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Q: How to secure legal representation for my son charged with a crime in Illinois he didn't commit?
My 20-year-old son was in Iowa prison for two years, sentenced to 55 years, and recently, U.S. Marshalls transferred him to federal custody in Oklahoma, charging him with sexual exploitation of a minor in Illinois. He was only informed about these charges upon his transfer. He's never visited... View More 
Cheryl Powell
answered on Jun 8, 2026
answered on Jun 8, 2026
He should be entitled to a public defender. Most of the time, he would serve out his federal sentence and then be brought to IL to face IL charges. Call a criminal defense lawyer in the County he is charged in to get a free consultation and ask some questions.
Q: Do I have standing in California for assets or support without a recorded marriage?
I lived with my wife for 20 years, and for the last 5 years, we've been in California. We had a marriage ceremony, but the signed documents were never recorded. We acquired a home during our time together, though I'm unsure if I contributed financially. We have no written agreements... View More
Tobie B. Waxman
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answered on Jun 8, 2026
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answered on Jun 8, 2026
Depends on the circumstances of failing to record the marriage license. Usually it is the officiant to files the marriage license after performing the ceremony. You may be entitled to community property assets and debts as a "putative spouse". Consult with an attorney and provide the... View More
Q: What should I do about a 5-year-old warrant for obstruction of government operations in AR?
In 2018, my husband and I were involved in a single-car accident in Jasper, AR. The next day, while a tow truck was transporting our vehicle, we were stopped by the police. Despite asserting that I was the driver, the officers believed I wasn't and issued me a citation for obstruction of... View More
Grace Faulkenberry Sadler
answered on Jun 8, 2026
answered on Jun 8, 2026
Hi there, I'm sorry to hear about the difficult situation you're facing. I would advise you to call the court where you have the failure to appear, explain that you were trying to get to court but had vehicle issues that day, and ask about your options to resolve the warrant. Usually, the... View More
Q: What are my legal options to have my fiancé leave our shared home in Nevada?
I am on the deed of our home with my fiancé in Nevada. He was caught cheating and hasn't been contributing financially to our agreed-upon household bills. I have been managing all financial transactions. I'm considering using quit claim forms to have him leave. What are my legal options... View More
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Jennifer Setters
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answered on Jun 15, 2026
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answered on Jun 15, 2026
Since you are on the deed of the home and your fiancé is not married to you, your situation is primarily governed by Nevada landlord-tenant law and real property law, not family law. Here is a breakdown of your legal options:
1. Eviction (Summary Eviction Proceeding)
Because your... View More
Q: What are my legal options to have my fiancé leave our shared home in Nevada?
I am on the deed of our home with my fiancé in Nevada. He was caught cheating and hasn't been contributing financially to our agreed-upon household bills. I have been managing all financial transactions. I'm considering using quit claim forms to have him leave. What are my legal options... View More
Philip Spradling
answered on Jun 8, 2026
answered on Jun 8, 2026
If you are not yet married, and have never been married, your fiance is not on the deed, and there is no lease, then the legal way to evict your fiance from the home is an eviction proceeding. Unfortunately this takes time, although Nevada has an expedited process that can take less than a month.... View More
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