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A friend was on the phone with me when her neighbor claimed she was harrasing her. Because I was on the phone she's accused me too even though I said nothing
answered on Jun 22, 2020
Harassment is an A Misdemeanor in Tennessee meaning you could be sentenced to 11 months and 29 days in jail or probation. However, if the facts you stated are true and you did not communicate with the victim then , in my opinion, the case against you is weak. Harassment requires communication.... View More 
answered on Jun 22, 2020
It depends on what the life insurance policy says happens upon death. It will likely go into his estate which means someone will need to open the estate and start the probate process. You should hire an attorney to assist you.
In my face which was not true at all ! & I had stated right then to the police that he didn't do that & they wouldnt listen to me & still said they were giving him domestic violence we already have court in 2 months , & I don't want to press any charges against him at this... View More
answered on Jun 7, 2020
I'm unsure whether he will be able to bond out but you can call the jail and see if there is a bond. Keep in mind that if he is bonded out he will likely have bond conditions that forbid him from having contact with you (the victim). He will need to hire an attorney to gather all the... View More
My son is an alcoholic and has been in residential treatment for 30 days and I was going to evict him but I was told by a paralegal that since he's been gone for 30 days I don't have to evict him that I just don't have to let him back in.
answered on Jun 6, 2020
To be safe, I suggest a written 30-Day Notice to evict . If your son remains on the property after 30 days , then you may proceed with the eviction process by filing a Summons and Complaint with the court.
We don’t necessarily live together but I’m always there and I have a key. We were both running upstairs to the apartment which she can attest to this and closed the door in my face and when I tried to run inside the door was locked and it cracked the frame. She then unlocked the door and let me... View More
answered on May 28, 2020
Make sure you save the text messages from her. Take a screen shot of them and save them to a file or print them out. You will need them as part of your defense. I recommend hiring an attorney to fight for you. Your attorney will discuss your case with the DA and hopefully come to a resolution.... View More
answered on May 26, 2020
It could possibly be criminal impersonation but, more facts are needed.
You can contact the police office and DA and they can decide if there's enough information to bring the criminal charge.
He was sitting in a car in the street in front of his friend's parents' house. The officer said he smelled marijuana and took a small amount of marijuana from my son. His friend's parents confirmed that he was staying with them. His citation is for simple possession (39-17-318). Now... View More
answered on May 19, 2020
If Marijuana was found on your son then he could be charged with Simple Possession of a schedule VI drug. These type of cases are not usually dropped. It sounds like his first court date is an appearance date which is a formality to give defendant's their trial dates and possibly apply for an... View More
He can be explosive destructive and violent and I fear him receiving the paperwork would set him off and make things worse
answered on May 19, 2020
When you file the complaint for divorce your husband will be served the papers. If you fear he will get violent then I wouldn't be alone with him. Try to make arrangements to stay somewhere else. Don't put yourself in a potentially dangerous situation.
Would it be off record if it was over 25yrs?
answered on May 19, 2020
Felony charges usually stay on your record for life until expunged. Call the District Attorney's office in the county you received the charge and see if you can get it expunged off your record. Certain criteria have to be met before it can be expunged.
Asked to pay fine, if fine paid , was told that charge would be expunged . What else to be done to clear a background check?
answered on May 19, 2020
I agree with Mr. Avery. If it was judicial diversion you will have to complete conditions of probation including paying all fines and court costs. If you can't pay them all you can ask the court to waive some of them. Once your probation officer says you have completed probation you can go to... View More
Their partner shot me twice once in my elbow and once in my lung that collapsed it they took my car as evidence what do I need to do and can I get my car back was this self defence
answered on May 14, 2020
According to your facts it appears to be self defense however, this is a serous situation and an experienced attorney is needed to help and protect you.
answered on May 14, 2020
No you cannot be prosecuted for telling your friend that you killed a turkey that you did not kill.
I do have a past record.dui in2011 over alcohol. DUI second offence was in 2012. Driving on suspended....... I wasn't ordered to have the interlock untill the second one. I paid all my probation, fines, and my reinstatement fee. But i just got a job right before i was pulled over. So... View More
answered on May 13, 2020
Yes it is possible to get things worked out. If you can afford an attorney then it is smart to hire one to help walk you through the process and make sure everything is completed to obtain your license. An attorney can help you obtain a waiver of the interlock device fees as well as negotiate... View More
answered on May 13, 2020
There should be a bond listed unless its a second or more probation violation. If not, then I agree with Mr. Avery in that a motion to set bond should be filed immediately. It's important to hire an attorney to help .
answered on May 11, 2020
It is now the State's case and it is up to them whether they want to dismiss or prosecute. It's important that you call the DA's office and talk to them and see what they plan to do with the case.
I signed my statement and I actually started the altercation. If I say that in court could I be facing jail time ?
answered on May 9, 2020
You will probably not go to jail but you do need to call and straighten out the details. I would call the DA office and talk to the DA or witness coordinator about the issue. If they wont talk to you then make sure to give all the details on the defendant's court date. You will be the main... View More
This woman already has 1 child endangerment charge.
answered on May 8, 2020
It depends on the facility. Some rehabilitation facilities allow for the mother and baby to stay together. Your best bet is to hire an attorney to help find the best rehabilitation place and to defend you in the child endangerment charge. Good Luck.
there was an original charge of simple assault, to which the defendant wanted to plead not guilty. case was sent to circuit court and a court date was issued. no notice of the date was received by the defendant and ultimately he was arrested for failure to appear. after 75 days incarcerated he... View More
answered on May 2, 2020
Unfortunately, you cannot fight for credits if the judge has decided he doesn't want him to have them. He needs to hire an attorney to find out why the judge stripped them . Additionally, the attorney could file a petition for a suspended sentence to bring all the favorable facts you discussed... View More
answered on Apr 30, 2020
I suggest hiring an attorney to discuss the issue with the District attorney. If the DA isn't willing to set a bond then your attorney can file a motion for a bond hearing with the Judge. It will be difficult to get a bond if its a second violation but I have seen it happen. It depends mainly... View More
answered on Apr 29, 2020
It depends what the old will says. If your dad's wife had a former spouse listed in the will then the disposition or appointment of that property is revoked. As a spouse married for three years, your dad should have rights to a 20% elective share of the net estate. You should hire an... View More
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