A collection agency froze my account on a bill that i owed. My account is a joint account with my husband. is this legal?

You each have the right to object to the garnishment, but only have 30 days from the date of garnishment to file a written motion. Each of you...

Who should be contacted with info on an outstanding bench warrent in Carroll County, Maryland for failing to appear?

Before anyone is released from whatever confinement they are in at the time, a standard procedure is to do a warrant check before that person is...

Reckless driving lawyer recommendations for Emporia (Greensville Co), VA?

That's way down on the North Carolina border! You should tag this question for a Virginia lawyer to answer. But you should hire a lawyer in...

Shoplifter

There's not a "record" unless you are charged. The store can still go to the District Court Commissioner's Office and ask for charges to be filed,...

I received an open container in a parked vehicle charge in MD Article 14 sec 136 C1 .. Is this a criminal offense? Can I fix it?

It sounds like you received a county code civil citation. These can be resolved by negotiating community service or an alcohol class in exchange...

Whether you receive a notice or not is irrelevant. Probation will terminate pursuant to the court's sentencing order. There will be a final...

Can willful attempted adverse possession be considered larceny?

Adverse possession takes 20 years to perfect. Hire a land surveyor to prepare detailed proof of the property lines and a report confirming the...

Can I evict a family member without formal process, who is not paying formal rent at my instruction to save their money.

All legal residents require 30 day written notice to vacate before eviction proceedings can be commenced. Because your family member has resided...

Experienced vs. Interested Lawyer for Criminal charges

I have never heard of a lawyer who didn't want to meet with the client first before accepting representation, or if distance is so great, did not...

Could someone please explain watch "Laches" means

Laches is a legal defense that is RARELY granted or applicable to most claims, but is still recognized. It was a defense created by judges before...