Abstaining from alcohol is no doubt a condition of your probation. So, you're certainly going to have a bit of explaining to do. As for the...

I am 18 years old and I recently got caught for shoplifting in WA state.

Unless I misunderstand, you already have a felony conviction. Thus, any diversion program is doubtful and hopefully you won't have violated your...

Joint decision making ex wife makes the rules as she goes.

I agree with Ms. Beecher. Review your agreement and see if there is a provision for arbitration or mediation of issues. You need to set this...

Can I request for a continuence or a reschedual on a petition for parentage?

Unfortunately, your question comes too late for an answer. But in general, as long as someone has a good basis for continuance and it's the first...

Summer vacation

Seven consecutive days would, as a matter of course, include a weekend. Your best bet is always to discuss the matter in a civil manner with the...

I need to see my baby...Where do I start?

Big problem. Are you on the birth certificate? If so, that's a good start, but you should consult with a family law attorney on this issue. You...

Your question is "can I be evicted two weeks before my lease is up?" But your fact pattern shows this NOT to be the case. Your lease is up 06/01....

Do I have to force my 17 yr old to visit his mother?

Is there some sort of parenting agreement? If so, what does it say? Frankly, she's making idle threats. So long as you don't inhibit the visits,...

We share a common fence with our neighbor, who has rented his property to tenants with 2 pit bulls. The fence was very run down

In the words of Shakespeare, "aye, there's the rub." You're in a catch-22. By the time you consult with an attorney, unless the consultation's...

Girl 16 boy 21, have baby who is now 7 months old. can boy be charged with anything?

I agree. If the girl is now 16 and had a 7 month old baby, that would turn the time table back to at least age 15, which is below the age of...