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If I appeal a 7 day writ of possession a judge gave to a landlord will the landlord still be able to put my things out?
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Answered on March 19, 2015
You must file the appeal before 7 days after the order was entered. You will have to pay the judgment amount plus monthly rent going forward into...
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What will most likely happen in court? I have been arrested once before for destruction of property (writing on a truck).
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Answered on March 18, 2015
A misdemeanor in GA can carry penalties of up to 12 months in jail and a $1000 fine. With your past, the DA/Solicitor is not likely to simply cut...
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If sent to magistrate court and the sheriff's office does not properly serve the defendant, can case be dismissed?
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Answered on March 18, 2015
Leaving the papers in the mailbox is not personal service, nor is it good service. The deputy should have known this. The defendant may have an...
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Hello I am 17 I will be 18 on June,29 will I have to still be having to live with my family even if I am still in high school.
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Answered on March 18, 2015
Just make sure that you complete your high school education.
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I am a single mother of 8 years the non paternal father is being released from prison how do I terminate his rights?
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Answered on March 17, 2015
The other responses are correct. The only way you may terminate his inchoate rights is if you are married and complete a step parent adoption.
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Sister inlaw has given legal guardianship to mother because of child neglect cases with DFCS.children reside with grandmother.
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Answered on March 17, 2015
The short answer is "yes" DFCS can remove the children over a single incident. It may be difficult for the grandmother to defend against DFCS's...
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Rented room in my basement. Tenant in hospital due to medical condition. Rent not paid for march. Remove stuff with consent?
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Answered on March 17, 2015
If he consents to it (in writing) then that should be fine. If you put the items in storage, will you be paying the storage fees and then...
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I am working a foster care plan to get my kids back do I have to stay with my husband to get my kids back?
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Answered on March 17, 2015
I agree with what Ms. Colwell has stated. But it may be an easier road, or one that does not potentially create a problem if you get the kids back...
"Does it make a difference who files for divorce first? Also, what are the disadvantages in filing no-fault?"
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Answered on March 17, 2015
I don't believe it matters in most cases, who files, legally speaking. I suppose some "emotional" reasons may make a difference. The defendant...
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What are emancipation laws and what are rights recieved as an emancipated teen in Georgia?
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Answered on March 17, 2015
Mr. Ashman is correct, it will take longer to become emancipated than the time you have left being 17. Can you get your license? Your drivers...
