by Lance Kennedy | Aug 12, 2022 | General Law
People often ask me, “Can convictions come off my criminal record?” Here is an introduction to what arrests in Central Texas cities like New Braunfels, San Marcos, and Seguin can and cannot be deleted from a criminal record: You may be eligible for...
by Lance Kennedy | Aug 12, 2022 | General Law
Before accepting an offer from the State, every criminal defendant in New Braunfels and Central Texas should be aware of the impact of plea agreements on employment and background checks. For example, many defendants may accept a “time served” sentence for...
by Lance Kennedy | Aug 12, 2022 | General Law
The Central Texas trial process is relatively consistent across the region’s counties, such as Comal, Hays, Travis, Bexar, and Guadalupe. Please contact your criminal defense attorney if you have specific questions about the trial process. Mistrial The judge...
by Lance Kennedy | Aug 12, 2022 | General Law
This guide is an introduction to the typical Central Texas pretrial process. Contact a criminal defense attorney if you have questions about the pretrial process in Central Texas counties such as Comal, Hays, Guadalupe, Travis, or Bexar. Arraignment Once the...
by Lance Kennedy | Aug 11, 2022 | General Law
You have a right to a speedy trial under the Sixth Amendment of the United States Constitution. The Six Amendment requires trials to commence within a specific time frame after a person is charged with a crime. Under Texas law, with limited exceptions, a...
by Lance Kennedy | Aug 11, 2022 | General Law
Many defense attorneys consider jury selection in New Braunfels and Central Texas counties, such as Comal, Hays, and Guadalupe, the most crucial part of a trial. Understanding the jury selection process is critical. If you are facing criminal charges and may want a...