Arraignment is a formal step in the criminal prosecution procedure wherein the defendant enters a plea of guilty or not guilty. Many jurisdictions...

At my first court appearance, the D.A said my case was "Further Notice to Accused." Does this classify as a pending case?

I'm not sure what "Further Notice to Accused" means. I've never heard that expression used. But based on the last sentence of your question, it...

I am filing an application for Writ of Habeas Corpus. Do I use the same form I would use if incarcerated? In whose custody am I?

Habeas Corpus is an extremely complex area of criminal law. It has countless procedural and substantive mind fields that even very good criminal...

Your question has two aspects: criminal liability and civil liability. Under the traffic offense statutes, generally if you rear end someone,...

Is it possible to get a Theft by Taking Offense- Nolo Contendere removed if it happen over 7 years ago and its the only charge?

If you pleaded nolo, it is very doubtful that you will be able to get the conviction off your record. However, under the new "restricted access"...

Can a non parent get custody of me?

Only if either your parents agree or the people who are taking you in file a lawsuit to terminate your parent's parental rights and win.

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Child Custody Question!

Your situation is quite complex from a legal standpoint. It sounds like you were not married at any time when any of the children were born. You...

How can I legally change my last name back to my maiden name?

I agree with Mr. Ashman. You should be much more concerned with protecting your rights in the marriage/divorce than going back to your maiden name...

My daughter has been in custody for eight years she has been fight for her life for the last two year tonight she try to

I'm afraid your question doesn't have enough information to provide an answer. How old is your daughter? Where is she in custody? Why is she in...

Can a parolee be banned from a residence cohabited with his wife because of heresay?

As Mr. Issa indicated, if your husband's conditions of probation prohibit him from having contact with you or residing with you, then the P.O. was...