Typically, a no contact order can only be altered by the court that entered the order. Your husband would need to file a petition to alter the...

What's the maximum number of days a county jail in Tennessee can hold a prisoner wanted in the state of ky?

Although Tennessee's extradition law has no time limit, federal law (18 U.S.C. § 3182) provides that, if the demanding state's agent does not...

It is legally permissible, and essentially depends on the attitude of the prosecutor toward the case. Keep in mind that failure to appear on such a...

What is subpoena of duces tecum and how can the prosecution get away with it?

A subpoena duces tecum allows a party to require a person or entity to produce documents or other tangible evidence (e.g., medical or business...

Can I be charged with perjury and filing a false report on the same statement?

The question is not whether you can be charged, but whether you can be convicted. To be guilty of perjury, the statement must have been made under...

How to locate lawyers office that may have created a friends will?

I keep copies of all the wills I have prepared, but some attorneys may not. One option is to call all of the attorneys in your town, but that may...

17 yr old kid thinks no one can hit him cause hes under age?

I would counsel you to avoid undertaking any act that could be construed as an assault (see Tennessee Code Annotated § 39-13-101), and to generally...

Is there a statue of limitations when you must file for Order of Protection in TN? Victim has current Military Protective Order

I assume you are asking how long the alleged victim has to file a petition after the alleged conduct. If there is no specific statute of limitation...