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Once a domestic violence battery charge is placed can it be dropped? Do I have any options. I called the police?? Thanks!

Howard's answer | Answered on February 06, 2013

It can, but if the court process has started, you will need to go to court to have it vacated. Good Luck.

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Can I change the last name of my 12 & 14 yr old kids?

Howard's answer | Answered on February 06, 2013

I am sorry you are going through this. Father must consent, or you must file a petition in the family court of the county you reside in for a name...

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Can i be charged with violating a TRO that has since been expired then renewed?

Howard's answer | Answered on February 06, 2013

If the TRO at the time was a no contact order, then technically a text would be a violation of the TRO. Even though the TRO has since expired,...

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Is it "normal protocol" for a probate judge to find an outstanding arrest warrant on the defendant (father) and do nothing?

Howard's answer | Answered on February 06, 2013

Typically, the judge will not only have information regarding the existence of a warrant, but will also have information regarding the court it was...

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My divorce will be final tues. but my husband will not give me the deed to my home it is in my name only

Howard's answer | Answered on February 06, 2013

I agree with counsel, if the home is in your name only, you may get another one. If the condition is contained in your agreement that Husband give...

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What happens to a child taken by CPS if the mother get jail time?

Howard's answer | Answered on February 06, 2013

It is unfortunate that your friend is going through this. If however she is incarcerated, is Father a potential care taker? If not, are there any...

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What exactly does it mean when they say you must wait 60 days to get married again after a divorce?

Howard's answer | Answered on February 06, 2013

I agree with counsel and add that neither party to the divorce may remarry, except to each other, until sixty (60) days after the judgment of...

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Can i get a divorce done with out costing me ?

Howard's answer | Answered on February 06, 2013

While it is less expensive to represent yourself, be aware that you will be held to the same standard as attorneys with regard to knowledge of the...

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Does a temporary order mean i cant go near my children other then what the judge requested?

Howard's answer | Answered on February 06, 2013

Yes, and it will be monitored in accordance with the temporary order. I suggest you contact a local family law attorney to review your options as...

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I have been separated from my estranged wife for 10 years. She has moved out of the state to live abroad.

Howard's answer | Answered on February 06, 2013

I concur with counsel, adding although you have been estranged, as legal separation is not recognized, it is considered a marriage for the entire...

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Once a domestic violence battery charge is placed can it be dropped? Do I have any options. I called the police?? Thanks!

Can I change the last name of my 12 & 14 yr old kids?

Can i be charged with violating a TRO that has since been expired then renewed?

Is it "normal protocol" for a probate judge to find an outstanding arrest warrant on the defendant (father) and do nothing?

My divorce will be final tues. but my husband will not give me the deed to my home it is in my name only

What happens to a child taken by CPS if the mother get jail time?

What exactly does it mean when they say you must wait 60 days to get married again after a divorce?

Can i get a divorce done with out costing me ?

Does a temporary order mean i cant go near my children other then what the judge requested?

I have been separated from my estranged wife for 10 years. She has moved out of the state to live abroad.