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Richards Penn, LLP

4.9
28 Reviews

  • 516 East Commerce Street, Jacksonville, TX 75766

  • Law Firm with 4 lawyers2 awards

  • At Richards Penn, LLP, we take pride in taking care of our clients. We believe that every person who comes to us deserves the highest standard of service and representation, and we... Read More

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This information is not legal advice and is not guaranteed to be correct, complete or up-to-date. It is provided for general informational purposes only. If you need legal advice you should consult a licensed attorney in your area.

I need advice on a case for my daughter. She was arrested for incecency with a child. She was 19 the the other girl was 14 or 15. what should I do?

Richard Keith Oliver
Answered by attorney Richard Keith Oliver (Unclaimed Profile)
Criminal Law lawyer at The Law Office of Rick Oliver
You need to hire the best representation for her that you can afford. From the facts provided, it sounds like your daughter has been charged with Indecency with a Child by Contact. That offense is a 2nd degree felony, and carries a potential penalty of anywhere from 2 years in prison, up to 20 years in prison. Additionally, a conviction for that offense would require her to register as a sex offender for life. Even if the girls were discovered in a compromising position, there are avenues of resolution that can be pursued to avoid prison, or the lifetime registration requirement that would be imposed if she were convicted.  Feel free to contact me to discuss the matter more fully. Best, Rick
You need to hire the best representation for her that you can afford. From the facts provided, it sounds like your daughter has been charged with Indecency with a Child by Contact. That offense is a 2nd degree felony, and carries a potential penalty of anywhere from 2 years in prison, up to 20 years in prison. Additionally, a conviction for that offense would require her to register as a sex offender for life. Even if the girls were discovered in a compromising position, there are avenues of resolution that can be pursued to avoid prison, or the lifetime registration requirement that would be imposed if she were convicted.  Feel free to contact me to discuss the matter more fully. Best, Rick
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Can i request to change my court appointed laywer

Kenneth G. Wincorn
Answered by attorney Kenneth G. Wincorn
Criminal Law lawyer at Law Offices of Kenneth G. Wincorn & Associates, P.C.
You always have the right to request a change of attorney but the court will usually not grant it unless there is a good reason. If the problem is lack of contact by the attorney, keep a record of the times you have called and sent emails and faxes. It is best if in the communications to him you say what you wish to discuss and keep copies for the judge to see. Do not wait until you are about to go to trial to make the request.  Above all, be sure that a change of attorneys is what you actually want. What you have may be worse than what you get. Check with others at the courthouse to see about his reputation and ability. If you have both felony and misdemeanor cases, you may not get one lawyer appointed for all. You may consider hiring a lawyer so there is an effort to get the best result. You pay for the time that is spent on your cases so a lawyer can often do a better job for you.
You always have the right to request a change of attorney but the court will usually not grant it unless there is a good reason. If the problem is lack of contact by the attorney, keep a record of the times you have called and sent emails and faxes. It is best if in the communications to him you say what you wish to discuss and keep copies for the judge to see. Do not wait until you are about to go to trial to make the request.  Above all, be sure that a change of attorneys is what you actually want. What you have may be worse than what you get. Check with others at the courthouse to see about his reputation and ability. If you have both felony and misdemeanor cases, you may not get one lawyer appointed for all. You may consider hiring a lawyer so there is an effort to get the best result. You pay for the time that is spent on your cases so a lawyer can often do a better job for you.
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What would are the best and worst case scenarios for this assault situation?

Kenneth G. Wincorn
Answered by attorney Kenneth G. Wincorn
Criminal Law lawyer at Law Offices of Kenneth G. Wincorn & Associates, P.C.
Here it is impossible to give a best-worst scenario. There are several ways it might be indicted, with deadly weapon or without. The attitude of the boyfriend is critical in negotiating with the State. It would be helpful for her to get an attorney early, if possible before the Grand Jury hears the case. The accident claim has problems but helps in terms of a possible reduction because of negligence instead of an intentional act. In cases I have handled, I have found that it is helpful to see about counceling for anger control and getting a psychological evaluation.
Here it is impossible to give a best-worst scenario. There are several ways it might be indicted, with deadly weapon or without. The attitude of the boyfriend is critical in negotiating with the State. It would be helpful for her to get an attorney early, if possible before the Grand Jury hears the case. The accident claim has problems but helps in terms of a possible reduction because of negligence instead of an intentional act. In cases I have handled, I have found that it is helpful to see about counceling for anger control and getting a psychological evaluation.
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