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I want to change my name right after I get back in the States. I'm an American currently living in Japan.
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Answered on April 20, 2015
Different attorneys may charge differently for this type of service. Many charge a flat rate that covers all the attorney fees and court filing...
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Is person guilty if they commit unintentional criminal offense?
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Answered on April 19, 2015
If your being accused of making a false report, the question isn't whether you intended to commit a crime. The police didn't believe your story. I...
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How do I file a continuance?
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Answered on April 16, 2015
You should ask the other party to give you an extension, if they so no, you should file a motion to extend the deadline.
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What are initial disclosures, in a step-parent adoption case?
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Answered on April 15, 2015
Here is the rule: https://www.utcourts.gov/resources/rules/urcp/urcp026.html
"(a)(1) Initial disclosures. Except in cases exempt under paragraph...
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How is income usually determined for child support purposes?
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Answered on April 15, 2015
Generally child support is based on gross monthly income as determined by pay statements, taxes, etc.
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Can a 30 year-old be liable for a sex abuse crime committed as a 14 year-old in Utah?
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Answered on April 15, 2015
As Aric indicated, yes it can be prosecuted but often these types of cases are difficult for the prosecution to prove. As mentioned, get an...
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Is there an option to plead guilty to a retail theft charge and not have it go on my permanent record?
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Answered on April 14, 2015
Possibly yes but you should consult with a defense attorney before making any decision on how to proceed in your case. Before you plead guilty to...
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What do you plead if you were not in your right state of mind at the time of the citation?
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Answered on April 14, 2015
As the others mentioned, hire a lawyer asap. But you should know going into it the low blood sugar issue is likely not going to be a defense.
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My girls of 15 and 17 want to live with me but their dad has the main custody. How can they legally just move in with me?
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Answered on April 14, 2015
As teenagers their preference for custody should be a significant consideration for modifying custody. Speak with a Utah Custody Attorney to get...
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If there is a mutual restraining order in my divorce action barring communication what can I do when the attorney doesn't reply?
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Answered on April 13, 2015
I would suggest you hire your own attorney. If there is a protective order in place barring all communication with your ex, you may not have any...