How do attorneys know whether or not to put their client on the stand.

I think Ms. O'Connor's answer was very well thought out. I would only add that, as Mr. Kaman pointed out, the decision about whether or not to...

How can I find the dates on a DUI convictionI I had almost 10 years ago? It was federal.

You could clerk of the court where your case was tried; they should have records containing the exact dates of arrest, indictment or information,...

Normal rate for expungement of a record

In Travis County, I know several attorneys charge from $500-2000 in attorneys fees in addition to the $400-500 in filing fees for an...

Do I need to appear in person to the Hays County TX JP for a speeding violation or can I handle the matter remotely?

If you submit the paperwork before the appearance date, I don't think you will need to make that court appearance. Call the court clerk to verify...

What is jail time or criminal charge for a concealed handgun in vehicle?

If he is actually charged just with the offense of Unlawful Carrying of Handgun by a License Holder, then it would be a Class A misdemeanor...

What is jail time or criminal charge for a concealed handgun in vehicle?

There are several charges that could be filed against this person. If he had a handgun in his car, then he could be charged with Unlawfully...

It probably means that a person was held on a charge (that is a judge found there was probable cause to allow the police to charge him). This...

I have a coccaine case and vilated probation

You could face all of the time you got on the first case plus time on the new felony case (it depends on how much cocaine you are alleged to have...

How can I make bond?

There is probably a warrant for your arrest out there (you can contact HPD or HCSO to verify that the warrant actually exists). If you cannot...

My friend has a public defender that refuses to come see him or answer his letters. What can he do?

Some public defenders (and private attorneys) are notoriously bad about returning phone calls and visiting their clients in jail This is just of...