How much time do u spend in jail for a no tolerance probation violation.

Usually you will get all of your previously suspended time to serve. However, sometimes a skilled attorney can get you less time or, in some cases,...

No she will not be able to make up her parenting time. The parenting time schedule will resume as normal once she is released.

How is it possible for him to be able to do that, and what can we do about this?

Both your girlfriend and the father need to follow the order of the court. If one of them is not following the order, then they can be held in...

It depends. If it's a civil no contact order, two years. If it's a no contact order attached to a criminal case, it can last for the duration of...

Since my daughter has turned 21, am I still obligated to pay the expenses?

Yes. You can be ordered to pay college expenses past the age of emancipation under certain circumstances.

You are going to want to bring this to the courts attention by filling a motion with the court. A parent should not be disparaging to their child...

How do I stop my sons mother from abusing the child support system?

Child support and visitation are two separate issues under the law. So even if you aren't up to date in your child support payments your sons...

Can the "grandfather" be denied temporary custody simply based on the fact he is not blood related?

If a child alleged to be a child in need of services is placed out of the home then CPS must consider placing the child with a suitable and...

Do I need a lawyer present if I'm going to plead guilty? What is going to happen in court?

You do not need a lawyer to plead guilty. However, a class A misdemeanor in Indiana can carry up to a maximum year in jail and up to a $5,000 fine....

What is a family according to Indiana State Laws

If a child alleged to be a child in need of services is placed out of the home then CPS (or DCS) must consider placing the child with a suitable...