Can what a Magistrate says in a ruling be considered slanderous?

Magistrates as judicial officers are cloaked in judicial immunity. It's only a qualified privilege, but in order to sue, you would have to prove...

How do I file for discovery in Ohio juvenile family court with Children's Services involved?

If Children Services is on your side, great! That means the prosecutor's office, which technically represents the state, will be on your side at...

Can my daughter appeal sentence?

Your daughter has a constitutional right to a first appeal, whether the convictions were by trial or plea. She had 30 days to appeal, so she needs...

What does this mean,in layman's terms ?

The Ohio Supreme Court's Bodyke decision in 2009 does not permit the Attorney General to attempt to reclassify sex offenders under the stricter...

Appeal after Plea Bargain

Sorry to hear about your fiance's experience. It's a story I've heard before unfortunately. If he just pled, he can file a motion to withdraw...

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What does it means in an criminal appeals case: It is ordered that the appellant recover appelle his costs herein taxed?

No. Appeals courts are required to award costs to the prevailing party under Appellate Rule 24, but that doesn't mean attorney fees and expenses. ...

The lawyer is right. Rule 1.8(e) of the Ohio Rules of Professional Conduct provides generally that a lawyer shall not provide financial assistance...

How much can I sue for when my ex boyfriend moves out?

You absolutely can sue your ex-boyfriend for the bills he skipped out on. Small claims court is an easy way to do that. You can represent...

If charges are dismissed without predjudice what is the time frame that the prosecution have to refile the charges

The state would have the balance of the applicable statute of limitations to re-file charges. However, the defendant also has a constitutional and...

Whats the penalty for lying to the cops about who shot me?

The person could be charged with obstructing official business which, if it creates a risk of physical harm to a person, is a felony of the fifth...