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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Texas on
Q: What kind of help do I need and do I have a case at all to not go to jail?

So, I was arrested for pcs pg 1/1-b>=1-4 in Texas. Before I was searched, I was let go and told to get where I was going

She then told me to come back asking if I had my girlfriend's keys. At that time I was searched after my gf told the officer she had found her keys. They found a... View More

Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Jan 17, 2023

Probation is an option, Retain a lawyer and make sure the search was good.

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI for Texas on
Q: I was charged with a 3rd dwi on 1-12-2023. My last conviction was in 2003. Do I have any chances of no jail time?
Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Jan 16, 2023

Yes there is a chance. Retain a lawyer asap

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Texas on
Q: In Texas does the defendant need to be in the same county as the arrest has taken place?

I was arrested for online solicitation of a minor under 14 in a police sting. The communication was taking place on a app and I was in Harris county and the officers were Montgomery county, there was a meet setup and the meet up was in montgomery county and that was where i was arrested. In 2008... View More

Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Jan 15, 2023

Harris county could arrest you if Montgomery does not prosecute.

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2 Answers | Asked in Wrongful Death for Texas on
Q: OFF MURDER______________________ DT 020516 TYP/CL F 1 GOC/CAT _ _ CODE MR000000 COMT __________ SID NUM ________ OF AMT

What Does This Mean

Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Jan 16, 2023

A person is charged with a felony that being murdered

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Texas on
Q: Should I get a new lawyer if I really and truly feel as I am not being represented to the fullest by the current lawyer

With a possible trail soon

Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Jan 12, 2023

If you are not happy with your lawyer retain a new lawyer,

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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Texas on
Q: 1 - Is it a Texas law requirement that a Last Will and Testament document be witnessed?

Someone told me that an embossed notary stamp is required. Is this correct?

Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Jan 11, 2023

Yes. There should be two witnesses

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for Texas on
Q: My wife and I purchased our home before we were married. I put all my money down on the house and have paid all mortgage

I have paid all mortgage payments ,utilities vehicle insurance for the last five years with no help from her, we separated and she wants half the equity,,can she be held responsible for half of what I have paid for 5 years

Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Jan 11, 2023

Yes .if you bought it before you were married she is responsible for one half the payments. This property is not community

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Texas on
Q: When can a court appointed attorney file a waiver of arraignment WITHOUT the defendants knowledge
Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Jan 11, 2023

Yes, they do not need defendants permission,

2 Answers | Asked in Family Law for Texas on
Q: My kids are staying with there mother and the mother sister reached out to me I am the father of the children I need hel

My children have not been getting feed as needed and there mother has been letting them drink alcohol my children are 14 and 15 my daughter does not feel comfortable with the guy her mother has in the home because he has made her uncomfortable by looking under her shirt while thinking she’s... View More

Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Jan 11, 2023

You need to retain a lawyer a d ask for custody of your children

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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce and Military Law for Texas on
Q: My spouse and I are active duty military stationed over seas and want to get divorced but can’t appear in court!

What can we do to get the divorce without going into court

Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Jan 9, 2023

If you are in Harris county you may be able to appear by zoom

2 Answers | Asked in Estate Planning, Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Texas on
Q: My son's father filed writ of attachment and TRO against me claimig false abuse and neglect. I need help. Idk what to do

He has filed false claims in another state as well and I showed proof of his lies and the state not having jurisdiction. The judge's statement ruling states he frauded himself in that court. That was in Sep. He has brought basically the same accusations it an unknowing judge in Texas and now... View More

Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Jan 9, 2023

You need to call legal aide and see if you qualify for a free lawyer

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1 Answer | Asked in Probate for Texas on
Q: My husband recently died, he has a will, and I am Independent Executor.The house and bank account are joint

He was a vet and I filled out apps for death benefits. He does have a credit card with 4000.00 balance and medical bills are coming in. Do I need to see a probate attorney?

Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Jan 8, 2023

You need to get the house in just your name. Probate the will and transfer his interest of the house to yiu

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Texas on
Q: can a spouse who was married only 2 months claim that the house is hers, when the deceased left everything to the son

the deceased husband had a will in place when he passed that left everything to his adult son. it was a deliberate will, as the daughters were left out and the new wife also was not included. son was executor and was left everything by the father. the new wife claims that she has widows rights and... View More

Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Jan 7, 2023

The wife has a life estate but she also has some financial obligations

2 Answers | Asked in Family Law for Texas on
Q: Family Law Question

My child’s father is not on his birth certificate, nor he signed it. If for any reason I decide to remove child support, does he have any rights on my child after that?

Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Jan 6, 2023

If he is paying child support he is the legal father and has the same rights as you.

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Domestic Violence and Libel & Slander for Texas on
Q: My fiancé has been convicted of several felonies in Texas because the “victim” lied what can we do? If anything?

she put her 6 mo old child in his vehicle demanded he take her home and when he would not comply with her wishes she physically attacked him, he fought her back and then she threatened to call the police. Forgetting the child was in his car he left to de-escalate the situation she then called the... View More

Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Jan 6, 2023

There are not enough facts to answer your question. Did he go to trial or plea guilty .

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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for Texas on
Q: I filed an Affidavit of Informal Marriage in 2015. We seperated in 2017. Do I have to file for divorce?

At the time his insurace company told me I had to have the Affidavit on order to be added to his policy. There was no ceremony. I want get married to the man I am currently with, but I've gotten conflicting answers on weather a divorce is needed or not.

Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Jan 5, 2023

It has been more than two years since you separated so you don't need to file for divorce.

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody for Texas on
Q: My ex has filed for custody of our daughter we were not married and there is no court order. What do I need to do to be

The mother moved out two years ago and left our daughter with me.last mother day she picked her up and was supossed to bring her back and didnt.

Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Jan 5, 2023

You will need to retain a lawyer and file a petition in court to get awarded custody of your daughter, Your ex does not have to bring her home if there is no court order,

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Texas on
Q: Can a PO give out details of your charge case to a CPS caseworker

Let's say CPS needs to talk with a po about their client , what all and can't they ask.

Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Jan 5, 2023

Your PO can freely talk to CPS. There can also be called as a witness in court

2 Answers | Asked in Divorce, Domestic Violence and Criminal Law for Texas on
Q: My soon to be ex husband is in jail. His parents have his truck. They are refusing to give it to me. What are my rights?

I filed for divorce last month. but we are still in the process and are still technically married. he is in jail due to abuse towards me. Can i pick up the truck from his parents house while he’s in jail? and if so, should I bring an officer with me to pick it up?

Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Jan 8, 2023

If it was bought during the marriage it is community property. Take a officer with you

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3 Answers | Asked in Estate Planning and Probate for Texas on
Q: No assets left to estate should a will even be probated?

My father in law passed away 2 years ago. The executor of his estate never filed the will into probate. The only assets left by him were a car and house. Car was repossessed and the house sold in foreclosure auction and there are excess funds. Is there any reason at this point to bother with... View More

Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Jan 3, 2023

You may need to do a heirship to get the excess funds from the sale of the house

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