Is it legal for social services to interview my 3 year old about a child abuse allegation without a parent present?

I am afraid there is nothing that precludes social workers or law enforcement from questioning a child without parental notification. How the...

I have been arrested for dwi - first offense - in minnesota. Breathalizer read 1.8. I am 59 yr old male- have copd& an inhaler.

Thank you for the inquiry. First a DWI offense is really two cases in one. There is a criminal case which carries with it jail sentences and...

First, you should always consult with an attorney in your State. The application of the law does differ between states and, as a result,...

I wasn't aware I could take an Alford Plea?

Many of the issues you raise have little or nothing to do with the responsibilities of a criminal defense attorney. You raise a laundry list of...

My brother was talked into a plea bargain by his court appointed attorney. Can he appeal? Will the court appoint a new attorney?

If he entered a plea while represented by an attorney, there is almost no chance of a successful appeal assumimng all formalities regardimng a...

The answer depends on the conditions of probation. At times, the conditions may include no new charges supported by probable cause. In such a...

Child Support Termination

You should discuss the matter with your counsel. You have several options. First, you can have her served personally through a process server or...

The custodial father will not pick up his son because they are fighting...what are the legal issues if this is prolonged?

If there is no court order regarding custody, it is undetermined. In any initial custody determination, a Court weighs all relevant factors...

Is it good to send tax returns & pay stubs to start out-of-court agreement without knowing specifics of the settlement?

First, if you have any concerns that you may not be the father of the child, proceeding with paternity testing is compulsory. Paternity is far...

Should I get a lawyer regarding my exboyfriend who contacted the county in MN where I live that I was doing Drugs while Pregnant

First, you should always have an attorney present when speaking with the county. If the worker determines that a CHPS petition is in order, your...