Does the statement below means that I will need to return with the child? If so can I ask the court for the petitioner to pay

If this is the first time on the docket then it may be an arraignment. At an arraignment they typically do not make a decision about where the...

What does she need to do to have my complaints taken seriously by the prosecutor?

I think your friend would be better off not communicating at all with the defendant. Also if your friend is truly concerned then she needs to...

What steps should I take to appeal and file a complaint against a judge?

If you want to file a complaint you can print the form out from online and submit it. You have 10 days to appeal the judge's ruling to Circuit...

Divorce

There could potentially be some sort of claim to each other's things, but it sounds like neither of you have been supporting each other for a...

Can a child get Medical Power of Attorney of an adult parent that is intellectually delayed that has become a ward of the State?

A power of attorney is where one person permits another person to make decisions for them when they in the future may not be able to. But in that...

How do I get custody of my niece?

You need to go to the juvenile court in the jurisdiction the child lives in and file for custody. Generally though you have to be able to show...

This is a type of burglary charge. There are different levels and types of burglary in Virginia. Typically they will charge a burglary charge if...

What can be done when my son hasnt heard from his dad in 6 months?

There may be a chance that dad is not desiring to exercise his visitation, which may take care of the issue organically. Otherwise your best bet...

How can my daughter get custody of her children back?

She is going to have to do everything that social services generally asks her to do. She also most likely received a court-appointed attorney whom...

Can I get sole legal and physical custody of the kids if their dad is not paying childsupport?

Typically the courts will only consider changing a custodial or visitation situation if there has been a change in circumstances. It is unclear...