The Law Office of Wesley D. Spencer

Many people are surprised to find out when they go to the first court appearance that they are not entitled to court-appointed counsel. If you have a steady job and are above the federal poverty level in all likelihood you will not qualify for court-appointed counsel. However, you still have necessary bills to pay and there is no extra money left over at the end of the month to pay for an attorney. Before you decide to represent yourself, please call The Law Office of Wesley D. Spencer to see what our office can do for you. We offer need-based, flexible payments plans to ensure every citizen accused of committing a crime has affordable, quality legal representation that does not break the bank, but also ensures your rights are protected and you can make an informed decision when deciding how to handle your legal matter.

Dealing with an arrest and criminal charge can be very costly. Sometimes it can ruin one’s life or career. Many people do not see the need to incur the cost of hiring a lawyer and decide to represent him or herself in court. However, that decision can often times have long-lasting effects that the State’s prosecutor is not going to tell you when you speak to them. It is always best to at least consult with an attorney before making any legal decision. You can call The Law Office of Wesley D. Spencer to see if you are making a sound decision in handling your case, and we can provide answers to many of the questions you likely have about your case.

If you have pending traffic warrants you will be ineligible to renew or reinstate your driver’s license. Often times the court will also not allow you to phone in your payment, because the ticket is in warrant status. However, an attorney has the ability to lift the warrant. The attorney can file a bond with the municipal court to lift the warrant so you can rest easy that you are not going to be arrested if you come into contact with law enforcement. Call The Law Office of Wesley D. Spencer to speak with an attorney to see how we can clear your warrants so you can get back to driving with peace of mind.

ODL stands for Occupational Driver’s License. In the event your driver’s license is suspended an attorney can help you file the necessary paperwork to ensure you are able to continue driving. There are certain requirements that must be met in order for a judge to approve an ODL petition. Call The Law Office of Wesley D. Spencer to see how we can keep you on the road so you do not lose your job and can continue to take care of your necessary household duties.

There are several things you should do if you are stopped for a DUI, including: -Listen to what is said to you during the event so you can share this information with your attorney. He or she will use it to determine if your rights were violated -Be respectful and polite -Answer questions pertaining to your identity and address ONLY -Give the officer’s your driver's license and proof of insurance, but refuse to confirm or deny anything about insurance-related matters -Decline to answer all questions and refuse any field sobriety tests -Ask to speak to an attorney

You can refuse any test law enforcement wants you to complete to help them prove their case. Unless you have not consumed any alcohol it is almost always advisable that you do not consent to any filed sobriety test (SFST) or alcohol test law enforcement requests from you. You are under no obligation to perform any test or provide any evidence to law enforcement.

Typically the arresting officer will take you to the county jail. Within 24 hours you will see an arraignment judge. That judge will read to you the crime you have been accused of committing and then will set bail. For all misdemeanors except Assault Causes Bodily Injury to a Family Member, you can call The Law Office of Wesley D. Spencer to prevent yourself or a loved one from having to wait the night to speak with a judge. A lawyer from The Law Office of Wesley D. Spencer can write a writ bond to get yourself or your loved one out of jail much faster than you would otherwise be able to.

You have several rights that are protected by the US and Texas Constitution once you are arrested by law enforcement. These rights include but are not limited to: the right to remain silent, the right to speak to a lawyer before and during any police interrogation, and the right to have a lawyer appointed to represent you if you cannot afford a lawyer on your own. A lawyer is the protector or your constitutional rights ensuring law enforcement does not violate your rights. That is why you should contact The Law Office of Wesley D. Spencer, to have a lawyer on your side when you are accused of committing a crime.

No, and as a matter of fact, you should not speak with law enforcement until first consulting with an attorney from The Law Office of Wesley D. Spencer. Law enforcement are allowed to ask you basic questions about your name and where you live, but beyond that, you should refuse to say anything until you speak with a lawyer from The Law Office of Wesley D. Spencer. Even if you are innocent and even if you think what you are saying is not incriminating, law enforcement and prosecutors might be able to use it against you, so it is better to politely refuse and wait for professional guidance.