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What can I do so I’m allowed to see my son on his birthday and so she doesn’t take them out of state and deny me the right to see him on his birthday.
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answered on Jun 24, 2020
In every divorce in the State of Tennessee, which involves children, there should be a Permanent Parenting Plan (PPP). On page 8 of the PPP, it provides as follows:
(1) The right to receive from the other parent, in the event the other parent leaves
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I have had medical problems since I was pregnant with my 3rd daughter in 2019. I’ve been in and out of the hospital and have had many test done. They are now thinking I have cancer and have done colonoscopy. I have all paperwork, but the court will try to put me in jail or take my daughter away... View More
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answered on Jun 23, 2020
This is a question and answer forum. You need to contract with a competent local criminal defense attorney.
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answered on Jun 21, 2020
It is somewhat difficult to answer your question on this forum. Generally speaking, the best thing that you can have are witnesses on your behalf. I would suggest a could direct witness who can tesify as a direct participant that the opposite is true. Also, it is could to have a good character... View More
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answered on Jun 18, 2020
If you filed charges against someone, the District Attorneys take it seriously. However, you can tell them that you do not want to prosecute. Generally, they won't dismiss it until you have done this for 3 court dates.
I have an order of protection for me and my children he is in jail looking at prison time for drugs. I have now been seeing my boyfriend for a few months and he wants us to move in with him to keep us safe. My husband has told me many times the only way I was leaving him is in a body bag. But... View More
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answered on Jun 16, 2020
You talk about your divorce in your question. Have you filed for divorce? If you have, then I would talk to your attorney about how to proceed. If you have not filed, then I would get an attorney and file as soon as possible.
I was charged with aggravated assault against my boyfriend but he isnt going to show up to court and I’m trying to see if the charges will be dropped completely or will i still have to deal with something with probation or anything like that??
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answered on Jun 15, 2020
The charges will not generally be automatically dropped. The District Attorney's office will want to know if the victim is serious about not prosecuting. In my experience, you may have to go to court up to 3 times to make sure the victim is not serious about prosecuting.
my nephews i guess now ex keeps knowingly violating the order of protection.My mom has run her off several times.now last night she had him arrested for violating.there both at fault.But she gets off scott free.
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answered on Jun 13, 2020
Generally, there are 2 ways that our firm does orders of protection. If you need one immediately, and you are not in litigation, then you usually go to the local police department. If the order is violated, you can call the police to arrest the person in violation. If you have an order of... View More
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answered on Jun 11, 2020
We can't tell you what an attorney will charge for a divorce, because attorneys will charge different prices based on their view of the circumstances. I doubt that the fact that he is in jail will significantly change the overall price, because we are used to scheduling appointments in jail... View More
Case has had lots of lawyer turnover on plaintiff side, court has found fault with lawyers and not plaintiff. In resetting timelines, expert witness deadline got overlooked. During deposition, one of witnesses from defendant side called john doe made statement saying "X" and cited source... View More
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answered on Jun 10, 2020
Generally speaking, there will be a Scheduling Order drafted by the parties and approved by the court. This governs the deadlines that you have to take expert testimony.
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answered on Apr 8, 2020
It is like Violation of Probation. It means that you have violated the terms of your agreement. Depending on your agreement, the jurisdiction, the DA and the Judge, many things could happen. If it is your first time, nothing may happen. You could get a fine. You could be in a situation where... View More
15th district drug task force in Tennessee has contacted me vie phone wanting to come to my job in the 13th district and I don't know why or what I need to do
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answered on Apr 5, 2020
Call an attorney and follow his or her advice. The attorney will probably want to act as a buffer between you and the agent.
Were stopped for does that make it an illegal search
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answered on Mar 19, 2020
THE STANDARD FOR A SEARCH IS PROBABLE CAUSE, WHICH IS A LOW STANDARD. IT COULD BE THAT THEY SMELLED SOMETHING OR SAW SOMETHING.
YOU CAN FIGHT IT; HOWEVER, IT IS A TOUGH BATTLE.
What will happen at court?
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answered on Feb 19, 2020
You could be fined; however, I have found the courts to be friendly to you if you demonstrate that you have acquired insurance when you appear at court.
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answered on Feb 15, 2020
I'm not sure that I understand your question. There would be a reason that you would be guilty of trespass at Walmart, like a prior theft. If there is a warrant out for you, you will need to consult with an attorney to help you with it, because it will not just go away.
What are the consequences if they do not?
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answered on Feb 14, 2020
Yes. Violation of Probation is treated seriously in the State of Tennessee. If you have a warrant out, then you should consult with local counsel.
Can a defendant avoid jail time if they had a bona fide disability that could not be treated in jail?
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answered on Feb 12, 2020
It is possible; however, you need to consult with a local criminal defense attorney.
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answered on Feb 9, 2020
You can and should hire an attorney at any given point. Some courts will require you to turn yourself in, and in others, the attorney may be able to get you out of the warrant.
On the court website the charge shows as violation of a protection order, but it should have been criminal contempt. I know violating a order of protection is not expungeable, but I don’t know if criminal contempt is expungeable. I’m not sure if I should be worried that the charge may have been... View More
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answered on Feb 7, 2020
Generally speaking, in the State of Tennessee, anything that shows you are guilty will stay on your record forever. A plea bargain is an admission of guilt. If it was a first time offence, then you may be eligible for diversion. If you get that, then you will have a suspended sentence for one... View More
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answered on Jan 29, 2020
You can file a charge with the local police department against anyone that has committed a criminal offense against you.
Can mother be prosecuted and put on probation for said crime when accused has not been convicted?
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answered on Jan 21, 2020
No. You have to be convicted for there to be some type of sentence. A conviction can either be by a jury or if you accept a plea by the District Attorney, you are convicted. I would hire a local attorneyl
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