I have filed for custody of my child and won, does this mean i have all rights, and the other parent has none?

I tend to agree with the other attorneys who have already answered this post. A judgment granting you sole custody means that the child lives...

Should I go to court and plead guilty to "knowingly endangering the welfare of a minor" by selling them cigarettes?

I agree with Mr. Bodzin. Also, you are right in your thoughts about the word "knowingly." This is an additional element that would to be proven. ...

Mr. Bodzin gives good advice here. Also, the "parent-child relationship" he describes that the grandparent would have to prove must have existed...

Advice on moving

Once a Judgment about custody and parenting time is established with an Oregon Court, that Judgment must include a clause that neither parent can...

A coworker accused me of breaking into his truck and is now telling everyone about the investigation

It is almost never a good idea to talk to the police without counsel. They are investigating you for a crime and your statements can be used...

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Do I have to press charges?

In general, I agree with Mr. Bodzin's answer and write separately on the following points: 1. Before you seek a Stalking Order, bring the texts...

What's difference between expunging and sealing a conviction or arrest?

I agree with my colleague from Houston regarding the distinction between sealing and expunging a record. However, in Oregon, you can also...

Can another tenant in the house i live give me a no cause 30 day notice? landlady does not want to evict us.

I agree with Mr. Bodzin and Mr. Mauger, but after reading the comments I wanted to add emphasis to one point. The other tenants CANNOT evict you. ...

What do you think will happen if I don't go to an "order" to appear in court? And, If I don't go, should I send a letter ahead?

In addition to Mr. Bodzin's advice, I suggest you look at the possible sanctions listed in ORS 33.105 (here's a link to the statute: ...

Tenants are living in a hardship trailer on my grandmas property, not helping out like agreed. she wants them out,

The easiest thing would probably be to file a "No-Cause Notice of Termination." If you try to terminate based on the failure to help out or the...