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Do I have a case? Can I get the ticket dismissed and what's a reasonable cost for a lawyer in this situation?
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Answered on May 26, 2017
Do not prepay the ticket because that can be used against you in a civil suit for the damaged tree. Sounds like the city is paying too much for...
I got a probation violation on good behavior over not going to the vasap intake meeting. Thought I cancelled and was violated 1?
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Answered on May 26, 2017
You were court ordered to attend this program on their schedule. Depending on the reason you did not attend there might be more jail time and...
Is breaking bond conditions a crime in the state of Virginia? Will I lose my bail money for a slight curfew violation?
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Answered on May 26, 2017
Violating the conditions of your bond can result in the bond being revoked and a forfeiture of the bond money. That usually does not happen if the...
If the dates are different on an indictment and capias can it be dropped
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Answered on May 26, 2017
In Virginia the indictment is the charge that must be proved beyond a reasonable doubt. It can be amended but the dates are important.
Can I sue the USPS if one of their drivers committed a hit and run?
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Answered on May 25, 2017
Yes you can file a suit. Not unusual for a company to deny responsibility until you sue them. Talk with a local attorney.
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What constitutes a parole violation when you have been convicted of manufacturing a controlled substance in Virginia?
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Answered on May 25, 2017
This constitutes a violation of good behavior if they are convicted. Any jail time that was suspended can be imposed depending on the nature of...
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Can I adopt children that I am legal guardian of?
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Answered on May 25, 2017
Yes. Do the parents agree? In Virginia adoption is allowed for many reasons. It is statutory and not part of the Common Law so you need to...
Is dating and sleeping with someone during a separation considered adultery?
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Answered on May 25, 2017
Sounds like you need a written separation agreement stating you will live separate and apart as if not married. A local family attorney can...
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Can land property owner ban us from owning/using a weapon?
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Answered on May 25, 2017
Is this to prevent target shooting on the property? A reasonable request. However I do not read that to say possession is not permitted. And...
Can a lawyer charge more than the retainer (via cc) w/o getting your approval before charging over it and sending a bill ?
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Answered on May 25, 2017
What does your retainer agreement say? You have a right to an accounting for the work done on your case. If there was substantially more attorney...