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16 yo adopted son wants to go live with birth family. Can I give them custody? What is my legal and financial responsibility?
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Answered on July 02, 2014
You could give the birth family custody but I would advise against it. Not only is this going to cost you money by way of hiring an attorney...
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My daughter is accused of accessory to after the fact of a shooting.her car was present but she was not.she is under a $75,000 b
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Answered on July 02, 2014
If she can afford it, she needs to hire an attorney. If not, the state will provide her a public defender. You can definitely get charged with a...
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At 16 have a misdemeanor two others more than two years apart all dismissals without leave what expunction can I get.
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Answered on July 02, 2014
Mr. Coolidge has given you good advice here: you get one expunction during your lifetime in North Carolina. Any dismissals within a 12 month period...
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Was my home illegally searched
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Answered on July 02, 2014
This probably wasn't an illegal search. When you are on supervised probation, probation officers can do stuff like this. Review the terms of your...
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Could I be charged with obtaining property under false pretenses?
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Answered on July 02, 2014
I wouldn't worry about getting charged with obtaining property under false pretenses. Even if the shelter decided to pursue charges, they would...
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We are happily married. Inlaws visited and allege that i am not treating my spouse properly. My spouse disagrees.
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Answered on July 02, 2014
If you really think you need a document like this, it is possible that it could help you in court. I would have an attorney help you draft it, get...
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My bosses team up against me and other staff members cursing and constantly downing us. Assault and abuse to kids as well.
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Answered on July 02, 2014
If children are being harmed, you should report this to law enforcement. You may report this anonymously. Depending on where you work, you may also...
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Seeking divorce from wife of 3yrs. How long will I be rquired to pay allimony and housing?
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Answered on July 02, 2014
A court will consider a number of factors in determining alimony. The duration of the award may be specified or may be indefinite. Probably best...
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The name I go by on most all of my accounts and drivers license is not the same as my birth certificate.
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Answered on July 02, 2014
It isn't easy and will often lead to confusion. I go by my middle name and even that leads to a lot of confusion. For example, I'm listed on Avvo...
How do I ask for more time to pay my fines and court costs and possibly longer to complete community service?
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Answered on July 02, 2014
Mr. Coolidge gave you some good advice here. Pay what you can, appear in court, explain your situation, and a judge may be lenient with you. Just...