Penalty for Minor Gets Caught Driving Without License

A number of teenagers under 18 drive without getting the necessary practice to get a driver license. These underage youngsters believe that their action is fascinating and exciting; however, the choice to drive without getting the ability and necessary experience can lead to life-changing consequences.

If a minor is being caught driving without license it would result in a fine, payment of court fees and payment of towing and impound fees. If the teen is not the owner of the car and if the car belongs to the teens parent’s then the car will still be impounded. This problem will be inserted in the minor record and they will be delayed from obtaining a license once they reach the eligible age to do so.

The Penalty may range form state to state and hence I will share you the average penalty for this offense

- Fine may range from $100 to $2000

- Towing and impounding may range from $100 and $250

- 6 months to one year imprisonment in a juvenile corrections facility for driving without a license.

- Charges will be imposed on the owner/parents of the vehicle for allowing the teenage to drive the vehicle.

- The insurance rate may be affected permanently

- When the minor finally gets his driver license and buys insurance coverage on a vehicle, the event that happened as an unlicensed minor will definitely affect the premium paid. This could result in prolonged higher insurance expenses.

It doesn’t matter if you are caught without driving license our Houston criminal defense lawyers Stradley, Davis & Reynal LLP law firm is there to help you and to solve your queries. Hence don’t hesitate to call our law firms. 

2nd Suspect Arrested in Fatal Shooting at 6634 Westwick Drive

A second suspect wanted and charged in the fatal shooting of a juvenile male and adult female and the wounding of an adult male at 6634 Westwick Drive about 4:15 p.m. on May 13 has been arrested.

Jerome Dewon Godine (b/m, DOB: 12-21-90), charged with capital murder in the 351st State District Court, was taken into custody about 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday (May 21) without incident. Another suspect, Bobby Austin (b/m, DOB: 3-5-90), is in custody and charged with capital murder in the 337th State District Court.

Investigators are still searching for two other males, Desmenn Demond Simon (b/m, DOB: 8-26-87), also known as “Torch,” and Donte Earls (b/m, DOB: 11-7-89), known also as “Tay.” Both are wanted for questioning in the investigation at this time.Two victims, Le "Lena" Nguyen, 41, and Brandon Vu, 10, of the above address, were pronounced dead at the scene. A third victim, Hoai Tranh Vu, 40, of the above address, was transported to Memorial Hermann Hospital where he remains in critical condition.

HPD Homicide Division Sergeants C. Howard, R. Torres, W. Meeler and T. Richardson, Senior Police Officer J. Villarreal and Officers D. Fontenot and N. Rosenblatt reported:

The three victims, Ms. Nguyen, Mr. Vu and his son, Brandon Vu, were found inside their residence. All had suffered gunshot wounds. According to witnesses, two unknown black male suspects were seen leaving the residence in a hurry and getting into a gray passenger car, possibly a Chevrolet Monte Carlo.

Further investigation led to Austin's identity as the driver of the Monte Carlo. He was arrested last Friday (May 17) and his vehicle was recovered. The motive in this shooting incident is believed to be drug-related.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of the two wanted individuals, Desmenn Simon and Donte Earls, is urged to contact the HPD Homicide Division at 713-308-3600 or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

Fatal Shooting Investigation at 2900 Pease Street

Charges have been filed against one suspect for his role in the fatal shooting of one man and wounding of two others at 2900 Pease Street about 6 a.m. on Saturday (May 18).

Cordarrel Sharod McGee (b/m, 12-12-90) is charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon in the 178th State District Court. He remains in Ben Taub General Hospital for treatment of gunshot wounds.

The identity of the deceased male, 23, is pending verification by the Harris County Insitute of Forensic Sciences. The other wounded man, 27, George Rios Ramirez, was transported to Methodist Hospital for treatment of gunshot wounds. HPD Homicide Division Sergeant R. Rodriguez and Officer M. Burrow reported:

A male (Mr. Ramirez) stated he was returning home from a night club and began walking to the front door of his residence at the above address when he was approached by four to five armed males. According to the resident, the group of males began firing shots at him and he drew his own weapon and returned fire. The resident was hit once in the upper back area. He managed to shoot two of the males, one of whom was pronounced dead at the scene. The second wounded male suspect was picked up by a person(s) in a red Chevrolet Cruze. That male was later transported to the hospital and subsequently charged with aggravated assault.

Investigators are still searching for the additional two or three male suspects. Anyone with information in this case is urged to call the HPD Homicide Division at 713-308-3600 or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

Victim Pronounced Dead in Shooting at 301 North Hagerman

A woman shot at 301 North Hagerman about 12:30 p.m. on May 4 has died. The victim, Jeanette Ochoa, 26, of the above address, suffered a gunshot wound to the head and was transported to Ben Taub General Hospital in critical condition. On Saturday (May 11), she was pronounced dead from her wounds. 

The suspected shooter, Joshua David World (w/m, DOB: 11-12-83) was found deceased at 2603 Heritage Colony Drive in Webster, Texas, on May 7. He suffered an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head and died at the scene. At the time, World was wanted and charged with one count of aggravated assault and one count of aggravated assault against a public servant in the 178th State District Court.

HPD Homicide Division Sergeants R. Chandler and A. Semmelrock reported:

While attempting to move into her new residence at the above address, Ms. Ochoa was approached by a male suspect, her ex-boyfriend. The suspect pointed a gun in Ochoa's direction and fired at least one time, wounding her. The suspect then fled the scene on foot. Paramedics were called and transported Ochoa to the hospital.

