If I am wanting a divorce and want to leave the home in which we both own is that giving up my right to half the value?

If the house is marital property and part of the marital estate, you leaving will not forfeit your interest in the residence. However, if you...

My wife has agreed to give me custody of our son for a year, as he wants to live with me, how do I get this done in SD legally.

If there is an existing child custody order in place, you can move to modify and the parties can stipulate to the new arrangement. Child support...

Does a probation officer need to know my current place of employment?

Likely yes, as obtaining and maintaining employment is a pretty common condition of adult probation, and may even be specifically listed as a...

This is too general a question to try to describe what is and is not normal. It would largely depend upon why your attorney thought the case would...

How do I deal with unauthorized fix in my property

You should be asking your real estate agent and referring to any agreement you signed with him. If the maintenance was not authorized by you, you...

You ask several questions. Yes, you can be charged with a second DUI 2nd. More likely, however, it will be amended to a DUI 3rd. Suspended...

You can ask the court to defer judgment in both cases, but it might not happen. Your odds of success go up significantly if you have an attorney...

Does South Dakota have to apply the BAC supreme court ruling where a warrant and lawyer must be present accept in extreme cases?

There are many exceptions to the general requirement that law enforcement must get a warrant for a sample of your blood. One is exigent...

How can I adopt my ex sister in laws sisters daughter

Unless at least one biological parent consents to the adoption, there may be little if anything you can do. Talk with a family law attorney near...

Can I fix my voluntary dismissal?

More information is needed, and you ought to consult with an attorney even if you don't end up retaining one. Saying "think I should've filed a...