How to move away from an abusive spouse while taking my children with me in a safely manner?: I am trying to leave an abusive marriage and take custody of my children immediately before I leave. I plan on filing for divorce and filing for sole custody of my children, then take my children with me to our new home. Would this be acceptable according to Colorado state law? We are a no fault state, I can file separately from my husband and serve him the papers both divorce and immediate custody. Is it possible to leave then with my children or should I wait until the judgement of the court takes place?
Stephen’s answer: You can file and move, but if the divorce is contested then where the children live during the divorce will be decided at a temporary orders hearing. It would be a good idea to work with an experienced attorney to ensure that your case is presented in such a way that you are able to get appropriate orders.
There was an attempt to service me from a debt collector made to my old landlord (CO):
Today my old landlord sent me 3 photos of complaint documents from someone attempting to serve me for a debt in Colorado--I still live here, but moved recently. There was no provided case number where "case number:" was listed, and they only let him take photos, not keep them of course. The documents require a response, and do list contact information for the lawyers/debt collectors suing me. I am ready to deal with this head on but am not sure what to do as they technically didn't serve me, and all armchair advice tends to say not to engage in communication with debt collectors if possible.
Since there wasn't a case number listed, I imagine they are filing after the service? Do I reach out to the lawyers listed in the document since I wasn't given the response materials? I don't want them swinging by my new place and possibly reaching my roommate, for example. I would really appreciate any and all help on what to do next, thank you very much.
Stephen’s answer: If you do want to negotiate the debt, then the lawyer listed on the paperwork (or more accurately their office) is the place to talk to. Whether or not that is what you should do is beyond the scope of a forum like this.
Can I prosecute my neighbor for damaging postings on my front door: My neighbor contantly (3 years) sparys, smears, removes or otherwise damages my bible verses and other posting on my front door. I have video.
Stephen’s answer: You cannot prosecute anyone unless you get yourself elected District Attorney. You can report the vandalism to the police and show them your video.