The statue of limitations is the amount of time the State has to file charges against someone and starts from the date of the alleged criminal...

This appears to be a read out from the Travis County Sheriff's Office. In this case, this means that a personal bond has been turned in for that...

What does it take to be convicted on first degree murder?

To get a conviction for First Degree Murder in the State of Texas, the State has to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that: a person intentionally or...

After recieving ticket noticed the officer had written the correct license plate but wrong car / model.

As the prior response indicates, this will not result in a dismissal. The officer can testify about the correct information and can correct...

Legality of personal ad

In the State of Texas, the Penal Code makes it an offense where "a person who is 17 years of age or older, with the intent to arouse or gratify the...

What whould you recommend for a false aggravated felony with a deadly weapon?

I'd agree with Mr. Bailey as far as hiring a new attorney is concerned. Most judges are suspicious of defendants changing lawyers at the last...

Is it possible to drop from theft to dishonest misappropriation of property? If yes, any advice/tips on it?

I am not aware of any such crime (dishonest misappropriation of property). Those terms are the basic definition of theft or fraud. This may be...

If I requested trial by grand jury both verbal and writen does this have to be granted?

I am little confused be your question. In Texas, the GJ does not determine whether or not you are guilty or innocent, they decide whether or not...

How long must I declare a federal felony background?

A conviction that involves prison time or regular probation is a final conviction that stays on your record for the rest of your life. If the...

The Statute of Limitations for a child sexual abuse case is 10 years after the victim turns 18, so she can still file a complaint on this incident...