If I'm going to court to press charges against someone who sexually assaulted me, what determines who will witness the trial?

To report a sexual assault contact a law enforcement agency such as your local sheriff’s or police department. From there, an investigation will be...

Do I need a lawyer for spitting on someone?

I’d get an attorney unless you are alright with having a misdemeanor conviction on your record. I can’t promise an attorney would be able to get...

16 is the age of consent but there could be other factors which would make it illegal. For example, if you are in a position of authority over her,...

You must appear when you are subpoenaed. Otherwise, you can be held in contempt.

How do I get a court appointed lawyer?

Is your court date for your arraignment? At an arraignment, the judge will inform you of the charges against you, your rights, including the right...

I have guardianship of my Grand daughter. How do I get full custody through adoption?

You will only be able to adopt if the parents rights are terminated by the court or if the parents voluntarily release their rights. Is the abuse...

Don’t be silly. I’m sure one of your probation requirements is that you don’t break any laws. Assault and battery is a crime. Yes, you would...

The age of majority is 18. You are subject to your parents rules until then. But there really is nothing that can be done if you leave home unless...

I'm a federal Officer who was issued a first time letter of Counseling for 18mos?

This sounds like a labor and employment type of question. I’m going to move it to Wrongful Termination which seems to be the closest category and...

It really depends on other facts. Was the victim subpoenaed to be at the prelim? If so, why did they not appear? The prosecutor only has to show...