right by not signing for the ticket if they can't prove the drugs were mine?

Patrick's answer | Answered on May 28, 2015

Signing a ticket means that you promise to appear in court - it does not mean that you are admitting guilt. By not signing it, you are giving...

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If there's no evidence can they still keep him locked up and not give him a bond reduction reduction

Patrick's answer | Answered on May 28, 2015

The answer to your question really depends on whether your husband has been indicted yet. If he has not yet been indicted, your lawyer can file a...

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How recent does my drug test need to be for Pre-Trial Intervention application?

Patrick's answer | Answered on May 28, 2015

I agree with my colleagues' answer. I usually advise my clients to take a test the same day they turn in their application for pretrial diversion....

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Can you get a theft by check misdemenor taken off your record?

Patrick's answer | Answered on May 28, 2015

The answer depends on how your case was handled. If you paid a fine in return for some type of pretrial diversion, then yes, you can get it...

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I am 15 and my boyfriend is 23. Can we get married before I turn 18?

Patrick's answer | Answered on May 27, 2015

Texas law allows people under the age of 18 to ask a judge for permission to marry without parental consent. You have to file a petition at the...

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Do I have to pay fines, fees, and court costs if I have not received a citation or summons for court?

Patrick's answer | Answered on May 27, 2015

You only have to pay fines, fees, and court costs if you plead guilty. Sine you have not pleaded guilty to any crimes yet, I would advise you to...

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How do I appeal a capital murder case?

Patrick's answer | Answered on May 27, 2015

I agree with Mr. Darvishi. You will have to hire a criminal appellate attorney to look over the case. When you enter into a plea bargain with the...

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I had a wreck while license is suspended. I had insurance and no ticket issued at the time.

Patrick's answer | Answered on May 26, 2015

I'm not sure exactly what kind of advice for which you are asking. If you are asking if you could be charged, then the answer is yes, you could be...

Patrick Bryce Kennedy's Answers (20)

I'm curious if two class b misdemeanors are the same as a "class A"

How do I get out of this situation?

Did I do right by not signing for the ticket if they can't prove the drugs were mine?

If there's no evidence can they still keep him locked up and not give him a bond reduction reduction

How recent does my drug test need to be for Pre-Trial Intervention application?

Can you get a theft by check misdemenor taken off your record?

I am 15 and my boyfriend is 23. Can we get married before I turn 18?

Do I have to pay fines, fees, and court costs if I have not received a citation or summons for court?

How do I appeal a capital murder case?

I had a wreck while license is suspended. I had insurance and no ticket issued at the time.