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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Alabama on
Q: i have 4 adult felonies 2 class c 1 class b an 1 class a. An now a class d an c felony charge what is my range of punish
Kyle D Pierce
Kyle D Pierce
answered on Feb 10, 2020

I would need more information, like juvenile issues and any possible revocations, before I could calculate your Sentencing Guidelines. I, or any criminal defense lawyer that you'd like to retain, would be happy to be that as part of the process to begin representing you.

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Alabama on
Q: Hello my name is Matt. I have a pending distribution case in shelby county alabama an I haven't been in trouble since

2010, however I have 3 prior convictions. My concern obviously is going, or not going to prison. I just wanted a few opinions. Thanks in advance.

Kyle D Pierce
Kyle D Pierce
answered on Feb 1, 2020

Every case is different, so I would need to know more information. However, under the Alabama Sentencing Standards, your case would likely be a prison recommendation. That said, a lawyer could help you explore the options available, like Community Corrections or Mitigating Factors that could result... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support and Family Law for Alabama on
Q: Aren't IWOs standard for child support in initial custody cases unless otherwise agreed to by both parties? (AL)

Ex's lawyer tried to take out the need for an IWO out of the final draft of settlement agreement and now ex is saying an IWO won't be issued if we go to court. Isn't an entry of IWO required, per section 30-3-61 Alabama 1975?

Kyle D Pierce
Kyle D Pierce
answered on Feb 1, 2020

I would need to know more about your situation to give any specific advice, but, in a private divorce, an IWO isn't required. However, it is generally highly suggested.

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Alabama on
Q: What are the chances of settling this charge out of court?
Kyle D Pierce
Kyle D Pierce
answered on Feb 1, 2020

Hi, without more information about the charge it is almost impossible to answer your question. However, in Alabama, most felonies have a Presumptive Sentence, based on the Alabama Sentencing Guidelines, which will give you a good idea of the likely sentencing range.

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1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for Alabama on
Q: We are having difficulty getting the board to answer our request to see the books and vote for wind coverage. Help?

The board has denied the president the right to hold a special meeting and they refuse to let anyone view the books for condo association

Kyle D Pierce
Kyle D Pierce
answered on Oct 16, 2016

An attorney would need to review your condo association bylaws to give a specific answer, but the Association generally would be unable to prohibit a member from viewing the books.

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for Alabama on
Q: What happens if you have sex with your spouse after he filed for divorce?

My husband filed for divorce on July 1. He has since come back to the house and has had sex. Does this have any consequences to his filing?

Kyle D Pierce
Kyle D Pierce
answered on Oct 16, 2016

I would doubt it. It might have some effect if the divorce was filed on fault based grounds, which generally does not happen in Alabama any longer. You would need to contact a local family law attorney to explore your options and represent you in the divorce.

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce and Family Law for Alabama on
Q: Me and my wife have been split up for three years . She had a child , am I legally responsible for that child even tho

It's not mine

Kyle D Pierce
Kyle D Pierce
answered on Oct 16, 2016

If the child is not yours and you did not adopt the child, you are likely not responsible for any child support payments. However, a local family law attorney could examine your situation to give a more definitive answer.

1 Answer | Asked in Elder Law for Alabama on
Q: My niece is living with my Mother and is verbally abusive and unstable how do we get her out?

My Mother has a bad heart and I fear for her life. My niece is a drug addict and unstable she stabbed my Mothers mattress but the police say they can not use that because Mother let her move back in afterwards.My mother is 77 and it takes so long to evict someone I fear Mother will not make it.

Kyle D Pierce
Kyle D Pierce
answered on Oct 16, 2016

Consult a local attorney concerning a restraining or protective order. Your Mom may be able to get a temporary one to protect herself immediately.

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