A 12.44(a) is the Section of the Texas Penal Code that allows a judge to sentence a person convicted of a state jail felony to the punishment of a...

What are the steps in a criminal court proceeding?

In Texas, the terms may vary a little bit from what is used in a textbook that may cover laws and procedures from other state. Here are the basic...

How do i findout if i have traffic warrants

I will tell you this: local courts are very diligent about making sure that people who don't take care of their tickets get warrants for those...

In the TX penal code, what is the range of punishment for felony 1 attempted capital murder and marijauna poss. over 5 lbs.?

The attempted capital murder is a first degree felony that carries from 5 to 99 years in prison. If he had more than 5 pounds of marijuana (but...

It depends. An MIP is still just a Class C offense carrying a fine of up to $500. If you were found guilty, that would be the worst case...

My son is scheduled to appear at an "open Plea" Revocation hearing. I do not know what that means nor who is allowed to speak.

An "open plea", "pleading open" or "going open to the judge" are terms used by criminal lawyers and prosecutors to describe a defendant who hasn't...

3rd felony on a police officer falls under writ of habeas corpus/pardon/

I don't understand your question. Are you asking when a person sentenced to prison for felony assault on a police officer will be eligible for...

I have a jury trial in Houston, TX, for speeding. Is the police officer required to show, or must he be summoned first?

If it's the officer that wrote the ticket, then the State is required to subpoena him or her. He or she is likely the only witness that can...

I got a ticket but will only be in the state 20 more days. Is it worth it to plea not guilty and risk having to come back?

For the record, they don't have to prove 81 in 65; they only have to prove over 65. If you plead not guilty, you will have to come back and go...

If the person pleads guilty and pays the fine, then it will go on their permanent record. Oftentimes, prosecutors will offer what is called a...