Bo Kalabus | August 22, 2023 | Criminal Defense
What Happens After My Case is Filed in Court?
Perhaps you or a loved one have endured an arrest and a long wait to see if a case would be filed against you. Then, you receive a notice to appear in court. You may be wondering: What happens now? How long will this take? What can I expect from this process? First, resolving your…
Bo Kalabus | August 22, 2023 | Criminal Defense
What Is an Affidavit of Non-Prosecution (ANP) and How Does It Affect a Criminal Case?
Many Collin County criminal cases start with someone contacting the police and filing a report. This is a common occurrence in family violence cases–someone tells the police their partner assaulted them. After some time has passed, however, the accuser may not wish to go forward with criminal prosecution. Maybe the person made up the whole thing. Or…
Bo Kalabus | August 14, 2023 | Criminal Defense
Will CPS Interview my Child During an Investigation?
Once the Department of Family and Protective Services, Child Protective Services (CPS) begins an investigation of your family, know that the process typically begins with an interview of the child. CPS will attempt to interview your child and may also interview other children living in the home. A CPS Investigator can interview any child who…
Bo Kalabus | August 14, 2023 | Criminal Defense \ Drug Crimes
Getting Caught With Weed – Collin County vs. Dallas County
What happens if you get caught with weed in Texas depends on the amount of marijuana with which you are caught and the city you are in. In Dallas County, if you are caught with less than 4 oz. of weed, the police no longer have to take you to jail due to a Cite…
Bo Kalabus | August 14, 2023 | Criminal Defense \ Federal Criminal Defense
What Is Judicial Clemency?
There are certain cases where a judge may set aside a defendant’s criminal conviction while they are still serving a term of community supervision. In legal circles, this is known as “judicial clemency”. However, that exact term is not used in the law. As the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals explained in a 2002 decision, Cuellar…
Bo Kalabus | August 14, 2023 | Criminal Defense
What is a Motion to Revoke?
If you were convicted of a crime in Texas or pled guilty to charges against you, it’s possible that a judge will grant you “community supervision.” This term is synonymous with the legal status commonly known as being on probation. The arrangement typically involves a series of programs and requirements that you must follow for…
Bo Kalabus | August 14, 2023 | Criminal Defense
What Is a Retainer Fee?
When you hire an attorney, the contract you sign will state how they should be compensated for their services. Some lawyers, such as those focused on personal injury or defective drug litigation, will only charge you fees if you win your case. This is a contingency model of payment. Other lawyers, such as family or…
Bo Kalabus | August 11, 2023 | Criminal Defense
Five Signs You Hired the Right Defense Attorney
In an ideal world, every person in need of legal representation would get a lawyer who was the perfect match for their case. But finding a lawyer with the right skills, experience, and professional style for your unique circumstances can be a huge task. When it comes to criminal defense, choosing the right lawyer can…
Bo Kalabus | August 11, 2023 | Criminal Defense
What Is Deferred Adjudication in Texas?
A criminal conviction can have a serious impact on your life. Beyond the actual sentence–including the possibility of jail time–a conviction of any kind can make it harder to get a job, receive certain government benefits, and even exercise basic civil rights such as voting. One way to avoid the immediate and collateral consequences of a conviction…
Jeremy Rosenthal | August 11, 2023 | Criminal Defense
How Does an 11.07 Writ of Habeas Help a Convicted Person?
I recently answered a similar question in the context of a murder conviction. This case sentenced an individual to 25 years imprisonment. The question also raised issues about the defendant being a first-time offender. Whether they had inadequate representation. If there was false witness testimony and prosecution based on circumstantial evidence. I realized that these issues…
