Questions answered by William David Ausman

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How to best handle a petty theft charge (first ever offense) for less than $20 worth of merchandise in California?

William's answer | Answered on December 21, 2012

In San Luis Obispo County you will be required to fill out financial means paperwork. If you qualify they will determine how much you will have to...

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I have recieved sole custody for both my kids& their father has supervised visitation but he hasnt seen/talk them in 11 months

William's answer | Answered on December 18, 2012

Yes, you need to have a look at your Judgment as well as any temporary orders that have been issued by the court. If you do not have a judgment in...

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Whatkind of sentence am i looking at for a first time adult offense but have committe juvenile offenses but they have been seal?

William's answer | Answered on November 14, 2012

Did you believe that you were providing marijuana to another medical marijuana patient. CA allows for care providers to provide marijuana to other...

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In a family court hearing I am supposed to give the judge a witness list 10 days prior. A partial custody eval isnt complete!!

William's answer | Answered on November 01, 2012

You are correct, you are to get at least 10 days to prepare for the hearing after the custody evaluation is available. I generally but every...

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Can I get palimony?? Have lived together for almost 9 years where his wish was to be sole supporter, now wants to break up

William's answer | Answered on October 31, 2012

Yes you can sue in civil court not in family court under what is known as a Marvin Action. This is a factual question and either party may demand...

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Do i have to pay the defendants attorney.If i was court ordered too. And the commiioner did not sign the documents.

William's answer | Answered on September 26, 2012

There would have to be a court order requiring you to pay. A letter from opposing counsel is not a court order.

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What is the difference between appearing in court for the first time to enter a plea and an arraingnment?

William's answer | Answered on September 26, 2012

An arraignment is the first proceeding in a criminal matter. At that point the prosecuting agency will turn over the police report as well as...

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After 25 years can someone change the property settlement in a divorce agreement?

William's answer | Answered on September 26, 2012

This is an interesting question and it is driven by the facts in the case and the law. I would be interested in sitting down with you and your...

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How do i get out of paying 3000 dollars to the defendants attorney.It was a civil matter.

William's answer | Answered on September 21, 2012

Do you have a Judgement that is ordering you to pay the $3000? I would be glad to go over the documents and explain where your case is and what...

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In Ca. if the DA has no police report by court date can I ask for case to be dissmised?

William's answer | Answered on September 14, 2012

You can always ask, but the local judges usually give you a date to come back and be arraigned. Hiring a good local criminal defense attorney...

William David Ausman's Answers (279)

How to best handle a petty theft charge (first ever offense) for less than $20 worth of merchandise in California?

I have recieved sole custody for both my kids& their father has supervised visitation but he hasnt seen/talk them in 11 months

Whatkind of sentence am i looking at for a first time adult offense but have committe juvenile offenses but they have been seal?

In a family court hearing I am supposed to give the judge a witness list 10 days prior. A partial custody eval isnt complete!!

Can I get palimony?? Have lived together for almost 9 years where his wish was to be sole supporter, now wants to break up

Do i have to pay the defendants attorney.If i was court ordered too. And the commiioner did not sign the documents.

What is the difference between appearing in court for the first time to enter a plea and an arraingnment?

After 25 years can someone change the property settlement in a divorce agreement?

How do i get out of paying 3000 dollars to the defendants attorney.It was a civil matter.

In Ca. if the DA has no police report by court date can I ask for case to be dissmised?