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MY child was taken into protective custody last Thursday evening I had my first court day yesterday the judge ruled that I could

Ross's answer | Answered on October 30, 2013

You should contact your court appointed juvenile dependency attorney. It sounds like your child was "detained" and the court set a hearing on the...

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Hello, I received a request for deposition and interrogatories along with the answer to my complaint.

Ross's answer | Answered on October 30, 2013

This is not unusual. Civil litigation is very technical and you should strongly consider hiring an attorney in this matter. You sound like you...

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My boyfriend got a second DUI in LA county in August. His court date is December 5, 2013. He blew a .06.

Ross's answer | Answered on October 30, 2013

Have him hire an attorney to defend him. A second DUI can result in jail time, an extended DUI program. lose of drivers license and severe fines.

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I have full custody of my children my boyfriend was arrested and charged with a felony for child endangered cps is coming

Ross's answer | Answered on October 29, 2013

You need to consult with an attorney immediately. CPS has the ability to ask the Juvenile Court to remove your children from your home and/or seek...

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What happens to the district attorney who lied in court to keep a juvenile in custody

Ross's answer | Answered on October 29, 2013

The DA can dismiss the case if they believe their is insufficient evidence to support the petition/charge. One cannot answer what would happen to...

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The mother has physical custody of her children , what rights do the father have if there are providing issues on his part?

Ross's answer | Answered on October 25, 2013

Not clear what is the question. However, the father is a parent of the child/children. Therefore, he has rights but the court has the ability to...

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Does a prisoner represented by a court appointed attorney have other options if the judge denies his request for new attorney?

Ross's answer | Answered on October 25, 2013

Yes. He or she can hire their own private attorney. It sounds like the "prisoner" asked for what is called a "Marsden Motion" which is a request...

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Mom of five children taken by cps, cps is now planning to adopt my children based on hearsay and falsifications please advise?

Ross's answer | Answered on October 22, 2013

You will likely need 2 different lawyers. One for your criminal defense if indeed the DA files criminal charges against you. The second lawyer...

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Is it possible do not attend meetings which CPS told you to attend?

Ross's answer | Answered on October 22, 2013

If you are a parent of a child who has been taken into custody pursuant to a Juvenile Dependency Case, you should speak with your court appointed...

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Divorce about spouse support question?

Ross's answer | Answered on October 21, 2013

You should strongly consider hiring an attorney. At a minimum you should meet with an attorney to discuss these issues.

Ross Carlton Meltzer's Answers (757)

MY child was taken into protective custody last Thursday evening I had my first court day yesterday the judge ruled that I could

Hello, I received a request for deposition and interrogatories along with the answer to my complaint.

My boyfriend got a second DUI in LA county in August. His court date is December 5, 2013. He blew a .06.

I have full custody of my children my boyfriend was arrested and charged with a felony for child endangered cps is coming

What happens to the district attorney who lied in court to keep a juvenile in custody

The mother has physical custody of her children , what rights do the father have if there are providing issues on his part?

Does a prisoner represented by a court appointed attorney have other options if the judge denies his request for new attorney?

Mom of five children taken by cps, cps is now planning to adopt my children based on hearsay and falsifications please advise?

Is it possible do not attend meetings which CPS told you to attend?

Divorce about spouse support question?