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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for New Jersey on
Q: Are confessed murderers with cornpos mentis ever released like people with prison sentences that have ended?

okay so if someone is sent to a psychiatric facility because of compos mentis after being accused of and confessing to murder, would they ever be released to be a civilian again after being 'cured? Or would they be retried for the crime? and then what would happen? if they were retried, do... View More

Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
answered on Jan 24, 2016

see http://www.judiciary.state.nj.us/rules/

1 Answer | Asked in Collections, Criminal Law and Tax Law for New Jersey on
Q: I think my landlord is committing tax evasion. He's scammed me and should not get away with it. Am I correct about this?

My landlord charges outrageously high regular monthly "donations" of the same amount each month (I thought donations were gifts). He refuses to take a check for his monthly "donation" because he doesn't want there to be proof of rent; he insists on being paid in cash.... View More

Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
answered on Jan 24, 2016

this is not a criminal law question. this is landlord tenant

1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for New Jersey on
Q: what are my right when being evicted

My bf I'd throwing my out this weekend. All my check goes to his back account which I'm not on. My DL showsb this address and all my possessions are here. I moved from Michigan 6 months ago and left everything. He has dui and alcoholic. Mostly verbal abuse and some physical.

Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
answered on Jan 24, 2016

see judiciary website tenant's right

http://www.judiciary.state.nj.us

1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for New Jersey on
Q: Does Landlord forfeit rent if he cashes partial rent checks but gives written notice to Tenant that rent was incomplete?

Tenant pays correct rent for several months. Then for 4-5 months pays partial rent. Landlord cashed the checks but gave written notice to Tenant that the rent was incomplete and the unpaid rent was due. Tenant signed receipt of notice, ignores it, but resumes paying correct rent for several more... View More

Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
answered on Jan 24, 2016

landlord can still file eviction and accept partial payment. try to settle:

APPENDIX XI-V C CONSENT TO ENTER JUDGMENT (TENANT REMAINS)

Plaintiff

v.

Defendant

SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY

LAW DIVISION: SPECIAL CIVIL PART COUNTY

LANDLORD-TENANT...
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1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for New Jersey on
Q: Me and my landlord settled out of court.on the last pay he received partial and after the 7 day I received a removal

I tried to give him the remainder but before I could I received a weren't of removal can he do this

Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
answered on Jan 24, 2016

if no payment in full landlord can proceed with removal. the judiciary website says Enforcement of Settlements and Consent Judgments

To enforce a settlement agreement or consent judgment that allowed a tenant to either stay or vacate at a

time certain while also paying an agreed...
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1 Answer | Asked in Probate for New Jersey on
Q: I am the executor of my aunt's estate. How do I pay bills if she has no cash or bank accounts?

Bills such as mortgage, taxes, utilities, etc.

Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
answered on Jan 24, 2016

If the estate does not have sufficient assets to pay liabilities, below is the NJ Court Rule dealing with Proceedings When Estate Is Insolvent. It is an expensive process.

NJ Court Rule 4:91-1 Proceedings When Estate Is Insolvent

4:91-1. Proceedings When Estate Is Insolvent...
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1 Answer | Asked in Probate for New Jersey on
Q: 2yrs prior to passing friend gave me a 1993 car that needed work and signed the title. I told him I would return the car

if I couldnt fix it. I told my mechanic the car has sentimental value and wanted to spend the money to fix it. I put over $1500 and waiting for computer part to arrive. I had to search all over the country for a used part because they dont make these parts anymore. His niece is the executor by... View More

Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
answered on Jan 24, 2016

If nothing in writing person usually loses in court.

1 Answer | Asked in Probate for New Jersey on
Q: How do I get brother off deed who has judgements?

My mother died intestate. I have 2 siblings and my brother has judgements, not against the estate property. When my husband and I went to close, we found out these judgements and title company won't issue title insurance due to these debts. He already owes estate that he incurred while mother... View More

Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
answered on Jan 24, 2016

his name is not on deed, but as interest in Estate. If title co will not insure without payment, sell property and have title co hold money in escrow.

1. We need to prepare

(1) Deed

(2) Affidavit of Title

(3) Affidavit of Exemption if senior or sale price less...
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1 Answer | Asked in Probate for New Jersey on
Q: I have 2 siblings. My mom passed 4 yrs ago.I have stored her belongings in storage I would like to empty it can I?

No will there was ins that was left to my 2 sons and was used to bury her. Her house was in process of forecloser prior to her passing, has money in the bank, she also was raising 2 autistic granddaughters with no prior arrangements for them I have had them also. I offered to be a administrator... View More

Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
answered on Jan 24, 2016

become administrator of estate and get court approval. Litigation Involving Intestacy

Intestate Succession

When no Will exists, Real and Personal property is not distributed according to the decedent person's desires. Rather, it is distributed according to the statutes of New...
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1 Answer | Asked in Probate for New Jersey on
Q: How long should it take to settle a home sale from an estate without a will?

