My wife purchased a vehicle from Drive Time before I entered the military (active duty) and her intrest rate is extremly high. 25% or so. Back then she had a job where she could afford it, but now om the only one with an imcome. I reclently found out about SCRA (service member civil relief act)... View More 
answered on Feb 4, 2018
You need to put it in writing. Here is some suggested language:
Dear Sir or Ma’am:
Pursuant to the Servicemembers’ Civil Relief Act (“SCRA”) 50 U.S.C. App. Section 527,
this letter is my formal written request to reduce the rate of interest to six percent (6.0%) for... View More
answered on Feb 4, 2018
Yes. Marijuana possession is still a violation of federal law (and the UCMJ). Marijuana use (as discovered by drug testing) is a crime in of itself under the Uniform Code of Military Justice.
answered on Jan 26, 2018
Most jurisdictions do not allow for marriage by proxy, but there would appear to be no prohibition of you traveling to him (or another country) to meet and marry. For you to have him to be able to enter the U.S., you will still need to go through immigration and file paperwork.
I am pro se appellee. My ex-husband is appealing the judgement against him to pay what was suppose to be military retirement, but the ex opted for disability pay. Divorce Decree did not allow him to change or stop payment when he was eligible to receive retirement. Judge did not order him to pay... View More
answered on Jan 26, 2018
Your ex-husband's lawyer will likely not assist, and may be concerned about violating an attorney/client privilege or other professional responsibility obligations.
i am working at the time thats is why my child and i can not move with his service state station. he only give little amount monthly for shelter because he said i am also working. and now that i am sick he wants a divorce. once legally divorce: can i ask a judge on a back payment for the past... View More
answered on Jan 26, 2018
You are not legally separated, however ever branch of service requires support to be provided. For example, pursuant to AR 608-99 the Army requires that the military member provides an amount equal to his/her Basic Allowance for Housing.
My wife is currently being separated under a chapter 5-17 due to a really bad break in her femoral neck. She went on con leave and was told she was getting a chapter 5-17 when she returned. She was never offered a MEB, however with such an injury, is that common? What benefits will she be eligible... View More
answered on Jan 26, 2018
The VA will establish the percentage of disability. There is an appeals process should you disagree with it.
Im a disabled female veteran with documented Military sexual trauma from being raped in iraq by our own soldiers... The VA knew about my sexual trauma and still only provided me with all male providers. Just going to an appointment is a trigger for me and ends up being very traumatic, especially... View More
answered on Jan 26, 2018
You likely do not have grounds for a lawsuit unless you could establish it was done intentional to cause you emotional pain. Your better route is to make a complaint within the VA, to the VA OIG, or through a congressional inquiry/complaint.
I am under 18 and they charged me with driving under suspension, drug paraphernalia, and drug possession. They were all misdemeanors though and they gave me a probation officer and suspended license for 6 months. I just don't know what to expect from having a probation officer.
answered on Jul 27, 2017
Most probation officers are required to ensure that you are in compliance, haven't fled the jurisdiction, have not been charged with any new crimes, and some conditions of probation require employment, residence, etc.
He is trying to lie about the event and also has a prior case last yr on the same assault.
answered on Jul 27, 2017
You need to make a full police report, and if necessary seek a protective order from your local court.
answered on Jul 27, 2017
Most civilian jurisdictions (state or municipal laws) disallow this on non-official vehicles. I would check with your local law enforcement before doing so.
I was convicted under Article 128 at General Court Martial. Sentence consisted of Rank reduction, forfeiture of pay and 90 days hard labor without confinement. After conviction, my enlistment was extended 297 days under 10 U.S.C. 12305 in order to deploy to Iraq for a second tour of duty. I... View More
answered on Jul 27, 2017
If you were taken to a General Courts-Martial (not a Special, Summary, or Article 15), then you have a felony conviction. That conviction will prevent you from ever possessing a firearm or ammunition. Possession of such is a federal (civilian) offense and a crime in all state jurisdictions.
My fiancé went to basic at Fort Benning and the Airborne at Fort Bragg where he is stationed now. He has an irregular heartbeat (his mom has the same condition that caused her to have a heart attack at a young age, around 45) that sometimes interferes with PT. Can he get medically discharged (or... View More
answered on Jul 27, 2017
He can, but it will take a doctor's work up on it. He may be given a waiver, but if the heart condition is dangerous and makes him non-deployable he will likely be discharged.
the military because he was going to training every other weekend. Will we still have to wait until he turns 19 before child support stop.
answered on Jul 27, 2017
It is very specific to what your decree says. If it says until he turns 19 and living with the custodial parent, then you will. You may want to have an attorney look at your decree.
answered on Jul 27, 2017
Yes, however if it deals with a sexual offense or abuse of children - they may not allow him. It's generally in the garrison commander's discretion.
Non-criminal/ nonpublic records such as a police report of a police transport to an emergency room for a mental health hold? I am needing help interpreting 5 U.S. Code § 9101 specifically.
answered on Jul 27, 2017
They do a pull of the NCIC, so if it is reflected there it will show up. I do believe there is a question on the SF-86 on mental health, so make sure you answer it fully and completely. It's the cover up that always gets people.
answered on May 21, 2017
Yes. There is no requirement for anyone to be at home, and is often preferred by law enforcement for safety. A search warrant is only for a location that has been allowed by judicial review and probable cause.
My commander told my father 1 to 2 weeks I could be out.
answered on May 21, 2017
That's probably an average time, but actions may be delayed if a commander is out or it has not gone through a legal review.
This derogatory term been picked up by alt right. As a Native, I find this to be a racial slur & indefensible. Used to demean Warren, showing contempt for Natives. I am far beyond tolerating sports teams and fashion that misappropriate my culture in disrespect and disdain. Trump obviously sees... View More
answered on May 20, 2017
There are no grounds for a lawsuit as he does have a First Amendment Right to say things that are offensive to others. While one cannot "yell fire in a crowded theater," a person has a right to say inappropriate things without being sued.
Now we have to get a concealed weapons permit. IS that going to be a problem for me? I am just confused on exactly what all a pardon restores.
answered on May 20, 2017
The Pardon wipes away your conviction and you should be fine to have a concealed permit. I would recommend that you keep copies of your pardon paperwork in multiple places in the event it becomes an issue as to whether or not you have had your rights restored.
I made a visit to my brother and grandmother and she threatened me the first time because my nephew was their. I have rarely and even so never really talk to her. Now she has used a different account from a friend of hers, on facebook after i blocked, to message and tell me to kill myself. I dont... View More
answered on May 20, 2017
It is recommended you make a police report to document what has happened and what has continued to occur. You may want to consider getting a protective order to stop the harassment. I would inform your chain of command in your reserve unit in the event it becomes an issue, and provide a copy of... View More
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