Criminal & Family Lawyers for Mt Pleasant, TX

I was arrested for DWI. What should I do first?

Call a lawyer before the 15-day deadline to request your ALR hearing. That hearing can save your license, and it often gives us an early look at the State's evidence.

Can I get an old Titus County charge off my record?

Possibly. Expunction erases records of dismissed or acquitted charges. Nondisclosure seals records after many deferred adjudication cases. Some offenses don't qualify, so we'll check your eligibility.

How do I change a custody order made in Titus County?

You generally must show a material and substantial change in circumstances since the last order. We file the modification in the court that issued the original order.

What should I do after being arrested in Mt. Pleasant, TX?

Stay calm, do not resist, and provide required identifying information. Clearly say that you want to remain silent and speak with a lawyer before answering questions about the incident.

Keep your release paperwork and note any court dates or restrictions. A criminal defense attorney can help you understand the allegations and what you must do while the case is pending.

Does posting bond mean my criminal case is over?

No. Posting bond allows release from custody when the applicable requirements are met; it does not dismiss the charge or resolve the case.

You must still follow your bond conditions and attend required hearings. Read the release order carefully for restrictions involving travel, alcohol, monitoring, or contact with another person. Ask your lawyer before doing anything that might violate those conditions.

How quickly should I contact a lawyer after a DWI arrest in Mt. Pleasant?

Contact a DWI defense lawyer promptly because your driver’s license can involve a separate process from the criminal charge.

When an officer serves a license-suspension notice, you generally have 15 days to request an Administrative License Revocation hearing. Certain notices mailed after blood-test results have a different deadline.

Save every notice and have an attorney identify the deadline that applies. Do not wait for your criminal court date.

Can an assault charge be dropped if the other person changes their mind?

The other person’s wishes do not automatically end an assault or family violence case. The prosecutor decides whether to pursue the case or request dismissal, and a judge must approve a dismissal.

Do not assume that reconciliation or a changed statement cancels an upcoming hearing or contact restriction. Your defense lawyer can review the evidence and explain how the person’s position may affect the case.

Where do I file for divorce if I live in Mt. Pleasant, TX?

A divorce is generally filed in a county where either spouse has lived for at least 90 days, provided that spouse has been domiciled in Texas for at least six months. For qualifying Mt. Pleasant residents, that may mean filing in Titus County.

Existing proceedings, military service, or an out-of-state spouse can affect the analysis, so confirm the proper county before filing.

What should I do if I am served with divorce papers in Texas?

Read the citation, petition, and any attached orders immediately. In a typical Texas district-court divorce, the answer deadline is 10 a.m. on the Monday following 20 days after service, subject to court-closure rules. A hearing or temporary order may require attention sooner.

Record the date you received the papers and contact a divorce attorney promptly. Missing the answer deadline can expose you to a default judgment.

How long does a divorce take in Titus County?

Texas generally requires at least 60 days between filing and granting a divorce, with limited family violence exceptions. That is a minimum waiting period, not a guaranteed completion date.

Disputes over parenting, property, financial disclosures, or settlement terms can extend the case. Court availability also matters. A divorce lawyer can assess the unresolved issues and explain what needs to happen before your case can finish.

Will our property be divided 50/50 in a Texas divorce?

Not necessarily. Texas requires a just and right division of the community estate, which does not always mean equal shares.

Separate property, such as qualifying premarital property, gifts, or inheritances, generally is not divided, but proving its character can require records. Gather account statements, deeds, retirement information, and debt balances so your lawyer can evaluate what belongs in the marital estate.

Can a child choose which parent to live with at age 12 in Texas?

A child does not gain the final say at age 12. The court may consider the child’s preference, but the judge still decides custody based on the child’s best interests. Safety, stability, and other evidence remain important.

A child custody lawyer can explain how a child’s preferences may be presented without putting the child in the middle of the dispute.

Is a 17-year-old charged as a juvenile or an adult in Texas?

For most criminal offenses, someone who was 17 when the alleged conduct occurred is prosecuted in the adult system. Texas juvenile proceedings generally involve conduct committed at ages 10 through 16.

The age at the time of the alleged conduct matters, so a case does not automatically become an adult case just because a birthday passes. Certain younger teenagers can also face transfer to adult court in serious cases.