My husband has a first time domestic violence charge fourth degree.

He is facing jail--its a potential consequence. Hire a good lawyer. It is possible for your husband to avoid jail and even active probation. He...

Can a restraining order be lifted to settle house items and belogings

This is very unfortunate. Contact a local domestic violence shelter for guidance.

Can I successfully get a no contasct order dropped to non hostile by myself?

I have an avvo legal guide on this issue. It sounds like you've read it and are in a good position. The only thing you might add is contact a dv...

How long will I serve in jail?

That depends on the quality and skill of you lawyer and you willingness to follow through with what he tells you to do.

For a broken bone you are within the statute of limitations.

How do I know if the petitioner wants to get a restraining order lifted or quashed ?

It depends on the procedure of the specific court that issued (and would be lifting the order). Some require your presence, so you'd have to be...

Can I ask to have my daughter's step mother restrained from coming in contact with her?

While this is a difficult situation I do not believe it falls into the domestic violence category. Try reposting under family law. Good luck to you.

My husband is a soldier, he tried to kill me at least 2 times. Need advice ,what kind of attorney should I seek?

You need a family law attorney. Also, contact your local domestic violence shelter for guidance and counseling. Be safe.

Got a DUI in oregon and accepted into diversion in OR. But live in WA.

You need to ask an Oregon attorney. Good luck.

My child's father put a anti harrassment order of protection on me so I'm not allowed to contact him at all. Does this effect me

It is not a charge. There is a court record. As far as I know this is not a prohibited basis for denying you. However, you should redirect your...