Was I supposed to talk to the public defender that I had asked for and not received, before accepting the plea bargain froma DA?

No, it's not true. You can represent yourself and accept a plea.

Options for Power of Attorney to avoid a parent's bankruptcy

If your father is mentally sound, there is nothing you can do to force him to be responsible with his money. If your father is mentally ill, you...

I have received a subpeona to testify in a vehicular homicide/felony hit and run case. I witnessed this crime while on vacation

You are obligated to appear under the subpoena or a warrant could be issued for your arrest. Contact the District Attorney. They may be able to...

The eviction notice generally gives you three days to cure (pay all the rent) or vacate. After that an eviciton case will be filed in court. It...

If I am indicted in an other state, how long before I am arresetd or will I be arrested?

Your fact pattern is hard to follow, but to answer the initial question - if you are charged with a crime in another state, you can be arrested and...

Are there legal documents that allow for early lease termination?

There is no standard form if that is what you are seeking. However, a written agreement with the landlord that provides that the old lease is...

The employer can charge a small fee for administering the garnishment - however, they cannot bill you for discussions with their lawyer,...

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Is child support pulled only (as in garnishment) on the paycheck status or can in be also garnished on a bank account?

Child suport becomes a judgment when due and, theoretically, such a judgment can be collected through a bank account garnishment. However, if your...

Can the Univ. of Calif. be sued for requiring that all students enroll in their health & failing to provide adequate coverage?

Basically - no. This is a problem that needs a political solution - it does not have a legal one.

How can I prove that the accuser is lying about the relationship to make the DV case more crediable?

The allegation of domestic violence will not affect your ability to file for divorce if you were involved in a common-law marriage. You may want...