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Felon with a firearm

Shelley's answer | Answered on November 13, 2012

Your son needs an attorney ASAP. If he can not afford an attorney, he needs to request the court appoint one for him.

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I have been charged with felony theft from employer of 36000 never been in trouble

Shelley's answer | Answered on November 13, 2012

Many court appointed lawyers are very qualified and will do a good job for you. If you can not afford an attorney, you must request one be...

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Can u get charged if u borrow money from an old man and he does not want to press charges and it was a big sum

Shelley's answer | Answered on November 13, 2012

You need to talk with a criminal defense attorney ASAP. Do not post anything else on the internet even this site, until the matter is resolved. ...

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Can a state appointed lawyer come see me me before my arraignement?

Shelley's answer | Answered on November 13, 2012

Have you requested an appointed attorney? If one has been appointed, then they can come see you.

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Can I exit the country for a few days while being on diversion program for drug possession, less than 20 grams (first offense)?

Shelley's answer | Answered on November 13, 2012

If the charge is in Florida, you need to see Florida counsel. Generally charges can not be transferred between states. Your bond agreement may...

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My daughter was married for four years her and her husband is separted she has 2 children and one on the way. can she divorce.

Shelley's answer | Answered on November 13, 2012

Louisiana is a no fault state. If your daughter desires a divorce, she can get one. Both parents are required to support their children. Your...

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I need to talk to a divorce attorney to make sure what I'm doing is right.

Shelley's answer | Answered on November 13, 2012

You need to consult an attorney before you take any other steps. Louisiana is a no fault state, meaning you do not need to prove fault, such as...

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What can my friend do about her cheating husband

Shelley's answer | Answered on November 13, 2012

Your friend should consult an attorney. Fault is not necessary to get a divorce in Louisiana. Fault, such as cheating becomes an issue with...

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My aunt is in a nursing home w/dimentia. How can I obtain power of attorney if she is no longer capable of giving it to me.

Shelley's answer | Answered on June 14, 2012

If your aunt is incompetent, she can not give anyone a power of attorney. In Louisiana you will need to start a court proceeding called an...

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I was convicted of forcible rape and first degree robbery in 1987 and have been forced to register as a sex offender .

Shelley's answer | Answered on June 14, 2012

Depending on the facts of your case, you may be eligible for removal from the sex offender registry list. You need to contact an attorney familiar...

Shelley A Goff's Answers (121)

Felon with a firearm

I have been charged with felony theft from employer of 36000 never been in trouble

Can u get charged if u borrow money from an old man and he does not want to press charges and it was a big sum

Can a state appointed lawyer come see me me before my arraignement?

Can I exit the country for a few days while being on diversion program for drug possession, less than 20 grams (first offense)?

My daughter was married for four years her and her husband is separted she has 2 children and one on the way. can she divorce.

I need to talk to a divorce attorney to make sure what I'm doing is right.

What can my friend do about her cheating husband

My aunt is in a nursing home w/dimentia. How can I obtain power of attorney if she is no longer capable of giving it to me.

I was convicted of forcible rape and first degree robbery in 1987 and have been forced to register as a sex offender .