Asked in Criminal Law and Cannabis & Marijuana Law for Texas

Q: Currently have a drug paraphernalia citation. Please read details. What is my best course of action?

There has been no court date set. This has been a pending charge since February 2020. The court has offered me a disposed disposition for the citation. I have asked my attorney if they can move court date up, and they have not been able to assist me. I need the fastest solution possible; this citation is affecting my employment ability. I was offered the disposition by the court, and they are open. I have a choice to take this option but I would need to drop my attorney or just stick to the attorney and wait for the court date (which is the long route). Please advise.

1 Lawyer Answer
Kiele Linroth Pace
Kiele Linroth Pace
Answered
  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • Austin, TX
  • Licensed in Texas

A: Would your employer accept a letter from your attorney's office explaining that the prosecution has offered a dismissal agreement but it can't be processed while the court is closed for the COVID pandemic?

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