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When my boyfriend got arrested I stated I did not wanna press charges they still took him into custody anyways can they do that?
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Answered on May 27, 2019
Yes. Contrary to popular belief, only a prosecutor may press charges or dismiss charges. They may do so if there is evidence of a crime regardless...
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Can i sue my stepmother for verbal and physical abuse?
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Answered on May 27, 2019
If there is physical abuse, you ay report it to police who will investigate to determine if criminal charges or child protection involvement is...
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Can I be in trouble here?
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Answered on May 27, 2019
Your post is confusing. However, if your ex girlfriend has requested that you do not contact her, and you have done so by creating a false account,...
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Can i move out from parents and allowed to be survive in my lifestyle? Can my parents complaint or take help of police to take m
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Answered on May 27, 2019
At age 19, so long as there no guardianship in place, you are considered a legal adult and may make your own choices or live where you wish.
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Will a restraining order help?
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Answered on May 27, 2019
Yes, a restraining order would help. However, demonstrating a reasonable fear of harm would require showing why you are afraid and whether threats...
Is there legal protection against Ex partners blackmail/harassment to keep me in a relationship with them?
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Answered on May 27, 2019
Go to a women's shelter or legal aid clinic and they can assist you wit legal information, filing your own restoring order and more.
I was a victim of domestic abuse. Should I file a police report even if I don't want to file for an order of protection?
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Answered on May 27, 2019
If you file a police report and law enforcement believes there is probable cause aa crime has been committed, criminal charges are likely to follow.
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Can I get this lifted?
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Answered on May 27, 2019
If it is a criminal case, the defense attorney can request the no contact order be lifted and you may be able to appear at that hearing to present...
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Legally how long does the prosecutor have when it comes to continuing cases??..1 2 or 3 times?.like how many times LEGALLY
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Answered on May 27, 2019
It depends on why the continuance was requested and the nature of the proceeding. If this is a criminal matter, you may demand a speedy trial. If...
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If the victim do not show up at court for domestic violence will they throw the case out if the person been sitting in jail?
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Answered on May 27, 2019
If it is a criminal case, the answer is maybe. It depends on the nature of the proceeding and the nature of the court appearance. The prosecutor...
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