Can my husband adopt my son without the biological fathers consent ?

Absent consent by the father, the only basis by which a legal parent's rights can be terminated is by statute. Generally, if a parent manifests an...

I have a retail theft and an old retail theft 20 years ago. How will the old impact the new.

If you were convicted of Retail Theft, even 20 year ago, this incident constitutes your second offense for the purpose of grading. Thus, this...

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I have no Lawyer for my Pre-Trial conference, I want one but no time to get one, what will happen. It is on tuesday?

Generally, the answer is yes. It can be continued. You need to appear at the pre-trial conference and speak with the Asst. D.A. He will provide...

How to fight a guilty conviction of a harassment charged! same judge drop all of my son girlfriend charges but convicted him.

For a summary conviction, your son may appeal the conviction to the Court of Common Pleas within 30 DAYS of the date of conviction. A judge for...

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How does ARD for DUI show on criminal check before expungement?

An ARD is not a conviction. On an NCIC background, the report will show as "disposition unreported." Depending on the company employed to...

How does one go about initiating a claim about opening and keeping someone's else's mail?

Unfortunately, you fell victim to your parents, but I do not believe any court is going to accept that as an excuse and I think any claim with...

Do PA courts have a procedure set aside a default judgement from small claims court or is appeal only remedy?

You have to file an appeal to the MDJ's decision with the Court of Common Pleas. The cost of appeal is set by the Court. Call your local...

How long can you be in jail if its your first charge

The penalties for a criminal conviction is dependent upon a number of factors. The most important three factors are (1) The gravity of the...

You need to file a continuance. You can obtain a continuance form from the Court Administrator's Office on the 4th Floor (I assume you are in York...