Can a judge throw out my case if I don't have a lawyer if I have done everything a lawyer would have done. What are my rights?

You have the right to represent yourself in family court . The court can not dismiss your case based on your decision to proceed pro-se. I imagine...

Are these charges consistent with my actions as explained? if so, what is trhe likely outcome (I have no prior record).

Are you sure the desk appearance ticket cites Penal Law 295.01?

Order to show cause to vacate judgement due to ineffective legal counsel, TRO, and appeal help! Please help!

Generally a person does not have a due process right to effective assistance of counsel in a civil case. The commonly accepted remedy for...

Can he get in trouble for this? Does his history affect this? If so, what would he be charged with and how serious would it be?

The age of consent in New York is 17. He therefore could be charged with sexual misconduct which is a class A misdemeanor punishable by up to one...

Does the enforcement of penal laws differ by city or county in the state of New York?

I suggest you read the Court of Appeals decision in People v. Tichenor which can be found...

How long does my soon-to-be ex-wife have to wait before she can file another suit against me seeking alimony?

Her right to spousal support is assigned to HRA or OTDA while she is on public assistance.

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Can I avoid child support payments by abandoning the child when the other parent is willing to take the custody?

If you willfully fail to pay court ordered child support, you will place yourself at risk of being incarcerated for up to six months.

How can I file for legal separation?

You should retain an experienced matrimonial attorney to help you through the procees.

Can anybody help or tell me if my charges can get reduced, dropped or what other options I may have? Thank you very much.

Your questions can not be answered without information that should only be discussed with a criminal defense attorney in a confidetial setting.

Age child's desire on which parent to live with will be considered by a court regarding primary residential custody ?

The child has a voice but not a vote. The closer the child is to reaching the age of 18 the more that voice will be listened to by the court. A...