Legal Question in Criminal Law in Texas

If someone is being charged with evading, owns the vehicle that was used but was not driving the vehicle at the time, other than video how can he prove he wasnt driving? He was the passenger however, the driver drove in to the woods therefore was not seen exiting. It appears to be only one occupant but actually two. They driver got away but the owner of the vehicle has to take the punishment because he owned the vehicle? Also, is it hearsay if the actual driver told several people he was the one driving. Of course he will not turn himself in though. This is for montgomery county


Asked on 10/11/17, 8:08 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Cynthia Henley Cynthia Henley, Lawyer

The accused needs to hire a lawyer to represent them as they are charged with a felony. The lawyer can review the State's evidence as well as any evidence that the accused may have. The lawyer may also involve an investigator to interview witnesses. Statements against penal interests (meaning could result in prosecution) are an exception to the hearsay rule.

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Answered on 11/02/17, 3:13 am


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