My husband has been talking to another woman on the phone. States they have not had sex but he wants a divorce because he is in love with her. Wants me to move out so she can move in our house.
answered on May 3, 2021
I'm sorry to hear about that. It's such a tough position.
That cause of action, alienation of affection, was abolished in Oklahoma in 1976.
I wish you the best.
a protective order was dismissed in a protective order trial for insufficient evidence in 2013 in tulsa on its merits. In 2016 in creek county almost identical merits were made in the petition. Is that dealing with subject matter jurisdiction? Because the petition was granted in 2017 barring an... View More
answered on May 3, 2021
You asked a lot of questions that would take quite a bit of time to explain. Putting it simply and reading between the lines some here, I'll say this...
VPOs under the Protection from Domestic Abuse Act in Oklahoma can be filed in the county where the domestic violence happened, where... View More
He is constantly texting and expecting an immediate answer, if I don't he accuses me of maliciously ruining their relationship or even neglect.
answered on May 3, 2021
From what you've described, it does not sound like you have a legal obligation to answer his questions. This can get tricky depending on what the hearing is about.
I wish you the best.
Sexual behavior and random girls brought in and children made to be alone in the living room while dad and girls go in the bedroom. Once a girl came over who had kids and they stayed the night and my ex forced my youngest to sleep in the floor and give up his bed. He only gets the kids every other... View More
answered on May 3, 2021
If you are concerned for your children's safety as it sounds, a better remedy moving forward would be to request the court modify custody and raise your concerns there. You can do that with an emergency motion depending on the facts.
Be cautious - you have a duty to report any child... View More
My step brother is physically abusive towards me also. It has been reported to dhs twice and to cps in Texas a bunch. No one is doing anything about it.
answered on Apr 28, 2021
I'm so sorry to hear you are in this position.
"Legally", your parents could force you back home. Practically, DHS may not take action because you are so close to 18. As a previously emancipated minor, emancipation might be an option for you depending on your circumstances.... View More
I have no memory of making inside my apartment or anything after that and woke up the next morning naked from the waist down. I was left on the couch with my pants on the floor and no blanket to cover me. He was in my bed in my room sleeping. He was also drinking but only had 3 drinks in comparison... View More
answered on Apr 19, 2021
I am so sorry to hear this happened to you. If anyone is in an altered mental state (I.e. blackout drunk), they can't consent to sex, signing a contract, etc. I don't practice criminal law (only civil here), so I'm not sure offhand about the legal definition differences between rape... View More
The child was returned to her mother who is a felon that spent time in prison and is a known drug addict
answered on Apr 13, 2021
There's a lot going on here and more information is really needed to know what the options would be. Many attorneys offer at least free initial consultations.
I wish you the best.
answered on Apr 13, 2021
Yes, we frequently do. Our Rules of Professional Responsibility also encourage a certain number of pro bono hours for each attorney per year.
I noticed that the topic you chose is criminal law. While I don't practice criminal law, others do and offer free (pro bono), low cost (low... View More
answered on Apr 13, 2021
Legal standing basically means that the person/entity who is suing another has a reason to sue them - that they've been personally affected. For example (a silly example), if you and your spouse are having a hard time, a random passerby cannot sue your spouse for divorce on your behalf.... View More
She has a court date but that's all I know. What can I do
answered on Apr 13, 2021
I'm sorry to hear about your loss.
Yes, as the other attorney stated, it would be best to hire an attorney here. This involves more complex procedures especially if anyone argues that you should not be given custody of the children. Searching for a guardianship or adoption attorney... View More
Plus his ex at the time came and rammed my truck so that was stress too
We signed an offer and acceptance for sale of the house. Can we back out of the offer and acceptance and are there expenses we are obligated to cover?
answered on Apr 5, 2021
More information is needed here.
Is there an underlying written lease with the tenant in place? If so, what are those terms regarding moveout and verbal modifications?
To get a renter out of the house, you have to file a Forcible Entry & Detainer with the court and evict them.... View More
She made plans on my day and has told the kids she is going to keep them whether I agree to allow her to or not. Could I call the police?
answered on Apr 5, 2021
This depends on so much. With family law especially, on one hand, you have remedies available under the law; on the other hand, you have to consider that you'll have to co-parent with your ex for years.
Prior to hiring me, I have had parents who take their custody order and call the... View More
I'm a stay at home mom and I'm trying to get into school. We have a toddler. Things are becoming untenable and I know we need to leave. How do I make sure I can keep my little safe when it comes to custody and visitation.
answered on Mar 30, 2021
I’m sorry to hear about your situation. That can be a lot and you should really speak to an attorney about these logistics.
In Oklahoma, if you prove there is domestic violence, the abuser is not supposed to have unsupervised visitation with the children unless the abuser overcomes the... View More
answered on Mar 29, 2021
Yes, Oklahoma allows annulments on the basis of bigamy. Let me know if you have more questions.
I wish you the best.
answered on Mar 25, 2021
There isn't enough information here to answer your question. The Oklahoma Bar Association's website has some free legal resources for tenants that can be found here: https://www.okbar.org/freelegalinfo/tenant/
I wish you the best.
answered on Mar 25, 2021
Where you can file for divorce is governed by statute in Oklahoma. Either you or your spouse must be a resident of Oklahoma for six months; otherwise, the court does not have the power to grant your divorce. If you have been a resident of the State of Oklahoma for at least six months, you can file... View More
I have the support from a cop and his wife that i lived with last time my dad was on drugs. i also have audio clips of him hurting my step mom. i just don’t want me or my baby around him
answered on Mar 24, 2021
I am so sorry to hear you are in this position.
Minors who are 17 can, if they are able to support themselves financially (and other considerations) petition the court for emancipation. That is a process where the court does what is called “grants rights of majority.” Essentially, the... View More
answered on Mar 23, 2021
Generally, yes. There are some exceptions to this, but I don't have enough information here to know more.
He is constantly running away and tries to jump out of the moving car. Can I handcuff him to me to keep him from running off?? Is that legal?
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