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Arrested for DUI and Driving without a license.....

David's answer | Answered on September 04, 2016

So sorry to hear about this, especially on a long weekend. This is a question for both and immigration attorney as well as a criminal defense...

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What is mean when a case decided by the Court of Appeals is referred to as inappositie or distingushable?

David's answer | Answered on September 04, 2016

Inapposite means that the case cited stands for the opposite result than the proponent is arguing. In other words, it says the...

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Can my sister in law get in trouble for not going to court?

David's answer | Answered on September 04, 2016

What she probably received in the mail was a subpoena to appear in court. If she did not confirm receipt of the subpoena by calling the prosecuting...

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What can I do if my sister put a restraining order on someone and now she's seeing that person again.

David's answer | Answered on September 03, 2016

You can't do anything, unfortunately. She is an adult who, while making bad choic3s, is not incompetent. However, the DCFS can and will take...

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What does a status conference hearing re: entry of judgment mean? I already went for court for my 3 year old son w final orders

David's answer | Answered on September 03, 2016

I agree with Ms.Warman. This is not, however, a Domestic violence question, but a family law one.

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Would he still get alimony, if I won the case and get a permanent restraining order on him??

David's answer | Answered on September 03, 2016

This is a Divorce question. I will reclassify.

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Is a subpoena via email legal? From a detective

David's answer | Answered on September 03, 2016

Generally, for a murder case, they are going to personally serve you. On misdemeanors, they often mail a subpoena. If you confirm that you...

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Can I get my juvenile record sealed or possibly get my felony reduced I got a 245(a)(1)ADW not firearm

David's answer | Answered on September 03, 2016

Yes, this is a wobbler, so either retain an attorney or ask the Public Defenders office to file a Motion to Reduce and Seal. As long as there was...

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Would he still get alimony, if I get the permanent restraining order??

David's answer | Answered on September 03, 2016

This is a Divorce question. I will reclassify.

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How do i get reinstated for a DV (misdemeanor) case I plead and was given DV classes for and never fully completed?

David's answer | Answered on September 03, 2016

If you didn't appear, much less complete the DV classes, there most certainly is a bench warrant out for your arrest! You should plan on being at...

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