Those are separate issues: child support and full custody. However, in my experience, an agreement between the parents that promotes the best interests of the child will be accepted by the court. This sounds like a good situation to retain an attorney as you do not want to have the appearance... View More

I recommend contacting a family lawyer near you to get advice. Here are some basics so you can communicate with that lawyer as to what you are seeking.

The marriage is prohibited by Colorado law because it is bigamous (meaning, one spouse is still legally married to someone else).... View More

The lawyers who answer questions on this website are, in my experience, primarily focused on U.S. law (federal and state). As Bengaluru is in India. My best advice is to google for lawyers in that area and see if you can have a free consultation.

I've included the text from a document prepared by the Philippine Consulate General which explains the procedure as well as the link to the pdf below:

"There is no divorce in the Philippines, but when a divorce is validly obtained abroad and initiated by the foreign spouse, the... View More

Yes: As the website below explains, "section three of the statute says, basically, is that if you’ve been charged with a crime because of your crazy driving (say reckless driving or reckless endangerment, or even DUI), you can still be cited under this section. They are just pointing out... View More

Yes, the judge can enter whatever sentence he or she wants so long as it is within the law. The plea was with the government, not the court. I have seen people plea and then get the maximum sentence anyway.

Sure, you can sue. I'd recommend a personal injury lawyer near you.

Nope (not based on what you said here).

The court could issue a wide range of orders that determine custody. You should consult with a family lawyer in your area. Here is a list: https://www.justia.com/lawyers/family-law/new-mexico/hobbs

It would depend if the court seals such papers from public view. The clerk's office keeps the papers in what is usually public record, but often family matters are sealed. If the file is sealed automatically or otherwise, you need a court order. Regardless, the clerk's office is... View More

It is impossible to answer without more specific facts as courts look at the totality of the circumstances. For example, ties to the community and job status are always considered in my experience.

You can bring an action for trademark infringement and perhaps other causes of action in federal court. If you would like a referral, you can contact me at the email on my website.

I do not believe you have a record, but the local police department may well have kept a mental note (or actual note) and will see if they get called to your house again. Here is why I think that is true.

First, Texas and Houston in particular has long had a "zero tolerance"... View More

Here is a list of lawyers near you that specialize in Animal & Dog law: https://www.justia.com/lawyers/animal-dog-law/washington/pierce-county

This type of issue comes up enough that there are articles written on it:... View More

In all criminal situations, it is best to hire an attorney who specializes in that law and frequently goes to that court. That is exactly what I would recommend here. You want your attorney to talk for you in this situation.

And, yes, you must appear on the date required. Not showing up... View More

Probably not -- a court would likely find it illegal.

Under ORS 166.240, it is illegal to carry certain weapons concealed: "any knife having a blade that projects or swings into position by force of a spring or by centrifugal force, any dirk, dagger, ice pick, slungshot, metal... View More

You would need to provide an immigration an attorney more specifics about your situation. I believe in your situation contacting an attorney will be well worth it for you.

You would need to give more facts of what was happening since the court would consider the totality of the circumstances in deciding if the officers had probably cause. For example, such a container may be used to help smoke cocaine. A large butane lighter, fuel canisters, a smell similar to... View More

I'm guessing you meant: "What is lack of subject-matter jurisdiction?"

When a court hears your case, there are three questions it must initially ask:

1. Does it have subject-matter jurisdiction? Subject-matter jurisdiction is the authority of a court to hear cases... View More

There is nothing about the President's order that would trigger deportation or removal if someone is traveling within the United States. If he is in removal proceedings, then he is in administrative proceedings to determine his removability under immigration law.

The proceedings are... View More