You were sentenced pursuant to the statute that was in place at the time the crime was committed. The new statute does not apply to crimes committed before it was signed into law, unless it specifically states that it is to be applied retroactively.

Domestic violence is a violent charge. However, the court that you are dealing with may have a list of charges that are considered violent for sentencing purposes.

Spouses going through a divorce can choose to dispose of their money and property any way this wish in a divorce. The court may step in to make inquiries if their is evidence that an unrepresented party. If being defrauded, but that is rare.

Yes, but she will have to petition for guardianship in the chancery court of the county where the child lives.

It is difficult to answer this question because you do not say why you would need to register. However, if you are under a legal duty to register, you will need to follow the requirements of the State and Court in which you were convicted. The best thing for you to do is contact your probation... View More

You will need to call either the Municipal Court or Justice Court listed on the bottom of the ticket and ask the Clerk’s office.

You have not asked a question.

You will have to file a Petition to modify the current order. If it is contested, you will have to show a material change in circumstances in the custodian parent’s home which adversely affects the the best interests of the children. If you ex agrees, it is a simple case of getting her to sign... View More

If you have a court order that states you are not ordered to pay current support or an arrearage, then the State will not be able to collect back support from you.

You will not need an attorney in this case. You are a witness for the State.

The outcome will always depend on the Judge and the facts of each case. However, I can tell you that if child support is not paid as ordered then the Judge can order the back support paid, order the payor to reimburse attorney’s fees and any costs, order the payor to jail until the amount is... View More

You cannot be held liable for his child support obligation.

In order to transfer the titles and deeds of property to another’s name after the death of the title owner, the estate will need to be probated so that the Court can issue an order allowing the transfer. The IRS can, of course, seize property to satisfy the tax debt; however, the question is... View More

The statute of limitations for felony drug possession is 2 years unless you have absconded from the jurisdiction or have otherwise hidden your location such that you could not be served with an indictment.

You should file an objection to the waiver, which can be something as simple as stating that you did not sign the waiver filed with the court and that you object to the conservatorship. You should also contact the attorney representing your stepmother and appear at the time and place set for... View More

There is no need to “domesticate” an Alabama marriage license in Mississippi. If the marriage is lawful in Alabama, Mississippi will recognize it. However, the test for filing a custody action in Mississippi has nothing to do with where the marriage took place. The question is where was the... View More

It depends on what crime you are accused of committing. Each crime has a statute of limitations; however, some have none. This question cannot be answered without knowing what the crime is.

Unfortunately, if the suspect has been tried and acquitted, he cannot be retried. You could sue him civilly, but that would probably not do you any good as he is more than likely unable to pay any Judgment. It seems that the only justice for your loved one would be to work to have the DA voted out... View More

You do not provide enough information about your current situation to answer this question. I’m unsure as to what “form” you are referring to.

You will have to file for a modification of your current agreement or judgment and ask that the Court grant you custody. If you feel that the children are in danger due to the drug use, you can also contact CPS and make a report. If they find that the allegation has merit, they can remove the... View More