Questions answered by Bethany Shannon Stephens

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Can a man legally request a dna sample for paternity?

Bethany's answer | Answered on November 14, 2012

I agree with the prior answer. Yes, he may request paternity testing if he feels it is his child. Yes, an attorney can come visit you. However,...

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The police turned in 2 cases of burglary of habitation to the DA on me for further review should I act now with an attorney?

Bethany's answer | Answered on November 14, 2012

I agree with the prior answers. You needed an attorney before you talked to the police. Get one right now! You will need protection and guidance...

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Criminal Attorney....

Bethany's answer | Answered on October 26, 2012

I agree with the other attorney, but I do think prosecutors have one advantage over all other attorneys and lay people - they get fewer speeding...

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I need to get copies of my trial transcripts but the very prejudicial and perjured testimony was deleted. Where can I get info.

Bethany's answer | Answered on October 26, 2012

I agree with the prior attorney, but wanted to add the following FYI - Perjury doesn't mean there was no evidence to support their testimony...

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WOULD IT BE CHEAPER TO GET A LAWYER THAN TO PAY A TICKET THAT IS 7300 DOLLARS?

Bethany's answer | Answered on October 26, 2012

I'm not sure anyone can tell you what would be cheaper. Often getting a lawyer involved can help you get a better result, but with the attorneys...

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If my probation officer is making it extra difficult for me to successfully satisfy probation can I request a replacement?

Bethany's answer | Answered on October 26, 2012

Generally probation does not have to give you a new probation officer and they have a lot of discretion over when to make you do a UA. If you feel...

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Want to get travel permit for vacation out of state, what is the best way?

Bethany's answer | Answered on October 18, 2012

Ask your probation officer. If they say no, then do not risk it. A lawyer can ask for you, but you can't really force probation to agree even...

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What happens with a first time arrest for selling Hydrocodine to one friend only.

Bethany's answer | Answered on October 18, 2012

It is always possible that she can do jail time. The worst case scenario is always possible. However, it is unusual for 1st time offenders to be...

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Charge with theft from 20,000 to 100,000 the DA wants me to put 10,000 down in order to receive probation for 10 years I

Bethany's answer | Answered on October 18, 2012

If you don't agree to a plea bargain (which is what they are offering) then the case will go to trial. That's how the system works. I agree with...

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I have a 14 month old niece that has been living with me and my husband for the last 7 months how can i get full custody of her

Bethany's answer | Answered on October 18, 2012

I agree with the first 2 answers. Do not hesitate. Get an attorney right now. If the grandma has her for several months before you finally get a...

Bethany Shannon Stephens's Answers (35)

Can a man legally request a dna sample for paternity?

The police turned in 2 cases of burglary of habitation to the DA on me for further review should I act now with an attorney?

Criminal Attorney....

I need to get copies of my trial transcripts but the very prejudicial and perjured testimony was deleted. Where can I get info.

WOULD IT BE CHEAPER TO GET A LAWYER THAN TO PAY A TICKET THAT IS 7300 DOLLARS?

If my probation officer is making it extra difficult for me to successfully satisfy probation can I request a replacement?

Want to get travel permit for vacation out of state, what is the best way?

What happens with a first time arrest for selling Hydrocodine to one friend only.

Charge with theft from 20,000 to 100,000 the DA wants me to put 10,000 down in order to receive probation for 10 years I

I have a 14 month old niece that has been living with me and my husband for the last 7 months how can i get full custody of her