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Four wheeler and snowmobile in my possession. Does the Ex have the right to take the named possessions. They were not listed in the divorce decree as awarded to the Ex.
answered on Feb 10, 2017
The order says what the order says. If it was in your possession after the date, it belongs to you.
However, it can lead to a mess if the ex wants them back and you don't give the stuff. If he or she trespasses, the police could get involved. Or it could get more messy.... View More 
my mother is on the run from the cops, my dad recently just got out of prison and i currently live with him. he has hit me and put his hands on me. he has mentally and physically abused me. i have no where else to go other than my step-dads. i lived with him for a year, although my mother is not... View More
answered on Feb 10, 2017
Yes, but go get a lawyer and then also talk with that lawyer about getting a restraining order on your father if he is physically abusing you. There are groups that might help you too if you google for domestic violence groups near you.
Regarding your question: "Parental rights have... View More
answered on Feb 10, 2017
Yes, but you should seriously, seriously consider getting a lawyer: "Traffic violations are criminal acts that violate the rules of driving. . . . minor violations can have serious consequences if there are several infractions over a short period of time. These violations can lead to fines,... View More
Good afternoon, my friend lives in UK and has been harassed and threatened by a man that she has been "friends" with for around a year. Now she can barely sleep and feels as though she is unsafe in her home in a different country. I was wondering what her options were since she lives in a... View More
answered on Feb 9, 2017
There is no international law or international court that would cover this. She could talk to the local authorities in the United States or if the man is in the United States, the local police or prosecutor there.
My girlfriend got caught & signed a form of deportation for 5 years can I legalize her? It's been 6 or 7 years since
answered on Feb 9, 2017
The New York City Hospital Police Department (NYHP) is the law enforcement agency in New York City who's duties are to provide onsite safety and security services at hospitals and clinics operated by the New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation (HHC) and to enforce state and city laws at... View More
Have exhausted all options and need to committ now rather than wait on court proceedings
answered on Feb 9, 2017
I don't see any other options, but consider contacting a local lawyer. Involuntary commitments required an Order of Commitment signed by judge and Patient Information Form.
This law firms says: http://kellumlawfirmpc.com/tag/involuntary-commitment-drug-addition-rehabilitation/... View More
answered on Feb 9, 2017
Every lawyer I know would tell you to get a lawyer right away. 103 mph in a 55 mph zone is serious.
Speeding 35 miles per hour or more over the limit (625 ILCS 5/11-601.5(b) is a Class A misdemeanor offense, which is ranked as the most serious misdemeanor. It is one step below a felony... View More
answered on Feb 9, 2017
Under federal law, most offenders convicted under 18 U.S.C. § 922(g) were sentenced to imprisonment (95.6%).
Less than one-quarter (20.8%) of these offenders were convicted of one or more statutes carrying a mandatory minimum penalty:
10.3% were sentenced under the Armed Career... View More
Pay for the missing ammo or risk going to jail.. can this really happen ?
answered on Feb 9, 2017
It is unclear that who has been told to pay. You or the friend?
My son has my last name at the moment and only my signature on the birth certificate.
answered on Feb 9, 2017
Here is the petition for changing a child's last name in Florida: https://www.flcourts.org/core/fileparse.php/533/urlt/982c.pdf
and some basic information: http://legalbeagle.com/6706719-legally-childs-last-name-florida.html
answered on Feb 8, 2017
Congress has control over all immigration-related regulations, while the President is in charge of enforcing immigration laws. The agency that handles immigration enforcement is Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE. That is a federal agency. Immigration court proceedings, at which... View More
My boyfriend living in another country has been blackmailing me with revenge porn and has threatened my life several times. I have lots of proof of this in text messages. When we met he also abused me. I don't know if going to the police will help because I have heard they have no jurisdiction... View More
answered on Feb 8, 2017
The state has jurisdiction when its citizens are harmed or threatened. The more likely reason for this response is that they do not want to get involved because he is overseas and it takes a lot of effort to get him. Does he ever travel back to the states?
Here is a chart outlining the... View More
My security deposit has not been returned to me within the thirty day period. My former landlord is siting damages such as painting, which has to be done for the new tenant, in addition to broken bathroom tiles which were discovered after the maintenance man reset the toilet. I'm going to take... View More
He told me not to come back without doctors note.
answered on Feb 8, 2017
Yes, most employment is "at will" with exceptions, and this is not one of them The employer may fire an employee for any reason, even if that reason is irrational, or for no reason at all. Common exceptions are the employer can't fire someone because of race or gender, etc. So,... View More
I was assaulted and did not fight back. Won't infringe my liberties.
answered on Feb 8, 2017
In a criminal matter, you will be given a lawyer if you can't afford one. My best advice: Don't talk to anyone, particularly the police or prosecutor, without a lawyer. Whenever in court, say, I want a lawyer. And then talk with that person.
And i can't afford to pay a lawyer and i can't get anyone at legal aid so what can i do because the day that i went to take out papers they had me fill out papers for legal aid to help me
answered on Feb 7, 2017
Check out: Women's Commission Domestic Violence Support Groups / Legal Clinic. Support groups for men and women who have been in, or are currently in, any type of abusive relationship as well as for their children ages 5-18 years. There is also a twice monthly legal clinic for consultations... View More
answered on Feb 6, 2017
If you were a class member, and you object to the settlement, then you can file an appeal. Find a case that is similar, and see what documents were filed in the case below and in the Second Circuit via PACER. Here is one example of a case:... View More
Or is there any solution on what i can do ?
answered on Feb 6, 2017
In Texas, it is illegal for an adult (someone 18 or older) to have sex with a minor (someone younger than 17), even if the sex is consensual. Those who break the law have committed statutory rape.
So, yes, he could get sent to prison if a prosecutor makes the charge. If you don't want... View More
answered on Feb 4, 2017
No, you can't sign a child over. The other family might be able to adopt him with a court order. You would need to consult an attorney and, given the age of the child, I would expect it to be difficult.
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