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If a husband molested a child in their home can the wife testify against him about what he told her? Alabama law please.
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Answered on January 12, 2012
During the formation of the common law of England, neither husband or wife could testify against the other; both were deemed "incompetent...
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Is it a good idea to plea as a Youthful Offender?
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Answered on January 12, 2012
'Youthful Offender' is a status and not a "plea." See, Code of Alabama, 1975, section 15-19-1 et. seq. Any person aged 18 years but not yet 21...
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Can a one positive drug test while on probation for DUI cause probation to be revoked?
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Answered on January 12, 2012
Under Alabama law, a person covicted of a misdemeanor offense and placed on probation, whether supervised or undersupvised, remain subject to the...
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After filing a motion to set aside a judgment can i get my driver license back
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Answered on January 12, 2012
The filing of the filing of the motion to set aside is insufficient; the court must grant the motion and issue an order setting aside the original...
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Sue the car Manufacturer or dealer for misrepresenting.
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Answered on January 11, 2012
If you purchased this vehicle in the state of Alabama, more likely than not you signed a binding arbitration agreement at the time of purchase....
Is it illegal for a 15 year old and an 18 year old to date, in Alabama?
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Answered on January 11, 2012
You can "date" all you want, but it is a criminal offense in the state of Alabama for any person over the age of 16 to engage in sexual intercourse...
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I have three theft iii charges in al will i have to go to prison
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Answered on January 11, 2012
No, you will not go to prison - Theft 3rd is only a Class A misdemeanor. Prison sentence is only for a convicted felon. The maximum penalty for a...
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Can back problems present a defense for field sobriety test?
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Answered on January 11, 2012
Yes, the standard field sobriety tests (FSTs) are predicated on the tested subject having "normal" physical skills, being within normal weight...
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WHAT CAN I DO TO PROTECT MY KIDS FROM BEING FINANCIALLY NEGLECTED? Where do I start and is there anything I can do from Alabama?
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Answered on January 10, 2012
The state of Kentucky has entered a child support order that must be enforced in the state of Alabama. The state of Alabama cannot refuse or fail...
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I have 3 DUI charges when I lived in FL I lost my license for 10yrs. 2 years ago I moved to AL.Can I get my license back sooner
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Answered on January 10, 2012
You may be eligible for a 'Welch hearing.' This is an administrative process that must be filed with the Alabama Department of Public Safety. Your...