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The laws and regulations that have been put in place for the citizens and businesses of Texas by their legislative representatives.

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What is the Texas law on cosigners filing judgments against borrowers for unpaid debts and do the cosigners typically win when they do so and if the judgment is granted can your wages be garnished?

No, there are NO wage garnishments in the State of Texas. However, you can file civil judgements with documentation that shows the other party equally responsible for the debt. In the event you are awarded your judgement, you can then file on property of the party (co-borrower). You may have to wait for your money, but the responsible party will not be able to sell or refinance their property without first satisfying their debt to you.

In Texas if a drunk passed out 18 year old and 14 year old the 14 year old wakes 18 year old and they have sex who rapes who?

The 18 year old could be charged with a crime. If they were awake, they were able to make a decision. If they allowed themselves to get drunk, they made a choice that they could live with the consequences, and this is one of them.

Was charged but not convicted do to medical reasons can they still own a gun in tx of a state felony?

Not sure what you mean, but only a conviction of a felony (or misdemeanor family violence) can limit your possession of a firearm.

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Exception: If a person was found not guilty by reason of insanity, they were likely adjudicated as being mentally incompetent. If so, that IS a bar to possessing or buying guns.

Liability of debtor after vehicle repossession in state of Texas?

The debtor is liable for the payout balance of the vehicle less resale amount. Additionally, he must pay any repossession fees, storage fees, transportations fees, interest from the lender, and penalties. In the evnet these are not paid, the lender will have no other recourse but to sue for the balance along with court costs, and legal and collection costs and fees.

Where is the Ambient air temperature sensor located - what dose it look like?

on the (7 Olds Aurora it is in tront of Radiato in the air inlet area acessable from under front of car it just clips on

What does Texas Law state about Maternity Leave?

Texas doesn't have a maternity leave law. Instead, the law state uses the FMLA, the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1933 to provide leave for prospective mothers and fathers.

In Houston Texas a law was past to close down caberets Know there making it into a bar Does the law effect there liquor license?

A liquor license is different it is issued by the TABC. The SOB license is ssued by the City. They are apples and oranges.

How do you NOT get prosecuted for providing alcohol to several minors?

The only way is to not give alcohol to minors. Sounds silly to say so, but that is the only way to NOT get prosecuted.

There MAY be many ways to not get convicted.

Can your parents keep you from leaving the house for a week if your 18 in the state of Texas?

No, federal law declares you as an adult at the age of 18, you can leave at any time you want, but trying to afford you're own place food car etc is what will bring you back home

What happens if one violates the Texas Penal Code - Section 28.08 on Graffiti?

The level of punishment depends on the amount of damage that was caused. It is:

(1)a Class B misdemeanor if the amount of pecuniary loss is less than $500;

(2) a Class A misdemeanor if the amount of pecuniary loss is $500 or more but less than $1,500;

(3) a state jail felony if the amount of pecuniary loss is $1,500 or more but less than $20,000;

(4) a felony of the third degree if the amount of pecuniary loss is $20,000 or more but less than $100,000;

(5) a felony of the second degree if the amount of pecuniary loss is $100,000 or more but less than $200,000; or

(6) a felony of the first degree if the amount of pecuniary loss is $200,000 or more.

An offense under this section is a state jail felony if:

(1) the marking is made on a school, an institution of higher education, a place of worship or human burial, a public monument, or a community center that provides medical, social, or educational programs; and

(2) the amount of the pecuniary loss to real property or to tangible personal property is less than $20,000.

What is Texas law for returning a newly purchased vehicle?

You should consult a attorney for this, they would be able to help you out

How do you expunge a DWI in the state of Texas?

There are two requirements to even try to seek expungement:

  • An arrest was made that did not lead to a guilty charge
  • A defendant received deferred adjudication and completed community supervision for a class C misdemeanor charge
Beyond this, the process is pretty involved and may take a while without any guaranteed outcome.

Below is an article about dwi expungement.

Regarding this particular question: Although it MAY be possible to have the record of any criminal action arising from the DUI expunged, the record of the offense will continue to exist on your DMV record as a permanent part of your drivers history. Reason being - - if the DMV record was allowed to be expunged, and you re-offended, the authorities would never be able to determine if it was your first, second, third, or subsequent offense - and charge you accordingly, therefore your DMV record remains permanant.

What is the Texas law about children riding in the front seat of a vehichle?

No special law exists to children riding in the front seat. Texas requires all children under 8 years of age or under 4'9" to ride in child safety seats. Texas law requires front seat occupants drivers and passengers to be in seat belts.

Written Texas Law for teen moving out in Texas?

OK here is what i know after a lot of research and you can tell a cop this. A letter from the attorney general says the definition of a few things. 1. It is stated that the definition of a child is "person over the age of 10 but under the age of 17". according to that definition a 17 year old is not a child. The definition of a runaway according to the attorney general is "a child who has left home voluntarily without parental consent with no intent to return. once again a 17 year old can not be a runaway if you have to be a child to be considered a runaway. second a missing child report wont work either. once again its for a child. A missing persons report is geared toward adults and doesn't require any action by the police to bring you home if you are located and reasonably safe. hope that helps.

This does not mean that a 17 year old is considered an adult. Nor does it change any other laws. There is a law that makes harboring a runaway illegal.

"A person commits an offense if he knowingly harbors a child and he is criminally negligent about whether the child.... is younger than 18 years; and... is voluntarily absent from the child's home without the consent of the child's parent or guardian for a substantial length of time or without the intent to return."

Even though it is legal to move out at 17, it is not legal for someone to allow a 17 year old to live with them, other than certain family members. Namely the "actor was related to the child within the second degree by consanguinity or affinity".

Brother, sister, grandparent, or grandchild are examples of relatives in the second degree.

What is the penalty for a class c felony?

The penalties and even the crimes and their definitions vary from state to state. Not all states have a Class C felony.

Voluntary termination of parental rights in Texas?

If a male is named as the father of a child when the couple are not married he cannot request the relinquishment of parental rights until paternity has been established. If the paternity test shows he is not the biological father, he can file suit in family court to be relieved of this financial and parental obligations. The same basic premise applies in the case of married couples with the exception that, the male is assumed to be the father unless only he contests the fact and he must be legally separated or divorced from the biological mother at the time of contestation.

How do you report someone selling cars without a license?

First check your state's requirements. You are allowed to sell a certain number before it is required.

What are the Texas state laws on children riding motorcycles?

There is a new law that goes into effect September 1, 2009 that prohibits children under the age of five from riding on motorcycles.

What does a R restriction mean on Texas Drivers License?

R LOFS 21 or over vehicle above Class C

It means you must have an appropriately licenced driver in the front seat whenever operating a vehicle above Class C.

Is there a Texas law against noise?

Sec. 42.01. DISORDERLY CONDUCT. (a) A person commits an offense if he intentionally or knowingly:

5) makes unreasonable noise in a public place other than a sport shooting range, as defined by Section 250.001, Local Government Code, or in or near a private residence that he has no right to occupy;