Amina Renee Merritt's Answers (8)

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My son was in Juvenile hall and ward of the court. He was in a fight, I have been paying on 23 g restitution. What can I do?

Amina's answer | Answered on May 16, 2013

The CA Juvenile Court can make, and recently has been making, orders for restitution by parents for damages caused by criminal conduct, payment for...

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If you are a run away on Juvenile Probation & your parent/guardian lives in another state, but your 18?

Amina's answer | Answered on May 10, 2013

The answer (Calif.) depends on the conditions of your probation. You should contact your Probation Officer. The Juvenile Court can maintain...

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How can one defend against a professional plaintiff who sues small markets for minor ADA violations (i.e, 34" wide rows v. 36").

Amina's answer | Answered on May 10, 2013

The Anti-SLAPP statute was enacted in CA to directly address and prevent these types of lawsuits. The anti-slapp motion can be filed along with a...

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Do I need employment attorney to file a claim?

Amina's answer | Answered on May 10, 2013

No you do not need an attorney to file the claims that may relate to this matter. You should be aware that the Community College District is a...

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I was asked to perform duties that constitute fraud. I strongly stated I would not commit fraud.

Amina's answer | Answered on March 09, 2011

This questions raises a lot of other questions. Depending on the type of fraud involved, you may be protected by whistleblower laws. I would...

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Complaint against my employer the state of California DMV

Amina's answer | Answered on March 09, 2011

I agree with my colleague Mr. Sanger, that you need an employment or civil rights attorney. Also, I believe the attorney you choose should be...

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I have two underage drinking charges on my record from over 10 years ago in the state of colorado, can they be expunged?

Amina's answer | Answered on March 09, 2011

Many states differ on the procedure to expunge criminal records. I practice in California, and we have very specific laws on how to expunge...

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Can i emancipate at age 16

Amina's answer | Answered on March 09, 2011

Many states have laws allowing minors to emancipate beginning at age 16. You will have to check the statute in your State. In California, our...

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