Questions answered by J. Matthew Catchick Jr.

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I recieved a property ordinance violation ticket, but did not own the property. Was my conviction legal?

J.'s answer | Answered on March 27, 2013

You should never have pled no contest to the offense if it wasn't your property. However, depending on your criminal record, you may still be able...

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Is it legal for cops in michigan to search a vehicle without owners consent due to improper registration, before it is towed?

J.'s answer | Answered on March 27, 2013

The way the police get around the 4th amendment in your case is that the search of your car is labeled an "inventory search," allegedly to protect...

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Child Custody Father's Criminal History (Ohio Resident) bearing on custody with Single Mother (Michigan Resident)

J.'s answer | Answered on March 27, 2013

The father's Ohio criminal record is DEFINITELY a factor to consider when determining the Michigan child custody case. The mother should ASAP hire...

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Name change with Wayne County, Michigan FOC.

J.'s answer | Answered on March 27, 2013

With the extremely overburdened and understaffed Wayne FOC, I would personally travel down to their offices at the Penobscot building first thing...

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How old does a child have to be to decide on their own where they want and can live?

J.'s answer | Answered on March 27, 2013

The youngest one can be before filing a Petition requesting Emancipation with the court is 16. Look up "MCL 722.4a" on-line to see all the factors...

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How does child custody work in Michigan?

J.'s answer | Answered on March 27, 2013

Assuming the mother is not married to any one else (which creates a host of legal issues), you first need to establish your Paternity -- the...

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How can they do this a year later, OWPD reassigned

J.'s answer | Answered on March 27, 2013

Yes it is. The delay likely resulted from the extreme backlog at the blood test labs in Lansing. You've done the best thing possible by hiring a...

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If I can prove that my father faked his death what type of lawyer should I contact and what are my options?

J.'s answer | Answered on March 27, 2013

Find a New Mexico-based lawyer through AVVO, and consult with them. Tell them what you have (the death certificate), and what you want (to confirm...

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My girlfriend is 17 and adopted, can she move out without her parents consent?

J.'s answer | Answered on March 27, 2013

She will have to file a petition with the court to seek Emancipation. She should consult with an experienced Family Law lawyer like to myself to...

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I called the police on my husband

J.'s answer | Answered on March 27, 2013

Hire your own lawyer ASAP to serve as a buffer between you and the prosecutor. Prosecutor's HATE it when domestic violence victims "change their...

J. Matthew Catchick Jr.'s Answers (1831)

I recieved a property ordinance violation ticket, but did not own the property. Was my conviction legal?

Is it legal for cops in michigan to search a vehicle without owners consent due to improper registration, before it is towed?

Child Custody Father's Criminal History (Ohio Resident) bearing on custody with Single Mother (Michigan Resident)

Name change with Wayne County, Michigan FOC.

How old does a child have to be to decide on their own where they want and can live?

How does child custody work in Michigan?

How can they do this a year later, OWPD reassigned

If I can prove that my father faked his death what type of lawyer should I contact and what are my options?

My girlfriend is 17 and adopted, can she move out without her parents consent?

I called the police on my husband