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I'm on probation can I leave the state (go on the run) and come back and get a lawyer to knock everything out?
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Answered on September 13, 2013
Firstly, it is a bad idea (read, really really bad) to post on a public forum your clear intent to violate the terms of your probation. This forum...
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Per Missouri law our landlord did not notify us when he did the final inspection of our rental. Can he keep our deposit?
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Answered on September 11, 2013
Also, in addition to Mr Dean's answer, he must have done that notification in writing within 30 days of your move-out. Contact a landlord-tenant...
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Can a clause in a lease take precedence over state law?
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Answered on September 10, 2013
The clause cannot override state law and the 30 day requirement contains penalties if not complied with.
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What can I do after getting a petty thief charge from Walmart under $50? Should I get a lawyer? Can I get it taken off my record
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Answered on September 09, 2013
Totally agree with Andrea. Hire an attorney ASAP. No way for any of us to guarantee any outcome, but the string likelihood is you will be far...
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After my accident I received a Ticket for failure to yield how can I avoid points?
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Answered on September 09, 2013
Hire an attorney. Though there is no way to guarantee any outcome, I or any if the attorneys who regularly do traffic will likely be able to get a...
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My landlords filled for eviction for nonpayment of rent what should I do?
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Answered on September 04, 2013
You have claims against the LL however the Rent & Possession statute does not allow for counterclaims. It sounds like the place is a total mess....
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What happens after a court hearing?
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Answered on September 03, 2013
This is a very wide open question. It depends what type of hearing, such as bond reduction, evidentiary, etc. also, judges sometimes make decisions...
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WHAT CAN I DO IF I WAS LOCKED OUT OF MY APARTMENT BY MANAGEMENT.
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Answered on September 03, 2013
You should be able to sue. Proving things may be tough. They are not allowed to effect what appears to be a 'self-help' eviction. If though you...
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Can I be charged for receiving a package in the mail that had drugs in it, even though I had no idea what was in the box?
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Answered on September 03, 2013
Please don't get into any more detail on such a public forum. You need to hire a criminal defense attorney ASAP, myself or someone else on Avvo....
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Landlord kept all of MO security deposit ($2150). Sent explanation within 30, but did not schedule walkthrough per statute 4.
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Answered on September 03, 2013
You may have a cause of action against the landlord but it will have to be weighed by you against the cost & time to do so, whether filed by you or...