My son was sentenced to 12 years in TDCJ for aggravated assault with house hold weapon...this is his first felony...
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Answered on June 24, 2012
It is extremely difficult to overturn a felony plea of guilty and sentence. The waiver of appeal is almost always upheld. It is important to...
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My Mom was charged today with a Class B Misdemeanor, what is the usual punishment imposed upon first time offenders?
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Answered on April 03, 2012
I agree with the above answers. What you hope for in these situations is to avoid a conviction of any sort, if possible. Obviously, the fact that...
Deferred adjudication probation violation
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Answered on April 03, 2012
Each judge has different policies with regard to handling probation violations. However, from what you say here, it is unlikely that a judge is...
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Can i take my daughter out of county
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Answered on March 18, 2012
I agree with Ms. Foley. It is better, in a court's eyes, if a parent takes the initiative to request than an order be changed prior to a move...
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According to the above Texas DWI Jurisdiction Law - see below
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Answered on March 18, 2012
I agree with Ted that it is likely a situation which, under the law, would be considered hot pursuit. You can be charged in either county though...
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Possession of controlled substance
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Answered on March 17, 2012
In order for the State to prove "possession," they must prove an "affirmative link" between the contraband and the individual. The facts, as you...
Can a 17 yr old be considered an adult in the state of texas?
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Answered on March 17, 2012
I agree with Paul and Cynthia. It seems unfair, in most circumstances, for a 17 year old to be considered an adult for purposes of the penal code...
How do I fight a speeding ticket in Texas
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Answered on March 01, 2012
Request a trial, in writing, from the Court that has jurisdiction over your ticket. In no instance should you enter a plea of no contest or...
"I was caught shoplifting from Walmart (2 items, less than $10 total). What are the repercussions of this in Texas?
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Answered on March 01, 2012
Most counties take the attitude that if the amount taken is paid back fully, then you can avoid a theft conviction on your record by agreeing to...
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What if i have a arrest tape with no audio? Is there someway to translate the video from the people talking in the video to said
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Answered on March 01, 2012
I agree with Mr. Greenberg, unless there is a way to get an order from court to have an expert examine the original tape to see if there is audio...