Younever exactly know what will happen when you go to criminal court. Usually, it depends on the jurisdiction.

If this is truly your first criminal offense, then you can ask for diversion, which allows you to have your record expunged if you don't get in trouble for a year.... View More

Believe it or not, this happens all the time. Typically, the scenario is this. Someone abuses or threatens another person. Usually, it is a spouse or boyfriend or girlfriend. The person who did the abuse gets scared and calls the police and tells them that they were abused. This can be tough... View More

In the State of Tennessee, the statute of limitations for breach of contract is six (6) years. There are certain ways that the creditors can obtain proof that you admitted the debt within 6 years. It could be a writing that you sent or it could be a recorded call with an admission. If it has... View More

Anybody can sue anybody, but I think you have a good defense. Don't talk to the insurance company and hire a lawyer.

That is a sexual offense of a minor, regardless if she consented or not. I would consult with local counsel.

It doesn't sound like this is workers' comp. Have you filed a criminal action for assault?

There is no way that a remote attorney can tell you if you are going to jail. You need to consult with local counsel and tell him or her the facts.

Hey Man, that is a fairly complicated question. The issue of addressing mental health is more popular; however, it is slowly coming around.

The answer will vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. The District Attorney will have your case before them. Nobody knows what type of plea... View More

Well, pretty much, life happens next. Go get a less expensive place to live and start over. You can't go back.

I don't understand the question.

I practice law in Hamilton, Bradley, Polk and McMinn Counties in Tennessee. It has always been the case here that if a spouse wants to restore her maiden name, we do it in the divorce, because you don't have to pay extra for it. If we don't do it in the divorce, then we have to file... View More

Based upon what you have written, it does not seem to be an easy answer. The best thing that you can do is consult with a goo, local criminal defense attorney.

What city are you located in?

Yes, you can be sued for anything, anytime; however, it does not mean you were wrong. I would make sure to write them a letter, letting them know the defects and why you are not paying. I would further suggest that you hire an attorney to do if for you, so they are on formal notice.

Thank you for the question. I'm sorry; however, there is really not enough information to provide you with an accurate answer. I guess my question is why did you not turn in an Order of Protection then? You can still go to the local courthouse and file for an Order of Protection. I think... View More

Thank you for the question. When you say that you only have one felony on your record, that statement is not as simple as it seems. Most job applications want to know if you have had a felony or a crime involving dishonesty. I think that most of the people in America are afraid of fentanyl. It... View More

You can request your criminal record. I would consult with a local attorney to find out why it is on your record and whether he/she can get it off if it is false.

First of all, when you go on a public forum like this, you need to keep your question to legal issues without talking about all of the facts. It is a little late to give you Miranda rights; however, anything you say can and will be used against you. Second, there is no way that an online lawyer... View More

Generally speaking, in the State of Tennessee, marital property is divided, but separate property is not. All of the property is identified, classified and valued. Tennessee is an “equitable distribution” state, which means that once the property is classified as marital or separate, the... View More

You have a constitutional right to an attorney. Petition the Judge to give you a Public Defender or appointed attorney. With what you meantioned, I would not go to court without an attorney.