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Criminal defense lawyers represent individuals accused of committing crimes, ranging from minor offenses to serious felonies. They investigate the case, challenge evidence presented by the prosecution, negotiate plea bargains, and defend the client in court. Their primary duty is to protect the accused's constitutional rights and ensure a fair legal process.

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Commonly Asked Criminal Law Questions From Users Near You

This information is not legal advice and is not guaranteed to be correct, complete or up-to-date. It is provided for general informational purposes only. If you need legal advice you should consult a licensed attorney in your area.

How can I prove to the judge that my wife exaggerated her story?

Answered by attorney Jason William Savela
Criminal Law lawyer at The Savela Law Firm, P.C.
If you were arrested then you should get an attorney. The judge will not dismiss. You can have a trial. The day could be persuaded but that will take some work. I would be happy to discuss representation.
If you were arrested then you should get an attorney. The judge will not dismiss. You can have a trial. The day could be persuaded but that will take some work. I would be happy to discuss representation.
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Is he looking at jail time if he was caught driving without a license in an unregistered vehicle?

Answered by attorney Andrew Stephen Roberts
Criminal Law lawyer at Roberts Law Group
More facts are needed. Jail time is a possibility- but probably not. You need an attorney to deal with this.
More facts are needed. Jail time is a possibility- but probably not. You need an attorney to deal with this.

I was arrested for possession of a controlled substance found in my truck over two years ago and I have never been charged. Nor has it has not gone before the grand jury. Is there some kind of time limit or can they drag it out for as long as they want?

Jeralyn Elise Merritt
Answered by attorney Jeralyn Elise Merritt (Unclaimed Profile)
Criminal Law lawyer at Jeralyn E. Merritt
There is a time limit for charging a person with almost every crime, including drug crimes. Murder is the principal exception, with some types of sexual assault crimes being others. The time limits vary from state to state and federally. It is called the "statute of limitations" which means the time period within which the state must file charges against you after learning of possible criminal behavior. In your case, this would be the date of your arrest. The principal reason for a statute of limitations is fairness. The burden of proof in establishing a crime rests with the government. A person charged with a crime has a right to present a defense. But as time passes, memories fade, witnesses relocate, die or otherwise become unavailable, and evidence may be lost. This can hamper an accused's ability to prepare and present a defense. Also, public policy favors closure at some point on crimes. In Texas, where you are from, the time period for filing charges in a felony drug case is three years. For a misdemeanor drug offense, it is two years. For a federal offense, the time period to bring felony drug charges is five years.
There is a time limit for charging a person with almost every crime, including drug crimes. Murder is the principal exception, with some types of sexual assault crimes being others. The time limits vary from state to state and federally. It is called the "statute of limitations" which means the time period within which the state must file charges against you after learning of possible criminal behavior. In your case, this would be the date of your arrest. The principal reason for a statute of limitations is fairness. The burden of proof in establishing a crime rests with the government. A person charged with a crime has a right to present a defense. But as time passes, memories fade, witnesses relocate, die or otherwise become unavailable, and evidence may be lost. This can hamper an accused's ability to prepare and present a defense. Also, public policy favors closure at some point on crimes. In Texas, where you are from, the time period for filing charges in a felony drug case is three years. For a misdemeanor drug offense, it is two years. For a federal offense, the time period to bring felony drug charges is five years.
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