How dose a 1244 work?

A 12.44 (Section 12.44 of the Texas Penal Code) allows a Court to either punish a conviction on a State Jail Felony with a Class A misdemeanor...

In Travis County, PTR means a Pre-trial setting, but it can be uncontested (no witnesses -- just a conference between attorneys) or contested (one...

How do I find affordable representation for my discrimination and retaliation complaint I want to file with the EEOC & FEPA?

Good answer by Mr. Taylor. These areas (and there is more than one area implied by your question), are more complicated and trickier than one...

When a defense attorney subpeonas medical records, how do they know from the victims doctors?

Good answer by Mr. Zimmerman. You should talk to a lawyer and have her talk to the prosecutors.

Can I ask my detective to remove the fact that I am pregnant to prevent any of my OB-GYN records to be released?

If it's a criminal case, it may not even be legal for them to actually remove the records. You should talk to the prosecutors to convince them...

Can the cops press charges on someone who ODs when they arrive with EMS? And can they discuss the incident with others?

This is a complicated situation which your friend needs to discuss with an experienced lawyer. It's possible he could be charged, but there are a...

Can i take my ex to small claims court?

Yes. It is always easier if you have a written agreement, but if not, you will each get to tell your side of the story and show any relevant...

What should I do if I can't complete community service hours, an alcohol awareness class nor alcohol related community service?

Call the Court and ask to speak to the clerk, and tell her you need to ask for an extension, which will probably mean scheduling a time to come...

My 17 year old was arrested for attempted burglary of habitation. Can case be dropped if there is no evidence against him?

Of course it can be dropped if there is no evidence, but when the police arrested him they submitted a sworn affidavit to a judge saying that they...

Involved in fatal car accident. Should I go to funeral or send condolences/flowers?

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