If someone was married 20 years ago but has not been in contact in years are they still married.

Yes. Only someone in a black robe (be it the Grim Reaper, or a judge) can terminate a lawful marriage. Such a long separation is the basis for a...

Should I look for a lawyer even before my court date?

Yes. Especially if you plan on requesting a scheduling accommodation. Fare evasion will not look good on your record-- get an attorney ASAP.

Search and Seizure warrant has wrong year and unsigned by a judge

Search warrants must be executed within fifteen (15) calendar days from the date of issuance pursuant to Maryland Criminal Procedure Article,...

In the state of Maryland can an police officer notified my employment on domestic violence if I'm the victim.

Customarily, the identities of victims of domestic abuse are kept confidential by the police and the judiciary-- which is why those who file for...

What you've described is a virus and/or an extortionist scheme. Law enforcement does not contact anyone via "pop up messages" on their personal...

Re-Trial and pleading the fifth

The Fifth Amendment protects you from being compelled by the State to give self-incriminating testimony. That protection disappears if the...

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In the State of Montana can parents give consent for their 14 year old to have sex with a 17 year old.

No. The only persons who can "consent" to sexual intercourse are the participating partners. And Montana's laws, like the laws of many other...

I recentiy got arrested. a warrant for my arrest was not shown to me and I was transported from my home to different jail.

Police are not required to have an arrest warrant before affecting an arrest. There are several exceptions to the warrant requirement that may be...

Is it illegal to represent yourself as a licensed attorney when you are not one?

Contact local Bar Grievance. The unauthorized practice of law is illegal.

What rights does a student have if they were raped by their professor when studying abroad?

Since the event occurred abroad, any U.S. court will lack criminal jurisdiction-- the criminal prosecution must be handled by the local (foreign)...