My aunt's house was sold in November and the funds have not been distributed. The lawyer said they are in a non interest bearing trust fund while the state audits the sale.

Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
answered on Jan 24, 2016

Administrator needs to file inheritance tax return and obtain tax waivers. NJ Inheritance Tax

The NJ Transfer Inheritance Tax recognizes five beneficiary classes, as follows:

Class “A” - Father, mother, grandparents, spouse, child or children of the decedent, adopted child or...
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1 Answer | Asked in Probate for New Jersey on
Q: my sister still has not probated the will. its been almost a year. shes also taken $ and not shown it out of dads acct.

My sister, exe of my parents will probated the will after I took her to court for NOT probating the will. She listed only 20K in the bank account and the house. I have bank records showing my parents had much more then 20K and she also was taking 5 k a month out of the accounts AFTER my dad was... View More

Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
answered on Jan 24, 2016

Removing the Executor of a Probate Estate

By Kenneth A. Vercammen, Esq.

In New Jersey, the court and surrogate do not supervise how an executor or administrator handles the estate. Unfortunately, the Executor occasionally fails to timely carry out their duties. They may fail to...
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1 Answer | Asked in Juvenile Law for New Jersey on
Q: I'm a 16 year old male, is it allowed for me to go out and/or have sexual engagement with a 19 year old female??
Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
answered on Jan 24, 2016

depends if the older person is supervisor, teacher, etc. this is not a juvenile law question

1 Answer | Asked in Juvenile Law for New Jersey on
Q: Is it legal to handcuff a 15
Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
answered on Jan 24, 2016

depends if violent

1 Answer | Asked in Elder Law for New Jersey on
Q: What is meaning/definition of cognitively impaired in regards to an elderly person in a nursing home?

If an elderly person in a nursing home doesn't know the date or she can't recall 3 words, but able to make decisions in regards to choices in her normal daily routine, does that make her cognitively impaired?

Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
answered on Jan 24, 2016

see 42 CFR § 483.75 Administration.

. Hire attorney for guardianship. Legal Guardianship of a Parent or Adult Family Member

Kenneth Vercammen’s Office represents persons seeking legal Guardianship of a Parent or Adult Family Member.

Occasionally an individual can not...
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1 Answer | Asked in Elder Law for New Jersey on
Q: how do i create and file a decree granting legal fees in new york courts
Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
answered on Jan 24, 2016

this is not a NJ question

1 Answer | Asked in Domestic Violence for New Jersey on
Q: How do i get discovery without a lawyler?
Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
answered on Jan 24, 2016

make written request to prosecutor if criminal. DOMESTIC VIOLENCE DEFENSE

by Kenneth A. Vercammen, Esq.

New Jersey domestic violence laws are very strict. A spouse or girlfriend could call the police and if there are any signs of physical injuries the police must arrest the man....
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1 Answer | Asked in Domestic Violence for New Jersey on
Q: My bf tried taking my phone and i didnt give it to him we started yelling at each other and the window at my porch were

Shattered before but when he came up the porch slam the door two window broke. And the cops says ut was domestic violence without me saying anything. And now he has to go to court. Help me i need to knw what to tell the court to help him

Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
answered on Jan 24, 2016

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE DEFENSE

by Kenneth A. Vercammen, Esq.

New Jersey domestic violence laws are very strict. A spouse or girlfriend could call the police and if there are any signs of physical injuries the police must arrest the man. Even without independent witnesses and no physical...
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1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for New Jersey on
Q: Son had an accident and they charged him with racing

My sons friend tried to pass him, hit a bump then ran him off the road. They both ended up taking out a bunch of fence and both cars are in bad shape. The police officer gave them tickets for reckless and racing. I got to the scene before the cops and my son and his friend both said that the friend... View More

Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
answered on Jan 24, 2016

best to hire attorney if serious offense. 39:5C-1 Racing or making speed

records

First offense; disorderly persons

offense

$25 $100 plus court costs

Subsequent offense: Fine or

imprisonment for not more than 90

days or both; disorderly persons...
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1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for New Jersey on
Q: I received a ticket in md in 1998...i left md in 1999. I paid this fine without a doubt. I received a court summ jan 15?
Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
Mr. Kenneth Albert Vercammen
answered on Jan 24, 2016

unless someone has proof they paid a ticket, they will need to pay again. depending on the points, sometimes cheaper to just pay.

The following are points for NJ Motor Vehicle violations.

VIOLATION POINTS

27:23-29 Moving against traffic-NJ Tpke., Garden State Pkwy. and...
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