I have 2 years left and owe a little over 5,000 of restitution what happens if I can't pay it? Since my officer demands I do..

That is $11.60 per week. You could make that in one hour of panhandling at a busy intersection.

How much trouble?

Serious trouble? You are playing with fire! The maximum punishment is 20 years in the state penitentiary and a fine of $10,000. And with a...

I would like to sue the man who had me arrested?

Texas recognizes the common-law tort of "malicious prosecution." The statute of limitations on the civil claim starts on the date of dismissal. ...

How can I find a flat fee attorney in Austin Texas?

Almost all criminal defense attorneys in Austin offer the option of flat fees instead of hourly billing. That said, the Travis County District...

Can I get a restraining order of someone in the same state but lives in another city?

This amounts to the criminal offense of Harassment and may reach the level of Stalking. If it meets the definition of Stalking, you can seek a...

You are facing 5 to 99 years or life in prison. Sell everything to get the best lawyer you can possibly afford. Your life basically depends on it.

How do I find out who my friends court appointed attorney is

Find him on the docket and look for the defense attorney's name on the right. There appear to be two district courts so check them both. The...

How can you get a restraining order against someone that has not verbally threatened you with bodily harm?

Stalking Protective Order under Chapter 7A of the Texas Cod of Criminal Procedure. Unlike a family violence protective order, an order based on...

How often are Assault cases completely dismissed after they dismissed pending investigation?

From this brief description it sees like maybe the prosecution just strategically dismissed it to avoid going over 180 days for the indictment and...

The state picked up charges. Can I have them dropped?

No, only the prosecutor can drop the charges. The prosecutor has to "consider" your position on the matter, but is not bound to do as you wish. ...