Wait, I'm a little confused . . . You say your sentence was deferred, but you were on probation. Did you complete a diversion program? Like the...

I was pulled over. Failed physical test. Took me to the station and I took breathalyser with a .02, then I released.

Yes, get a lawyer. Yes, appear on the required date. Yes, there is a chance the case can be dismissed, but making the appearance with a...

If you are asking whether text messages can be used as evidence, the answer is yes (with the caveat that some particular statements might be...

I am the non custodial parent and our daughter just told me that her father is sexually abusing her

If you have reason to believe that your child is being sexually abused, you do what you have to take care of her. Do not delay getting her...

Is this considered rape?

Yes, that's rape! Get your friend to a doctor immediately to be checked, for the sake of her own health as well as finding evidence of the...

Can i get the courts to do an involuntary termination of parental rights?

It is technically possible, but highly unlikely. It is a very difficult thing to do. But heed Mr. Bodzin's words. His answer provides you the...

I think my ex husband illegally signed my name to sell our house.

I concur with Ms. Hall. Contact an attorney to review your actual divorce judgment to determine the actual ownership of the property. If he did...

Ex is not letting me visit my 3m.o daughter; I am currently pursuing a paternity test. When should I start paying child support?

Well, you should always act in the best interests of your child. No court in Oregon will look favorably upon a parent who puts his ill will toward...

Changing status quo order?

The "status quo" involves whatever was happening with your custodial and parenting arrangements for the three months prior to the status quo...

What is hearsay?

My colleagues have done an excellent job answering your question. For educational purposes, I will take a stab at giving you an intuitively...