What are the consequences of failing a drug screening while on pretrial diversion?

A failed drug screen will result in the original charges being brought back before the court. Pretrial diversion will be revoked, and you will...

Is there a legal document that would allow me to make decisions on behalf of my niece & nephew while they are in my care?

I agree with Mr. Ashman, as guardianship should take care of what you are looking to do. Your sister can sign a consent for this, and you would...

My step son is 17 and quit school a year ago. He has not gotten his GED either. Can we have CS stopped?

The law requires a person paying child support to continue paying until a child reaches the age of 18, marries, dies, becomes self supporting or,...

I have primary legal & physical custody of my boys. Can I petition for a name change of a minor?

As the custodial parent, you can petition the court for a name change. However, you will have to serve your ex with a copy of the petition and he...

What can i do to get my daughters father to bring her home? i tried to issue a warrant but they would not do it.

If you and he were never married, and he has never been granted custody rights by a Judge, he has no legal rights. See my prior response to your...

The father has no obligation to pay anything until the child is born, and after the child is born he can only be made to pay support. The support...

What are my chances of getting sole custody of my 2 year old child?

Gaining primary physical custody for a father is still an uphill battle in most jurisdictions. That being said, her prior conviction and potential...

Am I able to gain custody or legal guardian of my two little sisters?

If she is willing to consent to your guardianship, you can obtain guardianship of them fairly easily. If she will not, you will need to hire an...

Can I file some type of paper work without my lawyer to get my DUI case dismissed, before my License expire on my Birthday?

Please see my response to your previous question. As to filing something with the court without your lawyer, a Judge will not consider anything...

Can I file a motion of contempt when ex spouse is overseas?

Filing it is no problem, as that is done in the county where the order was entered. Serving him may be a problem, and a Judge may be hesitant to...