Legal Question in Criminal Law in Texas

Drug Possession

Daughter was picked up in August,with possesion of crack cocaine and her car was impounded,also. She goes to court for car this week and is representing herself. Then after that she will appear before the judge in the case of the felony possession,to see if can go ahead with the arraignment,does she really need to be represented by an attorney.


Asked on 3/06/06, 7:20 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
TC Langford Langford Law Office

Re: Drug Possession

Of course she does. This question supplies no information regarding her prior record, the deal offered by the state, or the circumstances of her arrest. In any event, however, she at a real risk of losing her car, going to prison, and having a large fine to pay.

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Answered on 3/07/06, 7:12 am
Mark Pantano The Law Office of Mark Pantano

Re: Drug Possession

Absolutely, she should hire an attorney. Being charged with a felony is very serious and carries severe penalties if she is convicted.

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Answered on 3/07/06, 9:57 am
Dawn Moore Boswell & Moore P.C.

Re: Drug Possession

Absolutely she needs an attorney. There are too many potential pitfalls in self-representation. A conviction can negatively impact her for the rest of her life. An attorney can review the file to see if there are any problems that could get the case dismissed or if there aren't the attorney can negotiate the best possible terms for a probation (deferred adjudication). There are also potential driver's license suspension issues to consider. You should both meet with a lawyer before that court date if possible.

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Answered on 3/07/06, 11:36 am


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