I have a state jail conviction in Texas.What will that be considered in another state?

It's considered a felony under Texas law so it's a felony conviction.

If a judge is served with a subpoena to testify as a witness in a case in which he presides, is recusal automatic?

Serving a judge with a subpoena doesn't automatically mean he has to recuse himself. Most likely, he can and will file a motion to quash the...

My friend was arrested on a felony assault on Christmas Day and still has not seen a judge for bond. Is this normal?

I'm confused. Is she currently in jail? If so, this is not only highly unusual but actually illegal. If she is not currently in jail (which, if...

Can I get taken to court on hot checks that were supposedly written back in 1998 ?

If the charges were filed within two years of the offense, then it's within the statute of limitations. The surprising part is that they're just...

Need to file a motion to lift a bench warrent

Tough. You have to show up for court and not doing so can lead to worse consequences. The judge can't automatically revoke your probation,...

What are the steps taken when you have been indicted of an f3 felony for impeded breathing?

I'm assuming he has a criminal defense lawyer so talk to him.

Cited for "turning when unsafe" in an accident where I was hit by speeding drunk driver.

So are you asking if it's okay to violate traffic laws if the driver who hit you happened to be drunk? I'm confused.

No, usually the actual charge will say "on or about x date," which gives them a little bit of leeway, and in any case the formal complaint filed...

I don't know, but you need to hire a criminal defense lawyer. This is a serious charge.

I got court next Monday for my fist DWI but I have not got a lawyer will I have trouble for that?

Probably not. Most courts will give you more time to hire a lawyer if you don't have one at your first appearance, and they can't deny you your...