What happens in a open plea?

The defendant says they are guilty and evidence is presented to the judge by the State and then the defendant as to why punishment should be...

Can my boyfriend ask for a court date to reduce his bond before he has been indicted?

Hire a lawyer. Motion to set reasonable bail. If it fails, petition for writ of habeas corpus. If it fails, direct appeal. Good luck.

My fiancé strangled and threaten to kill his mother. His family want him to go to rehab for 6 months can they do this?

Rehabilitation options are common and not to hard to accomplish if he is willing. Probation is the usual order for first time offenders unless the...

If he is on deferred he gets a bond. If straight probation the judge can but they frequently don't.

Can I still get my lisense even though I got a ticket for driving without one in Texas ?

Consult with a ticket attorney. Even if you are currently ineligible for the full license you can get an occupational license.

Can my boyfriend get probation while on parole ?

While it is not prohibited by law, probation when previously convicted, much less still on parole, gets to be very problematic. Don't get your...

Is there a statute of limitations once you've been arrested?

Without knowing the actual charge, yes, it is three years, meaning the State has three years from the alleged date of the offense to file a charge....

Can I get a lawyer to help me with traffic violations/warrants from 2004 and 2005 in three different counties?

Use the Avvo 'Find a lawyer' tab above. Good luck.

I took respirdal gor over a year and was even givin a claim number.

Redirecting this to medical malpractice. Good luck.

You can get a revocation for nonpayment, even though inability to pay is a defense. If you get a revocation a warrant will issue for your arrest...