Do we need a Criminal Defense or a Family Violence attorney?

Yes and yes, but it is best to have one who does both. If a person is arrested for Injury to a Child and that child is their own, a CPS case may...

My boyfriend might be sentenced to 90 days in Dallas county jail would it be 3 for 1

Macy is correct. If he is serving a sentence, he also gets credit for any time he has spent in jail on the case. So if he spent 5 days in jail...

What to do when you have a felony criminal mischief case against you and the sheriff given you 5 days to take care of it?

These are tricky in Dallas County. The DA usually does not file a case until the person has been arrested. The bond generally is not set until the...

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In Texas, a person accused of a felony has the right to be present at the time of arraignment?

In Dallas, we generally have two arraignment proceedings. First, when a person is arrested, they are arraigned before the magistrate where their...

IF I AM OUT ON BOND CAN MY COURT APPOINTED LAWYER ATTEND MY FIRST COURT DATE TO RESCHEDULE? BECAUSE i AM UNABLE TO ATTEND..

It typically depends on the court. Many times, a lawyer can appear on behalf of a client, especially on a first setting or an announcement...

What can they give you if you valtion probation for fail to register as a sex offered if it your first time

We really need more information to answer the question. What is the violation? How long has the Defendant been on probation? How many prior...

If charges are dismissed and expunged and I didnt have to do any probation or deferred adjutication, can i get my gun back?

If the cases are expunged, then it is as if the arrest never happened. This should not affect your CHL.

Can my friend be charged if she's living with a guy who has a warrant out for his arrest?

I respectfully disagree with 2 of the 3 responses. In order to be charged with "hindering apprehension" she must be actively concealing him from...

In a criminal case, is it uncostitutional to have the only defense witness be brought in court and testify in shackles?

Short answer? No, it is not unconstitutional to have a witness brought into the courtroom in shackles. There are some judges that will allow the...

Is it better for you to have a paid lawyer if you go to jail on a misdemeanor and your on probation?

Whether you receive a court appointed or retain your own, it often makes no difference. Some of the best lawyers in Dallas County take criminal...