When someone has been arrested for possession of drugs and paraphernalia, does an arraignment mean they were found guilty?

There are two types of arraignments. One is a Preliminary Arraignment, at which time bond is set and the defendant is given his police complaint,...

Can me and my husband make contact?

It sounds like the judge verbally ordered no contact. Generally, no contact means NO contact, by any method. Regardless of what the written court...

Mother accrued alot of medical bills through out her lifetime due to illness. She has passed. Are the kids liable now?

I agree with Attorney Farr. Generally, person A is not liable for person B's debts when person B dies, unless person A signed as a guarantor on a...

What options do I have?

If she has no one else, and you want to help her and act in her best interests, you have two options. If she is competent, she can appoint you as...

WONDERING SHOULD I GET A POWER OF ATTORNEY?

As noted, as long as your mother is still competent, she can sign a Power of Attorney. My suggestion is to have her consult with an attorney to...

All the advice is good. I think his competency is the key. If he is incompetent, then your only choice would be to file a petition to be his...

Charged with contempt of court as a minor?

I agree. The only circumstance in which a person can be legally obligated to appear in court and testify is if they were served with a Subpoena. As...

Should there not be a straight charge for chapter 7 bankruptcy for a person with low income ..

All I can add, as well, is to shop around. Ask as many people as you can. Call as many lawyers as you can. Some lawyer may take payments.

All the advice is good. I would only stress for your mother to have her new will prepared by an attorney. Anybody can say they will "contest" a...

Can I get power of attorney over my mother?

I agree with all other panel members. If she will not voluntarily sign a Power of Attorney over to you, you cannot compel her to. You can call...