Can my friend get into trouble?

It's possible, but probably not very likely, under the circumstances you describe. You should advise Matthew that he shouldn't do something like...

Defamination question

Before you worry about a civil lawsuit, you need to report the threats to police. That's a criminal offense.

Can i somehow opt to just do my time in prison as opposed to doing lifetime probation?

Probation is considered a means to reduce the chance you will reoffend. Statistically, sex offenders are the most likely to reoffend, so many...

First, you have to understand that you can't sue someone for "emotional distress" directly. Emotional distress is simply one category of the...

Arizona, like nearly every other state, is an "at-will" employment state. That means, unless you have an employment contract that says otherwise,...

Legal to use a Mutual Release upon a separation of a employment in Virginia? When to pay employee if not signed immediately?

No, you may NOT withhold the final paycheck if the employee refuses to sign the agreement. That money has already been earned by the employee, and...

In addition to what Mr. Babcock said, there are a number of records that have to be included with the Petition to Expunge. Getting those records...

What do I do

Get in touch with a criminal defense attorney immediately, and STOP POSTING POSSIBLY-INCRIMINATING STATEMENTS ON PUBLIC WEBSITES LIKE THIS ONE. ...

I don't wish to testify against my husband in a DV case, how do I do so?

In addition to what Mr. Hand said, you should consider the fact that whether you agree or not, your husband committed a crime. Acknowledging that...

How can I stop the constant harassment by NISCOURCE? Friday, they showed up uninvited. The police office came again today!!

First, I'm sorry for your heart attack. I've been there and done that. HOWEVER, based on the information you provided, it doesn't sound as...