My Hometown Lawyers | Spotlighting Top DUI Lawyers in Allen, TX 75013 | North DFW
Phan and Associates, LLC | Serving 75013
Our lawyers specialize in DUI help, plus mergers and LLC help in Texas. Visit our location below for more info and for help with drunk driving charges if they apply:
Our contact info and mailing address: 201 W Main St Allen, TX 75013 (east side of 75 near Greenville) |
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Our selected top local attorney explains the concept of "nolo contendre":
Nolo contendre is complicated. It means that you are neither admitting nor denying the charges, but have decided not to contest the government's case against you. There will be no trial - a judge will impose the sentence. The main difference between this and a guilty plea is that you're not admitting guilt. The end result is often the same, however, so if nolo is permitted in your state, you will need to discuss with your lawyer the implications of pleading it.
Why would anyone plead guilty to a criminal charge such as a DUI, DWI or drunk driving?
Some consideration is given to a person who admits that he has committed a crime, because it saves time and money in going to trial. Often, pleading guilty to a lesser sentence in cases involving alcohol will mean that a defendant can receive a more lenient sentence than may be imposed if you lose your case.
If I'm stopped in my car and a police officer without a warrant asks to search the car, do I have to let him?
You always have the right to refuse an officer's request to search your car. Keep in mind, however, that if you refuse, the officer may be able to detain you for a reasonable period of time until they obtain a search warrant. There is no standard for what is "reasonable" in this situation.
If the police show up at my home with a search warrant, can they search the house without any limitations?
They can search anyplace the items could theoretically be found. As an example, if the warrant is for guns and ammo, the officers could search even a small bottle of dietary supplements since it could, theoretically, contain bullets. On the other hand, if the police are looking for a stolen car, they could look in your garage but not your broom closet or fireplace.
Our selected top local attorney explains the concept of "nolo contendre":
Nolo contendre is complicated. It means that you are neither admitting nor denying the charges, but have decided not to contest the government's case against you. There will be no trial - a judge will impose the sentence. The main difference between this and a guilty plea is that you're not admitting guilt. The end result is often the same, however, so if nolo is permitted in your state, you will need to discuss with your lawyer the implications of pleading it.
Why would anyone plead guilty to a criminal charge such as a DUI, DWI or drunk driving?
Some consideration is given to a person who admits that he has committed a crime, because it saves time and money in going to trial. Often, pleading guilty to a lesser sentence in cases involving alcohol will mean that a defendant can receive a more lenient sentence than may be imposed if you lose your case.
If I'm stopped in my car and a police officer without a warrant asks to search the car, do I have to let him?
You always have the right to refuse an officer's request to search your car. Keep in mind, however, that if you refuse, the officer may be able to detain you for a reasonable period of time until they obtain a search warrant. There is no standard for what is "reasonable" in this situation.
If the police show up at my home with a search warrant, can they search the house without any limitations?
They can search anyplace the items could theoretically be found. As an example, if the warrant is for guns and ammo, the officers could search even a small bottle of dietary supplements since it could, theoretically, contain bullets. On the other hand, if the police are looking for a stolen car, they could look in your garage but not your broom closet or fireplace.
