Winkler County, TX Criminal Defense Law Firms & Lawyers

There is a process, but it is not easy. A lot depends on the jurisdiction.  This is a question that needs specifics to answer, call a few lawyers and run it by them

What you describe sounds like malpractice. If so and if you are on deferred adjudication, you may be able to file a habeas corpus writ to set aside the judgment and reopen the case. Obviously you need a new lawyer to look at the paperwork and evaluate the chance of success. There may be other options available to modify the terms of probation or get a "judicial pardon" ( a section 20 discharge) if you received a straight probation. I have handled several similar writs and can tell you that the procedure is somewhat slow and can be expensive because there will be two trials, the first to determine if the writ will be granted and the second to try the case if a new plea cannot be worked out. It is quite a bit of work but may well be worth the cost and effort.