Minor in Consumption. Court tomorrow morning. No $ for an attorney and need advice on how to handle this.

If you haven't already gone and accepted a deferral, plead "not guilty" at today's court appearance. If this is your first court setting in Austin,...

II im able to make bail, Im likely not be considered indigent and will be asked to hire my own counsel anyway?

The law is clear on this matter: A judge can NOT consider your ability to make bail in determining whether you are indigent. If you can somehow...

Was the officer allowed to search my vehicle?

If you had a giant, six-foot gilded hookah adorned with flowing tassels and a big sign attached to it that said, "This hookah for ganja-smoking...

Restricted driver's license suspension question??

Before taking a person's license, DPS grants a smidgen of due process to the license-holder, but you must move quick. Your son has 15 days from...

Can tx dept of public safty take your license for first dui?

Yes, DPS can suspend a license for a first DWI. They also tack on surcharges for DWI convictions, along with many other convictions. Your son...

With regards to the "lifting" process, every city is different. If you want to do it without an attorney, usually you must post a bond in an...

Unless you successfully completed a deferred adjudication, there is no way to alter your record. If you successfully completed a deferred...

My sister was charged with theft over 50 dollars In Texas what is her punishment.

Not to split hairs, but theft $50-$499 is a Class B Misdemeanor, punishable by as long as 6 months in jail and a $2,000 fine. Regardless,...

I have been charged with possession of marijuana under 2 ounces and was arrested for a class B misdemeanor...

Lubbock has an excellent criminal defense bar, and you should get a fine attorney whether you are appointed one or you hire one. Deferred...

I recently recieved a dui. Do I need an attorney? I am guilty. I failed my breathalizer test.

Please don't perceive this as further piling-on, but the collateral consequences of DWI can not be overstated. In addition to the license...