False arrest case?

You need to hire a lawyer from the county where your case is pending to try to work out a resolution of your case. If you are not a U.S. citizen,...

I'm planning to get married soon in Iowa. I have a significant stock and cash assets, do I need a prenup to protect these?

A prenuptial agreement is permitted in Iowa and is the best way to protect what you bring into the marriage from potential division with your new...

Once you have entered a plea of guilty, you have 45 days from the date of your plea, but not later than 5 days prior to your scheduled sentencing...

What advice do I give my grandson who fathered twins out of wedlock? now that it appears they are separating.

What your grandson needs is a court order establishing his paternity (if he is not on the birth certificate) and establishing the custody,...

1st DUI is the time between when you give up your license(July 1st) and court date(Sept 1) count towards the 180 days?

If your license was suspended for failing the breath test, there will not be an additional period of suspension imposed for the OWI conviction.

My divorce is simple, no assets or debts, it is taken care of, no disputes, no kids. How long should I estimate for trial time?

When there are no kids and you agree on everything, most judges will waive the 90 day waiting period. Iowa Code Section 598.19 requires a finding...

Iowa,burglary 2nd, Is it considered my home if I paid rent ,?

The specific facts relating to your rental arrangement, your right to be present at the residence, etc., may well determine whether your actions...

Could contract hold up in small claims court if one were to violate agreement? Should I file for child custody instead?

You should not sign anything that is drafted by your ex-wife's lawyer without having a lawyer of your own to review it. Many contracts effecting...

Can I change my mind about something in my stipulation that I signed before my divorce is final?

If you communicate to your husband and/or his lawyer your withdrawal of the signed stipulation before your husband signs it, then it is likely that...

What do you follow an existing court order or a motion to change the current order that has not been ruled on yet?

A motion or application to modify custody does not change anything unless and until the court enters an order. If there has been no order changing...