Questions answered by Michael John O'Hagan

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What options do you have when a habeas is denied?

Michael's answer | Answered on February 21, 2014

Agreed with Mr Yeargan. However, without seeing the entire case file and transcript, its impossible to say that counsel was ineffective.

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How much time will a person get if they have a probation violation and have been on house arrest?

Michael's answer | Answered on February 21, 2014

Hire an attorney to start facilitating resolving the terms of an agreement to get him out as soon as possible once he goes in. Although they are...

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Can a probation officer release someone after being arrested for a technical violation?

Michael's answer | Answered on February 21, 2014

In the hands of the judge. If you want to pay his fines, that may assist at the revocation hearing, and it will be one less thing to be violated...

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My home was searched recently by undercover police vary little was found they said they will charge me later can they do that

Michael's answer | Answered on February 21, 2014

As an ex-police officer, no good comes from talking to the police. Hire and attorney and do not talk to the police.

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Should I try to get a lawyer or use public defender?

Michael's answer | Answered on February 21, 2014

I agree with my fellow members of the bar, but particularly Mr Pines - if you keep paying for him, he's gonna keep screwing up. At some point, he...

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What do i need to do to get full custody of my child

Michael's answer | Answered on February 21, 2014

Right now you have full custody. He has no rights until he files for legitimation. "I signed the birth certificate," equates to he acknowledges the...

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What do I need to file for a divorce in GA, husband is in Egypt ? Can i start a divorce in GA with an open case in Egypt ?

Michael's answer | Answered on February 21, 2014

I have dealt with this type issue in the past, and they aren't terribly difficult, but they can be a tremendous hassle. Sit down with an attorney...

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My citizenship

Michael's answer | Answered on February 21, 2014

Consult immigration counsel, repost your question under that legal area. Attorneys who specialize in that area are in the best position to provide...

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My girlfriend has a violation of probation put against her.We both think probation has gotten info messed up! Can she appeal

Michael's answer | Answered on February 20, 2014

The way to challenge it is go to court and have evidence to preset that you didn't move. Bills, bank statements, etc. with her name and address...

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Do the designations of the parties to a civil action remain the same in a Motion to Set Aside the CourtOrder in a disposed case?

Michael's answer | Answered on February 20, 2014

Consult an attorney to analyze the facts/circumstances behind setting the divorce aside, but I agree with my fellow members of the bar, it is...

Michael John O'Hagan's Answers (958)

What options do you have when a habeas is denied?

How much time will a person get if they have a probation violation and have been on house arrest?

Can a probation officer release someone after being arrested for a technical violation?

My home was searched recently by undercover police vary little was found they said they will charge me later can they do that

Should I try to get a lawyer or use public defender?

What do i need to do to get full custody of my child

What do I need to file for a divorce in GA, husband is in Egypt ? Can i start a divorce in GA with an open case in Egypt ?

My citizenship

My girlfriend has a violation of probation put against her.We both think probation has gotten info messed up! Can she appeal

Do the designations of the parties to a civil action remain the same in a Motion to Set Aside the CourtOrder in a disposed case?