Legal Question in Criminal Law in Texas

I got a citation for theft attempted $50-$500 but i wasnt arrested can I still go to jail im in the state of texas and can i just pay this online without going to court


Asked on 5/13/11, 7:18 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Cynthia Henley Cynthia Henley, Lawyer

Yes, you can go to jail. You are charged with a Class B misdemeanor. You must go to court and cannot simply pay it online. Moreover, you should not simply pay it. Theft is a crime of moral turpitude and could have dire consequences on you in the future. You need to hire a lawyer and perhaps you can get a deferred disposition on a Class C or a pre-trial diversion.

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Answered on 5/15/11, 4:08 pm


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