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I have no legal contract with my ex, we agreed on amt and visitation. He pays but my son is 18 in sept. can he stop paying?

Elliot's answer | Answered on July 29, 2010

Your ex-husband's obligation to pay child support will not automatically terminate when your son turns 18. It will continue until your son is...

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I got a DUI but the officer who pulled me over didn't arrest me of perform the tests on me. another officer did. is that legal?

Elliot's answer | Answered on July 29, 2010

The officer who pulled you over does not have to be the officer who has you perform the psycho-physical tests. It is more common than not for an...

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Can I picket in front of a business that took a deposit and never delivered?

Elliot's answer | Answered on July 29, 2010

I suggest that you contact the local police department to get clarification on this issue. You want to know not only if it is permitted, but...

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I went to court for not stopping at a stop sign when I did. The officer did not appear twice is there a law on that?

Elliot's answer | Answered on July 29, 2010

Cases are not automatically dismissed due to the non-appearance of a State's witness (even the second time). Frankly, because your case involves a...

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I have a warrent that is over 6 years old

Elliot's answer | Answered on July 29, 2010

The term "Statute of Limitations" makes reference to the amount of time the police or other complainant have after the date of an offense to file a...

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How can I avoid questions during my testimony in my divorce trial? Can I just not say anything? This is in Houston, TX..

Elliot's answer | Answered on July 29, 2010

While I am not licensed in the State of Texas, I do not believe you have the right to remain silent in a civil case. Your Constitutional (5th...

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Is there a way to get my sons father to pay child support without giving him rights to see my son?

Elliot's answer | Answered on July 29, 2010

The rights and obligations of a child's parents are mutually exclusive. In other words, your right to receive child support is not dependent upon...

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I want a largely uncontested divorce, but there might be some issues regarding taxes still owed that were filed jointly.

Elliot's answer | Answered on July 29, 2010

I am not licensed to practice law in your state; however, having said that I will try to give you some guidance. You have indicated that you want...

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If he does not sign the birth certificate does he have any rights?

Elliot's answer | Answered on July 29, 2010

The fact that your child's father is not named on the birth certificate does not impact upon either of your rights or obligations as parents. Very...

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Is it likely that my friend will get arrested for "shoplifting" 5 weeks after the fact?

Elliot's answer | Answered on July 28, 2010

Based upon the facts you provided, I think your friend can feel comfortable that she will not be charged.

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I have no legal contract with my ex, we agreed on amt and visitation. He pays but my son is 18 in sept. can he stop paying?

I got a DUI but the officer who pulled me over didn't arrest me of perform the tests on me. another officer did. is that legal?

Can I picket in front of a business that took a deposit and never delivered?

I went to court for not stopping at a stop sign when I did. The officer did not appear twice is there a law on that?

I have a warrent that is over 6 years old

How can I avoid questions during my testimony in my divorce trial? Can I just not say anything? This is in Houston, TX..

Is there a way to get my sons father to pay child support without giving him rights to see my son?

I want a largely uncontested divorce, but there might be some issues regarding taxes still owed that were filed jointly.

If he does not sign the birth certificate does he have any rights?

Is it likely that my friend will get arrested for "shoplifting" 5 weeks after the fact?