Questions answered by Jocelyn C. Stewart

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Can my commander use another soldier to survaliance my house off post?

Jocelyn's answer | Answered on July 30, 2015

Any person, private or law enforcement, may observe the dwelling of another provided that person is not infringing on the "curtillage" (boundaries)...

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If I am in bankruptcy can my ex-wife ask for spousal support?

Jocelyn's answer | Answered on July 28, 2015

There are at least two kinds of bankruptcy that an individual can declare (Chapter 7 and Chapter 13). A chapter 7 is to liquidate assets and tries...

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My father in-law got VA benefit 100% but someone trustee his account and he just got half money from VA and He had two kids

Jocelyn's answer | Answered on July 27, 2015

I am unclear as to the question you are asking. It sounds as though your father-in-law was determined to not be able to manage his financial...

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Am I entitled to any of his VA dis benefits/SSDI or what he bought w/only $ from va/sddi(real est ect) if i file for divorce.

Jocelyn's answer | Answered on July 24, 2015

Ma'am, it is very difficult to understand your factual scenario without punctuation. From what I can tell, it sounds as though your estranged...

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My husband committed suicide and was suffering from PTSD from military service. Is VA obligated to the family in any way?

Jocelyn's answer | Answered on July 23, 2015

I am terribly sorry for your loss. Your entitlements from the VA will depend on several factors. Before his death, if he enrolled you in the...

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Can my employer require me (military spouse) to have a California drivers license even though I am an Oregon resident.

Jocelyn's answer | Answered on July 23, 2015

If the insurance requires it, I believe they can require you to obtain a CA license. However that should not impact your Oregon residency. What...

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How should I proceed?

Jocelyn's answer | Answered on July 23, 2015

Recommend the find a lawyer tab. None of us can solicit you directly.

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Is it permissible for a county sheriff department to arrest a retired military officer on child support.

Jocelyn's answer | Answered on July 22, 2015

The county sheriff may not know that you are making payments through DFAS. Perhaps there is a lack of information on his/her part. Provide...

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Can my 9-11 GI Bill education benefits passed to my daughter (tuition + housing allowance) be used to reduce my child support?

Jocelyn's answer | Answered on July 22, 2015

As with any contract, negotiation of one asset in exchange for another is possible, but it would have to be agreed upon by the parties. If your...

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Can I use the SCRA to reduce interest on a title loan?

Jocelyn's answer | Answered on July 22, 2015

Maybe. To qualify for the interest rate cap the military member has to show that he or she is now on active duty, that the obligation or debt was...

Jocelyn C. Stewart's Answers (827)

Can my commander use another soldier to survaliance my house off post?

If I am in bankruptcy can my ex-wife ask for spousal support?

My father in-law got VA benefit 100% but someone trustee his account and he just got half money from VA and He had two kids

Am I entitled to any of his VA dis benefits/SSDI or what he bought w/only $ from va/sddi(real est ect) if i file for divorce.

My husband committed suicide and was suffering from PTSD from military service. Is VA obligated to the family in any way?

Can my employer require me (military spouse) to have a California drivers license even though I am an Oregon resident.

How should I proceed?

Is it permissible for a county sheriff department to arrest a retired military officer on child support.

Can my 9-11 GI Bill education benefits passed to my daughter (tuition + housing allowance) be used to reduce my child support?

Can I use the SCRA to reduce interest on a title loan?