Questions answered by Hope Wood

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Can they still charge no insurance if the reason they pulled you over turns out to be invalid? Ie; just saying I was speeding

Hope's answer | Answered on May 26, 2015

Take your ticket(s) to a criminal law attorney for a consultation on what to do - it is hard to advise without seeing the specific citation. A...

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If I shoplifted at a dollar general n was caught the lady working asked for the items back I gave them to her n she told me to l

Hope's answer | Answered on May 26, 2015

It is still theft, even if you returned the items. The police may or may not chose to prosecute and charge you with a crime.

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Ex got caught forging pay-stubs to get free day care assistance but DHS wont lower child support amount, why???

Hope's answer | Answered on May 26, 2015

The first place to look would be the divorce decree. Was the child support ordered through the decree or as a separate action through DHS prior to...

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What date would be used to determine the date in Iowa Code 562A.12 Sec 3?

Hope's answer | Answered on May 26, 2015

The facts are a little confusing because you said you have an extension through May 31 but you vacated as written on May 1. The termination of...

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How could I go about getting visitation for my little brothers.

Hope's answer | Answered on May 26, 2015

There are a lot of facts needed for a complete answer to this question and the complexity goes beyond the scope of this forum For example - are...

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What can I do to change or try to change my termonation of my child

Hope's answer | Answered on May 21, 2015

This is best addressed by an attorney. There are very specific proceedings for terminating your parental rights. Seek out a family or juvenile...

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Will a text message admitting payment will be made to me hold in court?

Hope's answer | Answered on May 20, 2015

Stop working if you aren't getting paid. Try to work it out with the person after he/she gets back into town. It probably isn't top of his/her...

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Would it be difficult to get custody of the child?

Hope's answer | Answered on May 20, 2015

Talk with an attorney about the circumstances. If there is no court ordered decree of custody and visitation, that is something an attorney can...

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Can I get my recent case dismissed if notice wasn't properly served and judgment defaulted due to that on the case prior to it?

Hope's answer | Answered on May 20, 2015

I would take all the documents you have to an attorney specialized in debt collection. There are specific procedures for getting a judgment on a...

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Should I find a divorce, family or someone who has expertise in both fields.

Hope's answer | Answered on May 07, 2015

It would be rare for a family law attorney to do custody or child support and not divorce. If you know you want joint custody, hire an attorney...

Hope Wood's Answers (148)

Can they still charge no insurance if the reason they pulled you over turns out to be invalid? Ie; just saying I was speeding

If I shoplifted at a dollar general n was caught the lady working asked for the items back I gave them to her n she told me to l

Ex got caught forging pay-stubs to get free day care assistance but DHS wont lower child support amount, why???

What date would be used to determine the date in Iowa Code 562A.12 Sec 3?

How could I go about getting visitation for my little brothers.

What can I do to change or try to change my termonation of my child

Will a text message admitting payment will be made to me hold in court?

Would it be difficult to get custody of the child?

Can I get my recent case dismissed if notice wasn't properly served and judgment defaulted due to that on the case prior to it?

Should I find a divorce, family or someone who has expertise in both fields.