What kind of charge for fifth degree assault?

I am not sure I understand the question. There are many degrees of severity for an assault. The degree depends on the facts of the case and the...

How would my husband take his ex wife into court because she is mentally unstable to care for the children?

The answer would require a deeper dive into the history of the case and the current issues. However, a change of custody starts by filing a motion...

Why did my criminal case go from trial by jury phase back to pretrial omnibus phase?

If you failed to appear for a hearing or trial, the pretrial may be a hearing to regroup and re-set the matter for trial. You would be wise, of...

Can I relocate within the state with a joint custody agreement?

There are no restrictions under law for relocating within the state. That means it does not require consent of the other parent or a court order. ...

What happens now? will they charge me? Can I say it was self defense?

The first thing you do is retain an experienced criminal defense lawyer. The charge is very serious. Only a prosecutor can press charges. They...

What if someone trespasses on my property after being told to stay off?

If there is no court ordered parenting time, there can be no contempt. A case worker cannot provide legal advice, however. If the other parent...

Should I file an appeal?

If you don't have a lawyer, you should. How you prepare and present the facts of the case can be critical and a misstep can result in an Order...

During a divorce is it a conflict of interest to discuss anything with your soon to be ex mother in law?

A Conflict of Interest in a legal sense is an issue for professionals who are retained in a case. Your mother - in law is not such a professional....

What is the Statute Number for the former Minnesota Age of Consent for Homosexual Conduct Statute?

I don't believe the article or the former law refers to an "age of consent" per se. Instead, it is referring to a law that made sodomy unlawful. ...

The answer depends on where the garbage was located and whether it was available for pick up. You should consult with an experienced criminal...