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Can I be served w/ a VoP after the probation has ended? The warrant was issued while I was on probation but the prob is up now.

Matthew's answer | Answered on June 30, 2015

If the violation occurred while you were on probation, they can still bring you back (even if the probation is now over). They cannot toll probation.

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I have a tenant who did not pay rent for 7 month , now she is back to get her staff and she claim she is missing her staff?

Matthew's answer | Answered on June 30, 2015

I would ignore her. Sounds like she will have to file a lawsuit if she thinks you owe her money. Best of luck!

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What paperwork and process do I need to use to have firearms returned

Matthew's answer | Answered on June 30, 2015

Go to the Sheriff's Department and ask for the return of your possessions. If they do not give them back, hire a local defense attorney to get a...

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What't the legal definition of burglary in North Carolina?

Matthew's answer | Answered on June 30, 2015

In North Carolina, burglary is defined in two categories; first and second degree burglary. In essence, you have to break or enter a building of...

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Do I qualify for deferred prosecution for my second charge if my first charge was simply dismissed with no stipulations?

Matthew's answer | Answered on June 30, 2015

You will still qualify for deferred prosecution. Hire a lawyer. Do not do a 90-96 if deferred prosecution is available to you. If you enrol in...

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How many years will someone face having 3 felonies EACH of breaking and entering,larceny and possesion of stolen goods in NC?

Matthew's answer | Answered on June 29, 2015

I didn't read the other attorney's answers because I assume it is going to be the same as mine. It depends on the person's prior criminal history....

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What should i do if my husband now wants to adopt my little girl but her dad is in prison?

Matthew's answer | Answered on June 29, 2015

You can try to do this on your own, but you are going to have a really hard time making it work. I suggest hiring an attorney. Your biggest...

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What is gonna be enough?

Matthew's answer | Answered on June 29, 2015

If the custody ORDER is signed by a judge and is specific, you should have an enforceable case. If he has a lawyer and you do not, you are going...

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My niece took her car to a local dealer to have it serviced, A salesman talked her into buying another car.

Matthew's answer | Answered on June 29, 2015

Sounds like you are going to need a civil attorney (or your niece will). This doesn't sound like a promising case for victory. Best of luck!

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I recently had my car towed by landlord without warning. How would I go about addressing the issue?

Matthew's answer | Answered on June 29, 2015

Read your lease. If you have a case, file a claim in small claims court. Best of luck!