Do I need an annulment in Mass? I want to get married, but am unsure if I am legally able to because of a prior marriage.

You are probably lawfully married and need a divorce. If your husband's divorce in Texas became final after you were married and one of you...

Theoretically it is possible for the surviving spouse to be sued for medical bills and certain other debts. There is a doctrine that makes a...

Should I use an attorney to remove child support order? Or am I able to do this myself?

If the mother of your children agrees that the children are emancipated, then you should be able to remove the child support order. If she does...

Can an "anonymous letter" be enough probable cause to get court order for a DNA test?

When the police investigate a person they don't release information about the evidence they have gathered. Your source may not be correct. Here...

I live in MA and received a letter saying I'm in contempt of court and a capias has been issued. Will I be arrested if I cant go

A capias is a civil arrest warrant. A sheriff or constable can use the warrant to arrest you and keep you in jail until you can be brought to...

Ending my child support obligation

This is a complicated matter and you are best served by consulting a lawyer. The first thing that should be done is to examine the Judgment that...

Can a judge in a district court order temporary visitation for a child as part of a restraining order?

Any Judge that issues a restraining order under General Laws chapter 209A has the power to issue orders of custody, visitation, and support. These...

You should be able to get divorced at the pre-trial ifhe does not appear.

I can I force the mother of my child (custodial parent) to file for SSDI dependency benefit?

DOR can't modify a court order. Only a Judge can do that. You should bring a complaint for modification and act as if she is already receiving...

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Can I file an answer with the court for a petition for a criminal complaint?

Criminal procedure, unlike civil procedure, does not allow answers to be filed. It sounds like will have a hearing before a magistrate. You can...