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I am being sued for $2,137.64 court date 3/26/13 and last bill statement was sent to me 06/12 what should I plead? Pls. Help

John-Paul's answer | Answered on March 26, 2013

I concur with Mark Westerfield. You should set it for trial, demand proof, and get an attorney to help you. My office handles these cases...

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Can a suspended license be suspended multiple times if it has never been reinstated?

John-Paul's answer | Answered on March 26, 2013

Yes. You should always seek counsel from a local criminal defense attorney to help you in cases like these.

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I have gotten a "no turn on red". I was getting directions from a friend on an unfamiliar road. what can i say in court?

John-Paul's answer | Answered on March 26, 2013

You should get an attorney. Often we can reduce this to Failure to Pay Full Time and Attention or get it dismissed completely. If you can't...

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.180.00 speeding ticket in Va.Currently have Md. license. Should I switch to a Va license and take online course before court?

John-Paul's answer | Answered on March 26, 2013

I believe you are required by Virginia Law to update your license within 30 days of moving. Thus, you are legally bound to change over your...

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Can i be held in contempt?

John-Paul's answer | Answered on March 26, 2013

I concur with my fellow attorneys here. You should not be held in contempt, however, if you are summons to appear in court - you would be wise to...

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If someone is in a will to receive something and that person is deceased, who is next in line to recieve it?

John-Paul's answer | Answered on March 26, 2013

I concur with my fellow attorneys in their answers herein. You should read the will carefully, and if you're not sure - you should consult with an...

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I received a District Court Summons for $1800 for a med debt fm 2008 in Syracuse, NY. How do I handle this - What are my rights?

John-Paul's answer | Answered on March 26, 2013

A judgment can seriously impact your credit rating. You should contact a local NY attorney immediately.

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How/where can I find out if I'm a felon?

John-Paul's answer | Answered on March 19, 2013

I agree with Sean P. Wickens. Often you can contact the State Police / Highway Patrol and for a nominal fee ($20-30) they can pull your background...

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My daughter was arrested for being drunk in public approximitly 2 years ago. How hard is it to be expunged from her record?

John-Paul's answer | Answered on March 13, 2013

Depends if she had a lawyer or not. Depends if she was found guilty or not. Depends if there was a suspened or deffered finding, or...

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I left during a "5 day or quit" notice on a lease that still had 4 months. What am I still liable for?

John-Paul's answer | Answered on March 13, 2013

You may have a case. You should contact a local attorney immediately to help you through this process. My office is here in Fairfax, near the...

John-Paul Patrick Gilson's Answers (194)

I am being sued for $2,137.64 court date 3/26/13 and last bill statement was sent to me 06/12 what should I plead? Pls. Help

Can a suspended license be suspended multiple times if it has never been reinstated?

I have gotten a "no turn on red". I was getting directions from a friend on an unfamiliar road. what can i say in court?

.180.00 speeding ticket in Va.Currently have Md. license. Should I switch to a Va license and take online course before court?

Can i be held in contempt?

If someone is in a will to receive something and that person is deceased, who is next in line to recieve it?

I received a District Court Summons for $1800 for a med debt fm 2008 in Syracuse, NY. How do I handle this - What are my rights?

How/where can I find out if I'm a felon?

My daughter was arrested for being drunk in public approximitly 2 years ago. How hard is it to be expunged from her record?

I left during a "5 day or quit" notice on a lease that still had 4 months. What am I still liable for?