Questions answered by Dawn M. Boyd

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I'm trying to do this Pro Se. I am wanting to write a letter to presiding judge to change venue

Dawn's answer | Answered on August 07, 2014

I agree with my colleagues a judge is duty bound to disregard a letter from you. You need to hire an Indiana attorney to file a motion to dismiss...

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After eviction and foreclosure "mover" sold my personal possessions even though he was court ordered not to. How to recover?

Dawn's answer | Answered on August 07, 2014

Since he sold your property in violation of a court order, you can file a show cause against him for contempt of court and seek damages. Depending...

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Can a mother not divorced just separated from her husband leave Indiana state with her baby ??

Dawn's answer | Answered on August 07, 2014

Relocation cases are very fact sensitive and the outcome can turn on several factors. Is there an existing custody and parenting time order? Is the...

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I had a .01 on a conformation alcohol test and was fired will that employer mark that as a violation on my release forms

Dawn's answer | Answered on August 07, 2014

This is a question you will need to ask your former employer. Indiana is an employment at will state which means an employer can terminate an...

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My employment was terminated. I"ve not been handed any written explanation.

Dawn's answer | Answered on August 07, 2014

I agree with my colleagues above. Given your fact scenario, it is not clear if you have any recourse for the termination itself. Indiana is an...

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Why do I have to go to court to stop child support payments? I thought payments automatically stopped at 19?

Dawn's answer | Answered on August 07, 2014

You do not necessarily have to go to court if you and your ex-husband file a joint stipulation with the court agreeing to terminate the support due...

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I have elderly parents.one of which may enter a nursing home soon,will my other parent lose the house?which is paid for,

Dawn's answer | Answered on August 07, 2014

I would advise you to discuss this matter with an attorney who specializes in Trusts and Estate Planning to further discuss the facts and...

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Is it possible to get more visitation ib custody court if the custodial parent is in noncompliance with the court order?

Dawn's answer | Answered on August 07, 2014

Parenting time and custody issues are determined by the facts and circumstances of each case. You have not indicated the specific provisions of...

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Can I adopt my girlfriend's children, prior to us being married?

Dawn's answer | Answered on August 07, 2014

Absent marriage, you cannot adopt your girlfriend's children without terminating her parental rights. You will need to first marry and then...

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We married 41 yrs ago. License spelled last name without the "e". Didn't know had an "e" until retired.

Dawn's answer | Answered on August 07, 2014

A misspelling on a marriage license will not invalidate a marriage nor should it preclude you from obtaining a driver's license. I am not sure I...

Dawn M. Boyd's Answers (354)

I'm trying to do this Pro Se. I am wanting to write a letter to presiding judge to change venue

After eviction and foreclosure "mover" sold my personal possessions even though he was court ordered not to. How to recover?

Can a mother not divorced just separated from her husband leave Indiana state with her baby ??

I had a .01 on a conformation alcohol test and was fired will that employer mark that as a violation on my release forms

My employment was terminated. I"ve not been handed any written explanation.

Why do I have to go to court to stop child support payments? I thought payments automatically stopped at 19?

I have elderly parents.one of which may enter a nursing home soon,will my other parent lose the house?which is paid for,

Is it possible to get more visitation ib custody court if the custodial parent is in noncompliance with the court order?

Can I adopt my girlfriend's children, prior to us being married?

We married 41 yrs ago. License spelled last name without the "e". Didn't know had an "e" until retired.