What is the penalty caught shoplifting a second time in Texas the amount was 85 . 00 of merchindise from walmart

It's a class "b" misdemeanor punishable by up to 180 days in jail and a fine of up to $2000 or up to 2 years of probation. There is no time limit...

If a person is placed in jail and is not read his Miranda Rights till the day he is released is that legal?

Miranda warnings only apply to statements made after a person is placed in custody. If the state doesn't intend to use any statements then there is...

How do I get sexual assault off my record. Ive already done ten years in prison and 6months probation.

This is an unfortunate circumstance but at this point you cannot ever get this removed from our record....

Lost my job due to being charged with welfare fraud first offense ?

If you have never been convicted of a felony you are eligible for probation. In these circumstances I usually advise my clients to hold for a...

Parole eligibility is based on a number of factors including the type of crime, the person's criminal history and the person's behavior while in...

Is Miranda required for an arrest on school grounds?

Juveniles are frequently treated differently than adults. The lack of being read one's rights only becomes an issue at trial generally....

I just completed a deferred adjudication (felony 3 for possession with intent to distribute). Can I get my record seal asap?

No. You must wait for the statute of limitations to run. For most felines this is 5 years....

My middle name was spelled wrong from my DWI arrest in 2005, is there anyway to have that taken off my record and recoup my fine

If the DPS has you confused with someone else about your criminal history and you paid fines that you didn't need to pay then you can request a...

Fort Worth, Tx On 5 yr probation for ASLT FAM/HOUSE MEM W/PREV. Got arrested and charged with DWI W/CHILD U/15 YOA .

The probation violation would carry anywhere from 2 years to 10 years in prison and the other charge is a state jail felony with a range of 6...

Would I be eligible for deferred disposition if I have a previous infraction for a speeding ticket that has already been paid?

A paid ticket should not affect your ability to receive deferred disposition on a public intoxication. I encourage you to keep this off your...