The short answer: No, you don’t have to tell your parents about being arrested. But criminal records are public, so they may find out anyways. So, you’ve been arrested or written a citation for a criminal matter. Maybe you were just out at a party with some friends and gotten written up for Minor in […]
On Monday, November 8th, Judge Jan Soifer of the Texas 345th District Court granted a temporary injunction against the state of Texas, ensuring that the sale and procurement of delta-8 will, for a period of time, not be a felony offense. Delta-8 is typically a lab-produced cannabis derivative, found naturally in small amounts in hemp. […]
On November 7, a Sunday, after landing in Houston, Texas, Attorney Sarah Wilkinson travelled to Austin for a client’s Federal Detention Hearing scheduled for the next morning. In order to help prepare for this quick turnaround, the Greening Law Group team worked diligently to file motions and other important letters to the courts, ensuring all […]
First, you need to know whether you have bond conditions or probationary requirements that do not permit you to leave. If this is the case, you will need to consult with your bondsman or probation officer to get permission before leaving. If your conditions and/or requirements do not allow you to leave, your attorney can […]
If you have been placed on probation or deferred adjudication, the judge may require you to complete community service. In particular, Class C misdemeanors commonly have community service requirements. In general, any organization that is either a nonprofit or a government agency is an acceptable option. Examples of common organizations include food banks, animal shelters, […]
A warrant in Texas is defined as a written order issued by a judge that gives law enforcement the authority to arrest an individual or to perform an act of justice in upholding the law. The 4th Amendment to the United States constitution protects us from “unreasonable search and seizure” by the government or a warrant […]