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Is three misdemeanor charges considered a felony and will a get jail time?

Asked on Mar 01st, 2014 on Criminal Law - Texas
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I was on probation for possession when I got the second charge of a DUI. Then I got picked up a third time and charged with possession. All in Texas
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Generally, no. There are certain crimes like theft that are enhanced to a felony after two misdemeanor charges. They must be of the same type. In your situation, no.
Answered on Mar 05th, 2014 at 9:16 AM

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