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General Information – Criminal Cases

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Got questions about criminal cases? Don’t know where to start? We’ve got you covered with a quick overview of criminal law, hiring a lawyer, what happens in court, and more. What do I look for in hiring an attorney? Most importantly, you need a lawyer with experience in the area of law where your problem […]

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Use of Juvenile Priors

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One of the questions I’m asked most frequently is whether a particular juvenile prior adjudication can be used to enhance a new adult criminal charge and bar probation eligibility. Under Penal Code §12.42, felony offenses can result in enhanced punishments for those previously convicted of felony offenses. When looking at a prior juvenile adjudication, certain

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