Charges were dropped due to cops setting me up... but in order to get out of jail I had to take Felony Bail Jumping?

False arrest is not a defense to bail jumping. Bail jumping means you did not show up for court to answer whether that arrest was false, a wholly...

My charges are officially dropped, will it show up on my background check for jobs?

Yes, it will show that you were arrested. Your remedy is to seek an expunction. Consult with a criminal defense attorney practicing in the...

If the appointed lawyer is neglecting his duties it should be relatively easy to request replacement counsel. He should contact the court to do so.

Will I have a good shot at employment with a pest control company with a 15 yr old felony assault conviction?

You're probably just going to have to ask the pest control company. Good luck.

What does no contest mean when you gotten arrested for no drivers license?

He means he put you on deferred adjudication. If you don't get any more trouble in 30 days then your case will be dismissed. You would still need...

Can I still get a state (Texas) ID if I have a warrent?

Yes, it will affect you. It will get you arrested sooner or later, as when you come in contact with law enforcement, and they run a check on you. ...

Pay the tickets first. If you go to DPS first, you will pay the tickets just the same, but after you have been thrown in jail. Hire a lawyer. It...

What is my brother looking at in sentencing for 2 counts of Burglary of Habitation even when he did not know what he was doing?

Ms. Pace is absolutely correct. Use the Avvo 'find a lawyer' tab above and hire the very best attorney you can. Good luck.

Need to know if this is the right move or not

She might not get reinstated or a lesser sentence with a lawyer, but she sure as hell ain't getting it without a lawyer. Good luck.

Do municipal charges get reported to the county

Every probation order in the State of Texas includes as a standard condition of probation that you must notify your probation officer of any new...