HPD homicide investigators developed information that identified World as the suspect in this case and a warrant was issued for his arrest. The Gulf Coast Violent Offenders Task Force obtained information on World's whereabouts and he was located in League City, Texas. As Task Force officers attempted to take World into custody, he fled in his vehicle. League City and Friendswood police officers then initiated a pursuit. World fired shots several times at officers during the pursuit, but did not strike anyone and managed to escape.

Further investigation led Task Force officers to a vacant residence at 2603 Heritage Colony Drive in Webster, where World was reportedly seen. As Task Force officers surrounded the residence, World retreated to a back bedroom and a single gunshot was heard. Task Force officers entered the residence and found World had suffered a gunshot wound. Webster paramedics pronounced him dead.

New Jersey man charged with child pornography violations

TRENTON, N.J. – A New Jersey man had his initial appearance in federal court today following his April arrest by special agents with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI).

Fredy Marcelo Arbito, 31, the target of an HSI Cherry Hill, N.J., child exploitation investigation, was detained by Panamanian law enforcement at a police checkpoint April 5 based on an Interpol Red Notice and arrest warrant issued in the District of New Jersey for possession of child pornography. Arbito was escorted back to the United States by authorities, where he was arrested by HSI special agents based in Panama City, Panama.

HSI Newark had issued a public appeal in March 2013 for assistance in locating Arbito, who allegedly was also duping at least one young victim to produce additional child pornography. According to the criminal complaint, Arbito knowingly and willfully possessed child pornography. In addition, the investigation revealed that Arbito allegedly used the Internet to victimize a minor by capturing and producing sexually explicit videos and images of the minor.

If convicted, Arbito faces 10 years in prison and a $250,000 fine.

Assisting in the arrest was HSI Cherry Hill, HSI Miami, HSI Quito, HSI Panama, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Marshals Service, U.S. Department of State, Panamanian Immigration Service, Panamanian National Police, Hightstown (N.J.) Police Department and the Amtrak Police Department.

The case is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney R. Joseph Gribko, District of New Jersey.This investigation was part of Operation Predator, a nationwide HSI initiative to protect children from sexual predators, including those who travel overseas for sex with minors, Internet child pornographers, criminal alien sex offenders and child sex traffickers. HSI encourages the public to report suspected child predators and any suspicious activity through its toll-free hotline at 1-866-347-2423 or by completing its online tip form. Both are staffed around the clock by investigators.

Victims Identified in Fatal Shooting at 1325 Greens Parkway Houston

Houston police have learned the identities of a man and woman fatally shot at 1325 Greens Parkway about 4:40 p.m. on Wednesday (April 17).

The victims, Anthony Contreras, 18, and Elizabeth Mayorga, 18, suffered gunshot wounds to the head and were pronounced dead at the scene. Ms. Mayorga's uncle, Cesar Enriquez, 36, also suffered a gunshot wound to the head and was transported to Memorial Hermann Hospital where he remains in critical condition.

HPD Homicide Division Sergeant B. Williams and Officer J. Horn reported:

A coworker of Mr. Enriquez went to his apartment at the above address to check on him when he did not show up for work. Finding the door open, the coworker went inside, saw blood on the walls of the bedroom and then called 9-1-1.

HPD patrol officers responded to the scene and found Mr. Enriquez, Ms. Mayorga, and Mr. Contreras as well as the couple's baby girl, 5 months, in a bedroom. All three adults had been shot and two were pronounced dead by responding HFD paramedics. One adult male was transported to the hospital. The baby appeared unharmed, but was also transported to an area hospital where she was treated and released to family members.

At this time, there is no known motive or suspect.

Anyone with information in this case is urged to contact the HPD Homicide Division at 713-308-3600 or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS

Grand Theft and it penalties

A grand theft is a type of theft accusations that comes under the theft crime. The grand theft occurs when an individual takes another property without the prior permission and if the value of the stolen goods exceeds $500. Grand theft is usually considered a felony in Texas, especially if a weapon was used to commit the theft.

The term "property" in the grand theft definition can include money, labor, real, or personal property that lawfully belongs to another individual or group of individuals.

Credit card fraud, internet fraud, identity theft etc are the few types of grand theft which is rising in the US. It is estimated that 25 million Americans become the victims of consumer fraud, often considered a grand theft offense, each year.

Penalties

• First Degree – Grand Theft
• Second Degree – Grand Theft
• Third Degree – Grand Theft

First degree grand theft If the value of the property is greater than $10,000 or more then the individual may face the following penalties

• Minimum sentence – 21 months in jail
• Maximum sentence – 30 years in prison
• Thirty years of probation
• Fine upto $10,000

Second degree grand theft If the value of the property is less than $100,000 but more than $20,000 then the individual may face the following penalties

• Maximum sentence – 15 years in prison
• 15 years of probation
• Fine upto $10,000

Third degree theft If the value of the property is less than $20,000 but more than $300 then the individual may face the following penalties

• Maximum sentence – 5 years in prison
• 5 years of probation
• Fine upto $5,000

The common punishments include over a year of prison time, restitution, expenses, and probation. Based on the product thieved, the value of the product, and the prior record of the individual charged of huge robbery, the penalties may be improved. Additionally, a huge robbery indictment can seriously impact your popularity, family connections, and job possibilities. Because of the particulars involved with huge robbery expenses, it is vital to have a Houston criminal attorney by your side.