If Im a 17 yr old abused run away but I go straight to the magistry to cps to make a report, is my living arrangement my choice?

You should contact DSS as soon as possible and advise them of your situation. If your mother actually physically strikes you (domestic violence),...

Is a handwritten will written by someone other than yourself legal in NC?

Unfortunately, it appears that the will you are describing is not valid under Chapter 31 of the NC General Statutes. In order for it to be...

I was charged with battery, disorderly conduct. if the Victim/Witness does not show up but another witness shows up. What happen

The concern you have is real. You need to have your own witnesses lined up so that you can show that you did not assault the victim. That appears...

Moved from FL to NC a year ago and father want to take me to court over rights

If there is no custody order in place, then he has as much right to the child as you do. If you have lived in NC for 6 months and he has filed a...

Iam married and i have two children that were born out of wedlock. both of which my husband is listed on the birth certificate.

This is going to be hard to do because the father is listed on the birth certificate. If he agrees and waives any opposition to the name change,...

I have two sons and I was wondering was their a way for me to give my mother temporary custody while I'm in medical school?

I understand your concern. In most cases you will already be required to have a family plan to deal with your dependents during your ADT and drills...

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What attorneys in Hickory, NC offer free consultation regarding a dissolution?

You can go to the NC State Bar or the NC State Bar Association web site and get an attorney referral. The referral information will give you...

How can I handle my case?

You can have the warrant recalled with the help of an attorney. Yo need to understand that this sin't going to go away and you may get stopped for...

Your beef is really with the ex-spouse. Tell the ex that this is unacceptable. Express your concerns and work it out between the two of you. You...

Will a shoplifting charge incurred at age 16 in NC be expunged from my son's record when he turns 18?

The expungement will not happen when he turns 18. You have to apply for an expunction of records. He can say the charge was dismissed. He...