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Are police officers able to view the charging document before giving testimony before the Grand Jury?
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Answered on January 24, 2010
Yes. Typically, the police conduct the initial (if not the vast majority) of the investigation in criminal cases, so they have a good idea of what...
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Do i need a certified lawyer for a class b misdemeanor for theft, 18 years old, with no prior record.
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Answered on January 24, 2010
There are certainly advantages to hiring a Board Certified Criminal Lawyer: these lawyers have at least 5 years of experience, they have passed a...
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What are the chances of getting the case dissmissed? What do you think my options are?
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Answered on January 24, 2010
It is certainly helpful that you blew under the legal limit. However, the State can prove intoxication by showing that you had lost the normal use...
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18 year old with no prior record, Class B Misdemeanor for theft, what do i do next?
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Answered on January 24, 2010
One way to find an attorney in my opinion is to talk to folks who have been in your situation. You might have a fried or family member who has...
How long does the county have to file a class B misdemeanor (traffic, not DUI ) case in Texas?
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Answered on January 24, 2010
Just to clarify, most traffic tickets are Class C offenses, some of the notable exceptions being Reckless Driving and Obstructing a Passageway. ...
Can I move out of the state of Texas for college if I am on probation for a DWI first offense?
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Answered on January 23, 2010
Mr. Robinson knows nothing about Texas law and it is clear from the answers he gives. He appears to only answer questions to get points and...
Is there a maximum sentence for a first time offender in the state of Texas?
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Answered on January 23, 2010
There is not a special maximum sentence for first offenders; for this crime, a first degree felony, the punishment range is 5 to 99 years for a...
Can I move out of the state of Texas for college if I am on probation for a DWI first offense?
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Answered on January 23, 2010
You can only leave Texas with the permission of the judge who has got you on probation and the state that you would be traveling to. Even if the...
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I have recently been charged with possession of marijuana over 5lb less than 50lbs. i am a first time offender.
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Answered on January 23, 2010
Regarding your probation eligibility, with no prior felony convictions, you would be eligible for probation in the State of Texas.
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I have recently been charged with possession of marijuana over 5lb less than 50lbs. i am a first time offender.
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Answered on January 23, 2010
If you are charged with simply possessing this amount, you are facing a third degree felony carrying from 2 to 10 years in prison or up to 10 years...
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