Questions answered by Marjory J. Timothy

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What can I expect from U.S. Customs while traveling with an arrest record?

Marjory's answer | Answered on March 27, 2018

Unless I misunderstand your question, you are not traveling with an arrest record. The charges were dismissed.

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Can I be charged with underage consumption of alcohol?

Marjory's answer | Answered on March 27, 2018

This is not an expungement question but can be answered simply: yes, you can be charged. Whether you could be convicted is an another matter. You...

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HHow does a grandparent living in North Carolina become a legal guardian of a grandchild in Arkansas foster care?

Marjory's answer | Answered on March 26, 2018

You should talk with someone in Arkansas. Generally if a relative steps up and says he or she is willing to take care of a child, a home study is...

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I am charged with a G.S 14-72 (a) I took $80 worth of stuff. What should I do?

Marjory's answer | Answered on March 26, 2018

I assume you are under 16 and charged as a juvenile. Things happen a little differently in juvenile court. The police report goes to the Department...

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How do I obtain a motion to dismiss form for North Carolina?

Marjory's answer | Answered on March 23, 2018

I'm assuming you mean your brother is in jail. If that is the case, then this is not a juvenile matter and your question should be directed to...

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I’m a convicted felon! My daughter is doing heroine! How can I get custody of my granddaughter ?

Marjory's answer | Answered on March 23, 2018

If DSS is involved, has the department removed your granddaughter from the home? Family members have priority when determining placement of...

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What happens to parent rights if a parent is found guilty of intentional child abuse body injury

Marjory's answer | Answered on March 23, 2018

Anything can happen. Mom could be convicted and sent to prison, or she could be found not guilty. The children are under the jurisdiction of...

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Do i need a lawyer or will a public defender be enough?

Marjory's answer | Answered on March 22, 2018

A public defender IS a lawyer and can handle criminal charges and do it well. You will not qualify for an expungement until after the matter is...

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What should I do? I do not want my record ruined. I was charged with misdemeanor child abuse.

Marjory's answer | Answered on March 22, 2018

This issue is a "hot button" topic, and the police may be under orders to push charges of child abuse through. And "child abuse" has different...

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What can I expect from now til the next court date?

Marjory's answer | Answered on March 16, 2018

There are too many variables for someone to answer your question. I assume you have your lawyer's contact information, so I would advise you to...

Marjory J. Timothy's Answers (733)

What can I expect from U.S. Customs while traveling with an arrest record?

Can I be charged with underage consumption of alcohol?

HHow does a grandparent living in North Carolina become a legal guardian of a grandchild in Arkansas foster care?

I am charged with a G.S 14-72 (a) I took $80 worth of stuff. What should I do?

How do I obtain a motion to dismiss form for North Carolina?

I’m a convicted felon! My daughter is doing heroine! How can I get custody of my granddaughter ?

What happens to parent rights if a parent is found guilty of intentional child abuse body injury

Do i need a lawyer or will a public defender be enough?

What should I do? I do not want my record ruined. I was charged with misdemeanor child abuse.

What can I expect from now til the next court date?