Questions answered by Betty Elaine Jones

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Is my x husband in the wrong for refusing me to talk to my son even though it's court ordered?

Betty's answer | Answered on June 27, 2014

I agree with Attorney Garcia, you need to take your Final Judgment to a local family law attorney and have them review and advise you. Good...

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When do you normally find out if you qualify for diversion programs?

Betty's answer | Answered on June 27, 2014

I agree with Attorney Randall that if you retain an attorney, they will be speaking with the prosecutor immediately about a diversion program. If...

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Step-Parent adoption in Florida?

Betty's answer | Answered on June 26, 2014

If a step=parent adopts a child, it legally severs the blood line between the biological father and child and the father as no more rights and no...

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Will my child be returned?! My ex took him out of state and won't even let me speak with him, keeps changing her phone #. HELP!

Betty's answer | Answered on June 26, 2014

I agree with Attorney De Groot, you have an attorney and you probably pay him good money. Make him earn it address all your questions to him. He...

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Do I need consent to change my son's last name? Father is on BC but not involved at all. Not even child support.

Betty's answer | Answered on June 26, 2014

Because it is the law in the state of Florida. Sincerely, B. Elaine Jones, Esq.

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Sealing/expunging Questions

Betty's answer | Answered on June 25, 2014

I agree with Attorney Palmeri, you will need to Petition the Court for Expungment of the charges after you complete all of the pre-trial...

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If I get caught with k2 while on house arrest can I still go to jail?

Betty's answer | Answered on June 25, 2014

I am pretty sure that K2 is illegal in the county in which you reside if you live in Winter Haven. Most counties in Florida have made the K2 and...

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Please help! What can i say in court if i was charged with battery domestic violence?

Betty's answer | Answered on June 25, 2014

I agree that you should retain an attorney to assist you with this case. Most AVVO attorneys offer a free initial consultation. Good...

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Two parents share custody of a child, both consented & began therapy for child, and one parent now revokes his consent.

Betty's answer | Answered on June 24, 2014

If your ex is not willing to agree to continuing the therapy, you will have to file a motion for the continued therapy with the Court. Recite that...

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How can I get divorced, custody and child support from a civilian military worker overseas?

Betty's answer | Answered on June 24, 2014

I agree with Attorney Weschler and she is in Orlando. You should contact her and go in for a consultation to see if she can help you. Good...

Betty Elaine Jones's Answers (5139)

Is my x husband in the wrong for refusing me to talk to my son even though it's court ordered?

When do you normally find out if you qualify for diversion programs?

Step-Parent adoption in Florida?

Will my child be returned?! My ex took him out of state and won't even let me speak with him, keeps changing her phone #. HELP!

Do I need consent to change my son's last name? Father is on BC but not involved at all. Not even child support.

Sealing/expunging Questions

If I get caught with k2 while on house arrest can I still go to jail?

Please help! What can i say in court if i was charged with battery domestic violence?

Two parents share custody of a child, both consented & began therapy for child, and one parent now revokes his consent.

How can I get divorced, custody and child support from a civilian military worker overseas?