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Was on two probation I didn't have a job one of the probation expired and the second one did to but I didn't pay

Jennifer's answer | Answered on October 13, 2015

Time on probation tolls (stops) once a warrant is issued. More than likely the warrant was issued while there was still time left on the probation....

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Can a charge of aggravated assault in a domestic violence case be dismissed if the victim asks for it to the prosecution?

Jennifer's answer | Answered on October 13, 2015

It depends on several factors including seriousness of the facts and injuries, prior convictions/arrests/problems between the two of you that have...

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My custody agreement states that I cannot have an overnight guest of the opposite sex, how does this impact new engagement?

Jennifer's answer | Answered on October 13, 2015

Your options are to get married and live together, be engaged but not live together or seek to modify the custody agreement which can take months...

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Can my children's dad take the kids from me?

Jennifer's answer | Answered on September 06, 2015

Do not forgo child support bc you are afraid he will take your children. Talk to a lawyer ASAP to properly handle all the issues that may affect...

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Do I need to file evidence in a custody proceeding, or could just present the evidence at the hearing?

Jennifer's answer | Answered on September 06, 2015

You should speak with other attorneys-not all require $3k down. But you should be represented by a lawyer if you're serious about prevailing at the...

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My husband violated probation for failure to appear for the second time, he's on probation for traffic citations

Jennifer's answer | Answered on September 02, 2015

Maybe-whether he serves time in jail depends on MANY different factors. It can range from the warrant being recalled and not getting arrested on it...

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Does my case sound very serious? Will I have to serve a lot of time? Will I get a bond?

Jennifer's answer | Answered on September 01, 2015

You could serve time in jail, ordered to pay more fines, more CS, etc-so yes, it's serious. You definitely need a lawyer to help you negotiate with...

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If my husband and I separated and then I caught him cheating is that considered adultery in the eyes of the law?

Jennifer's answer | Answered on September 01, 2015

It is but it doesn't automatically impact the divorce and/or custody. Consult with a family lawyer about your specific circumstances.

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Change jurisdiction from ny to ga. Custody visitation and child support granted in ny in 2010 but i lived in ga for 6 yrs

Jennifer's answer | Answered on August 31, 2015

Are you trying to recover child support arrears based on an order from NY?

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I need an experienced trial attorney for a simple battery family violence case of which I'm innocent. How do I choose one?

Jennifer's answer | Answered on August 30, 2015

There are many experienced attorneys on this site. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Atlanta and review the profiles.

Jennifer Snyder Adams's Answers (450)

Was on two probation I didn't have a job one of the probation expired and the second one did to but I didn't pay

Can a charge of aggravated assault in a domestic violence case be dismissed if the victim asks for it to the prosecution?

My custody agreement states that I cannot have an overnight guest of the opposite sex, how does this impact new engagement?

Can my children's dad take the kids from me?

Do I need to file evidence in a custody proceeding, or could just present the evidence at the hearing?

My husband violated probation for failure to appear for the second time, he's on probation for traffic citations

Does my case sound very serious? Will I have to serve a lot of time? Will I get a bond?

If my husband and I separated and then I caught him cheating is that considered adultery in the eyes of the law?

Change jurisdiction from ny to ga. Custody visitation and child support granted in ny in 2010 but i lived in ga for 6 yrs

I need an experienced trial attorney for a simple battery family violence case of which I'm innocent. How do I choose one?