Can I get probation for first time having a felony. It's a 2nd degree felony with deadly weapon I never used it. I just showed?

I believe that Texas Code of Criminal Procedure 42.12 Sec 3G (a) (2) prohibits a Judge from granting straight probation when it is shown that a...

If a person is required to have an interlock device, blows into it, it registers alcohol present and the person knows he has NOT been drinking, my...

UCW means unlawful carrying of a weapon. Without more facts nobody can accurately predict what the Government will do with the case. I would making...

I have never heard of a drink that was so good that it was worth the risk of getting a probation revoked over it. Ask the Lawyer you had when you...

I received two tickets for parking in a handicap spot in my apartments.

In Texas there are specific Laws about Handicapped parking spots and whether they can be enforced in the Municipal Court. Seek a Lawyer familiar...

In over 40 years of practicing Criminal Law I have seen many people held in jail when there is insufficient evidence to prove guilt. It has been...

Recantation by a complaining witness will not necessarily cause the release of the person in prison because of the witnesses first statement. Court...

What do I do, I just received a class c misdemeanor for theft?

Find a Criminal Defense Lawyer who offers a free initial consultation. Make an appointment for an office visit about this important matter. A theft...

My son was arrested January 20,2017.. and wasn't indicted after the 90 days nor has he been to court at all.

Have your son write his Lawyer a letter which gives the Lawyer your son's permission to talk to you. When that has been done, call the Lawyer's...

What measures am I able to take to recoup restitution that has been awarded to me?

I would call the victims' assistance coordinator at the DA's office that prosecuted the case.