Is there an "intent" requirement for misdemeanor animal cruelty?

yes. intent is an element that the prosecution must prove.

Can two parties enter into a binding agreement if the terms are offered and accepted over email?

Yes, offer+acceptance+consideration=contract. Email better than oral, less than a fully written out signed contract. Have fun with the project!

Filed for a Green Card but have been living separated for almost 6 months. What to do?

I think this is more of an immigration issue, I'll fix that for you. I think from what you said, divorce may be in the cards.

I hired a mechanic to give me a yah or nay on a used car.

I think the beef is with the "dealer", not your mechanic. Try to return the car for a full refund, or sue the guy for damages and fraud. Report...

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I have proof my wife cheated on me, would it be better to file for divorce in California or Oregon?

Neither CA nor OR give a whit about cheating. As for custody and alimony, it appears at first glance that either state would give a fair result. ...

I bought a car 2/21, my credit is poor due to a divorce in 08 my fico is 570....

Tell them to stuff it, and use your own financing at 16%.

Employer seeking money from breaking binding contract

They have a case, and so do you. I doubt that they would even try to sue for the $200. If they do, you can counterclaim your hours they shorted...

If someone threatens bodily harm to another, is it a crime?

If the threat was to inflict imminent bodily harm, it would be classified as assault, which is a crime. If it was then followed through on, it...

How should I proceed If my wife doesn't serves preliminary financial disclosure to me within the 60 day court deadline ?

Duplicate question, see other answer.

My wife filed a response to my divorce petition but didn't serve preliminary financial disclosure to me. How should I proceed ?

Since you are pro-per, and she is represented, you should communicate only with her attorney.