Is there any way to prevent a class B misdemeanor from permanently residing on my record?

There are two ways to keep this off your record: get the case dismissed, or get acquitted at trial. You should consult with some criminal defense...

How does a court view a 2nd DWI incurred within 2 years of 1st DWI - with the 1st DWI having a successful pre tial diversion?

First of all, this is still technically a "1st" DWI because there was no conviction on the prior DWI. It is impossible to say how the court will...

In 2009 I was charged with possesion of a controlled substance (felony). I entered deffered adjucation did probation for a yr.

I am in agreement with Mr. Craytor's answer, and would also add that you may have a waiting period after completing deferred adjudication until you...

Where the landlord's responsibilities begin and end depend on whether this is a problem with the hookups or with the dryer itself. You said that...

Guilty or No Contest

In most cases, there is no difference. Either a plea of guilty or a plea of no contest will result in a finding of guilt by the court. The only...

It depends. Are you being questioned as a suspect or as a witness? Is there any reason to think you might have committed a crime? If he wants...

Is a state jail felony (3 DWI) subject to same procedure of pardon thru P&P Board? In 1997, nothing since.

Mr. Locke is correct. You cannot own a firearm unless your rights have been restored.

Speeding violation and US citizenship

It should not affect eligibility for US citizenship. A crime of moral turpitude might, but speeding does not qualify as a crime of moral turpitude.

The judge is correct. The prosecutor can dismiss the case, but the judge cannot.

This may mean that the Houston courts do not grant deferred disposition if you are under 25. You may have to take defensive driving if you don't...