On a background check does a "dismissed" imply a prior conviction?

A dismissal can happen for various reasons. However a dismissal is NOT a conviction and it is not a not guilty verdict.

How to I file an assault charge, and how serious would this charge be?

You need to dial 911 and report this to the police immediately.

Who are the leading criminal defense lawyers in the Houston area in terms of winning the most when it comes to assault charges ?

In addition to the excellent suggestion about contacting the local Bar Association you could also go down to the courthouse and do a search in the...

I concur with the others. These are very serious charges so you need to have an attorney that is experienced in this area and who you are...

PETITION TO SEAL AND DESTROY ARREST RECORDS under (PENAL CODE § 851.8(I)

Sealing and destroying California criminal records may be either a one or two-step process. Step 1 – Petition the law enforcement agency for...

Can I sue a nightclub because the bouncers there assaulted me? What are my chances of winning?

Best suggestion is to contact a local Personal Injury attorney in your area. Sounds like you may have a good case. Most attorneys will offer you...

My friend is being charged with armed kidnapping when it clealy shows he took the female to the hospital. There was no gun but

The public defender is always an option. Have you contacted your local County Bar Association to see if you can get a referral?

Not a felony if no accident or injuries. If not a commercial license, yes on restricted. All premised on making the right legal moves.

Depends if he's found guilty or not of one or all of the counts. Also what kind of plea bargain deal his attorney can get for him? Easily can...

If someone saw you and or the license plate or a partial license plate number on your vehicle it may take some time for them to track you down. If...