You are legally entitled to use a reasonable amount of force necessary to defend yourself if being attacked. However, I agree with fellow counsel...

Need to know what type of lawyer i need

I agree with fellow counsel. You need to contact a civil attorney that specializes in personal injury type cases such as this. They can help you...

How do I get cash bail back after time served

First of all what is your question? You merely made declarative statements. Secondly, you cannot have a bond returned to you that was never posted....

Portions of Sex Offender Registration Act were struck down recently. Does a strike down of this nature take effect immediately?

I would advise that you err on the side of caution. The SORA case was a federal judge interpreting state law which is persuasive precedent and not...

I need a great felonies assault attorney

You've come to the right place. AVVO has a great Find a Lawyer search tab so you can narrow your search by practice area and location. Look for a...

The prosecutor has six years from the date of the offense to file charges. However, there are some things that can toll the statute of limitations...

I was charged in 2013 for a crime and was convicted for it. Ithasn't been 5 years yet how can I get my record removed or sealed?

You can file a post conviction pardon request, but your chances of it being granted are slim. The judge does not have any statutory power to make...

How do we start the process of adoption for my husband to adopt my son?

I agree with Attorney Bolinger. You will need sole custody (thanks to a supreme court ruling) in order to have standing to involuntarily terminate...

Do I need an attorney?

Yes, anytime you are charged with a crime you should have a lawyer. You are facing fines, costs, probation, and jail if you fail to abide by the...

The opposite of the defendant is the complaining witness or "victim." They are free to retain their own lawyers and sometimes do. They are known as...