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answered on Jan 13, 2024

There are three ways you can be qualified to buy a Firearm in TX, as a prior convicted felon..

1. Get a pardon from the governor;

2. Receive permission from the local Sheriff to buy and possess a FA; or

3. Have your conviction expunged by District Court Order. This last one... View More

The question is whether the complaint (the formal charging instrument) was filed with the court within the 2 year statute of limitations period from the date of alleged offense. Calling a lawyer would help. Good luck.

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answered on Nov 17, 2023

It is important to protect your personal assets from your business. Create a corporation or a limited liability company to use to operate your business. The tax consequences are different depending on which form of business you take. See a professional to get more particular guidance.

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answered on Oct 15, 2023

If a person is stopped by law enforcement, and during a proper search, a bag of marijuana is found in their shoe, the charge of "tampering" may be applied if there is evidence to suggest that the individual attempted to conceal or hide the marijuana in a way that obstructed the search or... View More

If she's guilty, it depends upon what sentence the DA is offering in the plea bargain. Sometimes, it is better to not plead guilty even when you are guilty in order to be able to fully explain the circumstances of the offense, especially when the consequences being offered by the DA appear... View More

It is typical for first time drug offenders to receive probation, community service, and a small fine.

While many people think that is just a slap on the wrist, other people find it is sufficient to deter future similar criminal behavior.

If you don’t feel the punishment is right,... View More

Any arrest could impact your immigration I would not ride in the car with him under this set of facts,

Retain a lawyer. The lawyer can ask for bond reduction and to reinstate probation

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answered on Dec 11, 2022

If your original case which was the basis for your deferred adjudication has been dismissed by the court, and you have no other Felony convictions, you are NOT a FELON and therefore have no legal impediment to obtaining a gun.

I am assuming there are no other cases against you and no orders... View More

Retain a lawyer to assist you, Your friend could also tell the truth and help you out . If it is on video your pricipal shoud replay it on slow and pause it,

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answered on Feb 5, 2022

From the very limited info given, I must assume there was a Petition to revoke your probation. Once the State files a Petition to revoke your probation, the court can hold the hearing, allow a deal between the DA and the Defendant, or dismiss the petition and thus, dismiss the case.

Parole... View More

You may be able to go to the State Bar of Texas website and do a search for attorney that have reported they are also licensed in Arkansas. You MIGHT be able to do the same thing on the Arkansas State Bar website.

I hope this information helps. Good luck to you.

You need to consult your divorce attorney and move to hold him in contempt in the divorce case. He will likely have to hold you harmless on the debt regardless.

Your local USCIS office and Immigration Court will have a list of pro bono or minimal fee attorneys.

Criminal defense attorneys are not technically required to talk to anyone but the defendant. Cheap or court-appointed attorneys are often too busy to talk to the defendant's loved ones. You could hire a better attorney to replace the existing attorney and perhaps get better customer service... View More

There is no valid reason to do this. Make your friend buy their own drugs, with their own money.

If you believe this person is a danger to himself/herself or others, you can request an involuntary mental health commitment. This process cannot adequately explained in this forum. Call an attorney in your area. Good luck.

Getting a dismissal in a case like this isn't about filing motions and forms. The most likely path to dismissal will require a suppression hearing, the success of which is likely to depend on legal technicalities regarding the stop, the search, the arrest, and the transition from a traffic... View More

If contraband is in plain view of an officer, then that officer has probable cause to b perform a search. I cannot comment on why the officer seized cell phones. Your son should meet with a lawyer; I can't comment on the relationship you have with your son, but in my experience, what he... View More

Once the admission of possession of an illegal substance was made, the officer had a legal right to search your car. Whether the officer was going to "bust up" your car or impound your vehicle to perform an inventory search is speculation. Call your lawyer. Good luck.