I was charged with Theft in the 3rd degree. i am 17 years old and this is my first offense. How bad does my case look?

You need to talk to an attorney in person to have your case evaluated. You can find one near you by calling the Oregon State Bar Lawyer Referral...

In Oregon, how would I go about getting the other parent to produce documents related to my children's counseling and schooling?

Oregon law gives both parents the right to obtain these records directly. You can to go the counselor(s) and the school(s) and get the records...

My nephew gave me coustody of his two kids it was noterized will this stand up in court

Based on what you've said, you do not have legal custody. You would need to file a petition under ORS 109.119, but you would have to overcome the...

Which is better to plead--no contest, guilty, or not guilty?

No one can advise you, with the information you provided, as to how best to plead (and you shouldn't post any more details here). You should...

Is the non-custodial parent required to provide proof of domicile change to custodial parent before parenting time takes place?

Parents are almost always required to provide each other with current address, phone number, et cetera. These should all be in writing, including...

I was convicted of assault 4 163.160 (3)(c). The facts were bias in this case, leading beyond reasonable doubt.

If you've already been convicted, were you represented at trial? Or did you plead guilty? In either case, you would need to consult with an...

Contractor delivered shoddy work and stole personal property. I paid 50% - how do I protect myself from retaliation?

If you are sued for failure to pay, even assuming the work was completed you can defend against the breach by arguing the work was so shoddy -...

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My boyfriend was arrested for DUI and RECKLESS ENDANGERING, my 5 year son and i were in the car.

Without knowing more details, there's really no way to answer your question. Your boyfriend needs to talk to a lawyer right away - and by "right...

My friend signed a credit application that the car dealer "walked her through".

I assume you're seeking to understand whether she or the dealer has committed some kind of fraud. However, it's difficult to answer this question...

Garnishment of wages I was not served nor did I receive notice of court date.

The Oregon Department of Justice can enforce a child support order administratively. If the order to you to pay child support already existed, then...