What happens if I get arrested for domestic violence but I get released with no charges filed before a arraignment

Yes, they can wait weeks or months to file if they need or want to. They will not lose the paperwork or forget. You should get an attorney right...

Is the threat of a filing felony charges unless I sell my equity in a business considered extortion?

Here is a link to the statute on extortion, 9A.56.130. I think it would be unlikely on those facts that the State would charge either of you...

I had a licensed, bonded tree professional take down a few trees at a home I recently purchased and a hoop next door was damaged

Just a comment here that your neighbor sounds very unreasonable from your description. It is difficult to imagine a situation where she or he...

What is the legal way to serve child support modification papers in Vancouver, WA?

See RCW 26.09.175(2): "(2)(a) The petitioner shall serve upon the other party the summons, a copy of the petition, and the worksheets in the form...

If work release is ordered by the courts does the county have a choice in whether or not I get it?

There may be a back log of inmates at work release, so they may simply not have room for you. There are also situations where a medical condition...

Can a court appointed GAL be held liable for providing false information in Divorce proceedings?

Witnesses in court proceedings are immune from civil liability for their testimony, including guardian ad litem reports. This is based on the...

My brother never went back to court for his sentencing,left state and now the police want to search the home for him,is this le

If the police have a warrant to search the home, then yes, they can search the home. If they do not have a warrant, they can search the home if...

Do I have the right to access a full report on a situation?

I would start by asking for a copy of the entire report. If they say no, then you can look at other options, such as hiring a lawyer to file a...

Canadian charged in U.S, having trouble meeting a lawyer.

I am sure that many lawyers would meet on non-court days. Just call ahead and check. As for your parole, that is a question that you would have...

I agree with my colleagues. Generally, you need to file your response 11 calendar days before the hearing on a motion for summary judgment, but...