Are you supposed to be offered a public defender before going to court for a MIP ticket ?

Hi, thanks for your question (s). 1. The court only has to appoint an attorney for a defendant if the court would have a potential jail...

Hi, thanks for your question. Answer: it really depends on a lot of things. How willing is each side to negotiate? It sounds as if you are...

What am I looking at for trouble with my 2nd embezzlement charge?

Hi, thanks for your question. First, I suggest you consult privately with an attorney, as its dangerous to make a statement online about a...

Can I get married and my spouse adopt my child?

Hi, thanks for your question. You can have your new spouse, once you are married, petition the court to adopt the child if the biological parent...

Who can I find out if I was in his will or do I fit in the common law married?

Hi, thanks for your question. Michigan has not recognized "common law" marriages since 1957. So although you were together for a while, the law...

Will my son's father get overnight visits right away after only having 2 hours of supervised visits every other weekend?

Hi, thanks for your question. He still has to complete what is in the current order, and then file the request to have his time expanded. It...

Can I take a pawn shop to small claims?

Hi, thanks for your question. Yes, small claims is where your lawsuit would start, as the claim is below the limit for district court (which...

Hi, thanks for your question. Sorry to hear you are dealing with this. You can try to sue the police department, but the likelihood that you'd...

Hi, thanks for your question. Any changes to residence, employment, etc should be reported to your probation officer, and all other terms of...

How do I get my ex husband to sign the quit claim deed that he was supposed to sign over a year ago?

Hi, thanks for your question. Mr. Powe's advice is correct. If the JOD requires him to transfer his interest in the property to you, then it is...