Questions answered by David S. Stein

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Is the father entitled to discovery, to determine whether or not to go to trial on a Protective Order that involves custody.

David's answer | Answered on January 11, 2015

The court will most likely have a consolidated protective hearing and it is imperative to present at this hearing all relevant facts and evidence. ...

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Can my ex-partner possibly get jail time and/or fined for this?

David's answer | Answered on July 12, 2013

If the ownership of the property is established and there is misappropriation of the property, the culprit may be facing theft charges. It is...

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Can I remove a stay away order in Washington, D.C. If I'm the victim if it was issued by the courts? We have a child together...

David's answer | Answered on June 17, 2013

Violation of the stay away order is punishable either by contempt or a separate criminal charge. The stay away order may be mutually lifted though...

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Do I need a lawyer for a misdemeanor charge for possession of marijuana ?

David's answer | Answered on June 08, 2013

In addition to my colleagues valuable comments, I would also add that the legality of the stop and search of your vehicle as well as the DEA...

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Can my kids come back to me although they were taken when I was in the hospital and they were being supervised by my fiancé.?

David's answer | Answered on May 29, 2013

It appears that the children were removed from your fiance's care due to possible failure to protect and the siblings under the imminent danger. ...

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I live in Washington, DC and share joint physical and legal custody of an 11 year old daughter and wish to move out of state.

David's answer | Answered on May 27, 2013

You would have to convince the the family court Judge that it would be in the best interests of the child to relocate and the court would have to...

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I found out today that husband hasn't paid rent or any of our major bills in months. He's seeking a divorce and I stay at home.

David's answer | Answered on May 13, 2013

If the divorce action has already been commenced, then, you may request pendente lite alimony from the court to cover these expenses. You may also...

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How do I get phone calls, letters and possible visitation rights to my 11 yr old in another state?

David's answer | Answered on May 13, 2013

In the District award of custody may be modified by showing of "substantial and material change of circumstances." Thus if there are signifiant...

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Can one parent move a child out of he united states without the other parents permission? We have joint custody.

David's answer | Answered on May 06, 2013

If you have joint legal/physical custody, then permanent travel of your spouse outside of the US with the child would violate the agreement and a...

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What if someone had their divorce proceedings yesterday and they lied on their document and said there was no domestic violence

David's answer | Answered on April 17, 2013

Domestic violence is one of the legal elements considered by the court in the child custody litigation which is generally consolidated with the...

David S. Stein's Answers (115)

Is the father entitled to discovery, to determine whether or not to go to trial on a Protective Order that involves custody.

Can my ex-partner possibly get jail time and/or fined for this?

Can I remove a stay away order in Washington, D.C. If I'm the victim if it was issued by the courts? We have a child together...

Do I need a lawyer for a misdemeanor charge for possession of marijuana ?

Can my kids come back to me although they were taken when I was in the hospital and they were being supervised by my fiancé.?

I live in Washington, DC and share joint physical and legal custody of an 11 year old daughter and wish to move out of state.

I found out today that husband hasn't paid rent or any of our major bills in months. He's seeking a divorce and I stay at home.

How do I get phone calls, letters and possible visitation rights to my 11 yr old in another state?

Can one parent move a child out of he united states without the other parents permission? We have joint custody.

What if someone had their divorce proceedings yesterday and they lied on their document and said there was no domestic violence