Can I speed up a domestic assault case by filing a written statement that explains the arrest had no basis?

Highly unlikely, at least up in my part of the State. I do not generally recommend that "victims" write to the District Attorney's Office...

If I file chapter 7 bankruptcy are my house and vehicles in jeopardy of being taken?

Certain assets are exempt from claims of creditors and are protected in a bankruptcy. the amount of equity protected in your vehicle is $5,000 and...

Is the vehicle mine?

Further information is required. What was the cost of the car? What was the allowance for the truck? How much was borrowed? Who has made the...

I have a warrant can that show up on my background check my first warrant .

Most people are aware of their court date because it is on the bail bond if they were arrested or on the summons if they were charged and not...

I own a consignment shop and have a agreement people sign that clearly states that it is a 60 day consigning period is it legal?

I don't know the answer to your question, but it likely is contained within Maine's Uniform Unclaimed Property Act, 33 M.R.S.A. § 1951 et seq. It...

My husbands name is on his exgirlfriends deed on the house along with her name. How do we get his name off?

I believe that the problem is not that his name is on the deed, but that he is obligated on the mortgage. If the bank will not refinance and...

Unless he is on probation and has limitations on contact with individuals under a certain age, he is not prohibited from having contact with...

Would it be better to try to sell my home before filing or should I file first and include my home in the bankruptcy?

Don't sell your home if you are considering doing so because you have equity in it. Your home is completely protected under the facts presented.

Do I need a lawyer for 1st offense shoplifting summons?

Please do yourself a favor and hire an attorney. You are charged with theft. Theft is a crime of dishonesty. A conviction for a crime of dishonesty...

Who can get their record expunged?

The only way to eliminate a Maine conviction is to obtain a pardon from the Governor. All the relevant information is here: ...