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Help, my husband needs a criminal lawyer we dont qualify for a free one but cant afford one what do we do

Barry's answer | Answered on April 28, 2013

There are two primary ways to get a lawyer in a criminal case. If you cannot afford one, the court will appoint one. If you CAN afford an attorney,...

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I feel like my rights have been violated by the pharmacist at my local Walgreens.

Barry's answer | Answered on April 28, 2013

Your actions fit the pattern of drug-seeking behavior, even if you were not seeking drugs to abuse. All caregivers and medical practitioners have...

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This is my first petty theft offense, should I hire an an attorney or just go with a public defender?

Barry's answer | Answered on April 28, 2013

I have no idea what you mean by "there were no senors." A public defender will be very experienced in handling retail fraud cases. Particularly in...

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Said to cop that I didn't steal something but that I borrowed it w/intention of giving it back - is that an admission of guilt?

Barry's answer | Answered on April 28, 2013

It is a confession, in part. Hire an attorney. If you are charged, and cannot afford an attorney, ask the court to appoint one for you. By hiring...

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Can you be kept against your will in a psychiatric hospital or have rights?

Barry's answer | Answered on April 28, 2013

Your friend can retain counsel, who can review the situation in detail and seek his release if indicated. Having backup outpatient care lined up...

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I cannot find anything newer than 3 years ago: Does Michigan law require medical offices to retain copies of each patients DL?

Barry's answer | Answered on April 28, 2013

I can find no specific requirement, but medical providers are well advised to document identity, just as they do coverage. Best that it we written...

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If someone sees a psychologist for personal reasons, such as a terminal illness, does that classify them as mentally disabled?

Barry's answer | Answered on April 26, 2013

Anyone facing terminal illness would be wise to consider counselling,especially as to family. The situation is innately stressful, the highest...

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Will my husband be charged if he committed a crime while he was mentally unstable and delusional ?

Barry's answer | Answered on April 25, 2013

As noted in my answer to your similar question, "He can be charged with a crime, no matter what. His defense attorney can raise the mental health...

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Will my husband be charged if he committed a crime while he was mentally unstable ?

Barry's answer | Answered on April 25, 2013

He can be charged with a crime, no matter what. His defense attorney can raise the mental health issues either to convince the prosecutor to...

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How long does divorce take

Barry's answer | Answered on April 24, 2013

Tell your attorney you would like to move more quickly, and ask how long things might take. There is a 6 month wait in DM (children) cases, but it...

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Help, my husband needs a criminal lawyer we dont qualify for a free one but cant afford one what do we do

I feel like my rights have been violated by the pharmacist at my local Walgreens.

This is my first petty theft offense, should I hire an an attorney or just go with a public defender?

Said to cop that I didn't steal something but that I borrowed it w/intention of giving it back - is that an admission of guilt?

Can you be kept against your will in a psychiatric hospital or have rights?

I cannot find anything newer than 3 years ago: Does Michigan law require medical offices to retain copies of each patients DL?

If someone sees a psychologist for personal reasons, such as a terminal illness, does that classify them as mentally disabled?

Will my husband be charged if he committed a crime while he was mentally unstable and delusional ?

Will my husband be charged if he committed a crime while he was mentally unstable ?

How long does divorce take