When it comes to court decisions, should you aim for charges to be dismissed or dropped? Let’s cover the pros and cons for each of these options. Types of Criminal Defense A criminal defense is a planned and comprehensive strategy for challenging the validity and sufficiency of the prosecution’s evidence. The prosecution—often referred to as
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A sentencing hearing can be stressful if you don’t know what to expect. Let’s get you prepared for a sentencing hearing, so you’ll be informed when it’s time. What Is a Sentencing Hearing? A sentencing hearing is where the court orders the guilty party’s penalty, such as a monetary fine, jail time, or a combination
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Statute of limitations laws in Texas vary. Let’s go over four notable ones and what you need to know. About the Texas Statute of Limitations Some of the most important Texas statutes to know are called statutes of limitation. These laws can affect how long the State of Texas may bring a criminal case against
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How long does a warning stay on your record in Texas? What about misdemeanors? Felonies? Let’s look at a variety of court record types and how timelines work for them in Texas. Types of Court Records – Civil Court Records Anyone who has ever been involved with the Texas state or federal courts, or any
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What’s the difference between a felony and misdemeanor? How long do misdemeanors stay on your record? These are just two of the many questions people have about misdemeanors in Texas and we’re here to help. This blog post will cover everything you need to know. What Is a Misdemeanor? How Is It Different from a
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Like most Americans, nearly every Texan has some kind of debt, and many Texans have a combination of different types of debt. The following is an overview of the different kinds of debt in Texas, which our office assists clients with every day. Different Types of Debt in Texas Secured Debt Secured debt is debt
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Whether you are a plaintiff, defendant, or just a witness who received a subpoena to testify in the mail, a deposition is serious business. You may be wondering, can I refuse to give a deposition in Texas? The answer is yes, but under the risk of contempt of court. The Texas Rules of Civil Procedure,
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Texas state laws provide for another avenue to obtain money or valuable property to satisfy a judgment that the defendant/debtor is trying to avoid paying, and that is through the professional efforts of a court-appointed receiver. Under Section 31.002 of the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code, a judgment creditor may “obtain satisfaction on [a]
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Oftentimes for our clients, being awarded a judgment against a debtor is winning the battle with the war still ahead. This can understandably be infuriating for a client who knows the defendant owes them money, who had to go to court to have a judge agree that the defendant owes them money, and who still
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