I am 14 and my partner is 17, what kind of trouble could happen with us if sexual contact is involved in the state of Maryland?

You've met this guy on the internet and never have seen him in person; therefore, you do not "know" how old he is, where he lives, or what his...

Yes, the court can grant it, but if the court denies it, then it is possible that the brief will be stricken and not considered if it is filed...

In a contract dispute where binding arbitration clause exists, can a party sue? is this lawful? what recourse other party have?

No, you don't get punitive damages/atty fees just because they ignored the arbitration clause, but if your contract provides for attorney fees to...

I've heard people argue both ways, if you get pulled over for suspected dui, are better you off taking the tests or refusing?

First, let's distinguish between (1) the Standard Field Sobriety Tests (SFSTs) and Preliminary Breath Test (PBT) they ask you to take at the scene...

No. If you are 18 years old or older, hire a lawyer to ensue this charge does not end up on your record. if not, this matter will be handled as a...

Landlords are pressuring me to pay pass rent and move out in less than 20 days. Can they do that ? There is no written lease.

Your situation is known as a "tenant at will", and are deemed to be in a month-to-month lease. The landlord must give 30 days notice to vacate,...

I was given my 1st criminal citation for possession of marijuana and paraphernalia yesterday. What legal penalties can I expect?

Hire a lawyer. You should be able to get the charge erased from your record. Being from DC is not relevant to anything. The crime occurred in MD...

Can we type up out our own separation agreement(sign notarized) and after 12 months apart use our money to get divorced?

Will likely be a huge mistake, because you have no idea what to address in such an agreement which cannot be undone or corrected after the divorce...

My father was just diagnosed with brain cancer; what are the steps to get power of attorney?

If he's in Montana, the POA must be signed there and made to comply with Montana law; therefore, your dad needs a Montana lawyer, preferably one...

I NEED A EXSPUNGEMENT

If the charge you wish to get expunged is eligible for that relief, then you will need to fill out and file the expungement petition. Here are...