Can a person go to jail over disobeying a devoice decree concerning getting help for a minor child?

A judge can hold a person in contempt for not following court orders but jail seems like an unlikely and extreme penalty based on the limited fact...

I agree with counsel's first answer and would just add: sometimes the police, because they are so busy, take awhile to issue these tickets if they...

Incarcerated on 4 bench warrants

It is hard to say, without knowing much more information, such as original charges, how long warrants have been outstanding, how he otherwise did...

Permanent retraining order dissolved?

Yes, if you are the one who filed it, you can petition the court to lift the order. You can go down to the clerk of the court and ask them to help...

My Bail Bondsman disclosed my charges.

I agree with counsel Steinberg. Such general information as the charges and jurisdiction and court date are public record. Even the summary of the...

Charges with a class 1 misdemeanor for theft from an employer, restitution has been paid. What should i tell the DA?

I agree with counsel Rosmarin and would add that, based on what you have indicated (no prior criminal history, paid back restitution already) that...

False Charges

I agree with counsel Deasy that it is unclear what your legal question is. You do not say what your concerns about the child(ren) are and why she...

Do you need a layer at parole hearing and what kind of lawyer

It is not too late and probably is a good idea. If he wants to be paroled and deported, I suggest that you seek an attorney who has both criminal...

Do I file just a step parent adoption or do I need to conjoin it with a relinquish of rights?

If bio Dad truly is consenting, you should need to only have to file a step parent adoption with proof of consent from bio Dad. However, FBI and...

Do I need an other lawyer

Your husband can file a notice of appeal. He can also file post-conviction motions such as motions for sentence reconsideration once sentence is...