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If he is more than 36 months older than you, he runs the risk of being accused of sexual assault of a child, even if the sexual contact is considered... Read More
If it's your first crime committed, it's highly unlikely that you would not be at least eligible for probation. You should make an appointment with a... Read More
In Texas, as long as the two parties are over 14 years of age and they are less than 36 months apart and it was consensual, no charges will be... Read More
You actually qualify for an expunction if you are correct that it is a class C misdemeanor. Filing fees are approximately 300 dollars. Attorneys... Read More
I would not worry about it. He can not have possession of a firearm under the circumstances you describe. Possession is care, custody and control. He... Read More
If I had to guess, he is charged with a first degree felony and he is facing 5 to 99 years in jail. If you can afford it, the two options you have... Read More
Who goes to trial 1st is up to the court. You should consult a criminal defense attorney. There are to many details that need to be considered to... Read More
Do not take the blame until you have spoken with a criminal defense attorney. If you work out a deal to take the blame and in turn they dismiss the... Read More
She would be liable for your bond, if she is the one that posted your bail.
No, there is no way to challenge. You signed a document that gives the judge the power to do just that. The alternative is that you are revoked and... Read More
Yes, it is likely that once the test come back positive you will be charged with possession of a controlled substance. They have a choice of letting... Read More
If it is less than 100 dollars, then you are facing a class C misdemeanor theft case.
She needs to hire an attorney. Let the attorney speak with law enforcement. If she was involved in a collision, and left the scene, she could be... Read More
From the info you provided a crime has not been committed yet. You should stay away from him to avoid any chance of him sexually assaulting you and... Read More
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No. The Miranda rights you are referring to only have application in a situation where a person is interrogated while under police control, and makes... Read More
Speak to your P.O. and ask if you could show the proof you were in the hospital at the time. You might have to turn yourself in and provide proof,... Read More
In theory, yes, but in practice no. He is going to do some time. Absconders are not treated nicely by courts.
Highly unlikely, but it is possible. In a big county, like Harris County, less likely.
If you are not guilty and the State still wants to continue your prosecution, then your only choice is a trial. Your attorney, in the right... Read More
You have a warrant out for your arrest. You should speak to your criminal defense attorney and your bonding company, if you have one. Hopefully they... Read More
Cop will probably testify he smelled odor of alcohol on your breath. Best to get a qualified lawyer.
If you have not been charged, highly unlikely you will be in any type of trouble. If you have been charged, there are to many factors to discuss on... Read More
Generally it is 5 years.
He has already been charged. He can be charged with a more serious crime if he threaten any of them with the weapon.