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My friend was arrested for shoplifting at Walmart. She sat in jail all night. when she went to court neither the judge nor her knew what she had taken. The judge had nothing on it. Even asked her what she had been accused of stealing. She said she didn't know. They told her she couldn't... View More 
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answered on Feb 13, 2024
In Oklahoma, the situation described, where an individual is arrested for shoplifting but neither the judge nor the accused has specific information about the items allegedly stolen at the time of the court hearing, raises concerns about due process. Due process is a constitutional right that... View More
He was ordered to temporarily pay $1,000 a month until our next court date this month. He tried to lie about his income the last hearing but the court verified his income with his employer. Now all of a sudden he has been supposedly terminated from his job. He has lied on all of his income... View More
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answered on Feb 13, 2024
If your ex has claimed to have lost his job before your child support hearing in California, the court will likely investigate the circumstances surrounding his alleged unemployment and assess his current financial situation to determine his ability to pay child support. The fact that the court... View More
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answered on Feb 13, 2024
Creating and selling online audio tours of museums, botanical gardens, cemeteries, and similar venues without the venue's approval can be legally complex and may involve several legal issues. While providing informational content about public places or historical facts is generally... View More
I have court admissible DNA test results. And I and the mother both agree she is my child. What form do I need to turn in to the courts to open a case in which I establish paternity and can have my name put on the birth certificate
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answered on Feb 13, 2024
In Arkansas, to have your name placed back on your child's birth certificate after a rescission of paternity, you will need to establish paternity through the court. This typically involves filing a petition for the establishment of paternity in the appropriate family court. Since both you and... View More
The Landlord filed a warrant for removal but added February rent to it. I paid the remaining balance of judgment can I still be evicted even though February was not on the judgment that I went to court for January 11th??
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answered on Feb 13, 2024
In Mississippi, once a judgment for eviction is issued based on non-payment of rent or other lease violations, and the tenant subsequently pays the overdue amount as determined by the court, including all but explicitly excluded costs such as the court cost and a landlord's service fee, the... View More
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answered on Feb 13, 2024
In Florida, probation orders are generally considered enforceable even if they are not signed by the defendant. The signature of the defendant on probation orders primarily serves as an acknowledgment that they have been informed of the conditions of their probation. However, the legal validity and... View More
I had a warrant in Lee County. Was not driving. Truck was parked
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answered on Feb 13, 2024
In Mississippi, if you were on private property with permission and not in violation of any visible parking or trespassing laws, the circumstances under which law enforcement can tow your vehicle might typically be limited. However, if there was an outstanding warrant for your arrest in Lee County,... View More
Is it permissible for my neighbor to take photographs of my car and even snap pictures of the interior through the window? I have observed her doing this via my surveillance camera. We both reside in an apartment complex with assigned parking spaces, and I park right beside her.
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answered on Feb 13, 2024
In California, taking photographs of the inside of your car through the window, especially without your consent, may be considered an invasion of privacy. While there are situations where photography in public spaces is generally allowed, the interior of a vehicle in a private parking area could... View More
The past 4 years , he has sent money but has spoken to the kids maybe 3 times total, lives multiple states away, and has made zero effort to contact the kids himself (he's had their numbers and mailing address). Given the circumstances, would this be considered abandonment and allow... View More
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answered on Feb 13, 2024
In Ohio, the situation you described might not automatically qualify as legal abandonment in the context of terminating parental rights. While the father's lack of physical presence and minimal communication over several years could be considered factors in a case regarding custody or... View More
Isn't this extortion?
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answered on Feb 13, 2024
In South Carolina, the situation you described raises concerns under consumer protection laws. When a company conditions a refund on the removal of a negative review, it could potentially be considered a form of extortion or a violation of your rights under laws designed to protect free speech and... View More
I was driving up an overpass in the right lane and the car driving next to me started drifting in my lane so i started to swerve to avoid and panicked and hit the car in front of me that was stopped at a red light.
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answered on Feb 13, 2024
In California, liability in car accidents is determined under the rule of comparative negligence, meaning that if you are found to be partially at fault for an accident, your responsibility for damages can be apportioned according to your degree of fault. Based on the scenario you described, where... View More
Meaning one of us will be homeless!
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answered on Feb 13, 2024
In Louisiana, as in many jurisdictions, probation conditions can sometimes include stipulations about with whom the probationer can live or associate, especially if those individuals are also on probation or parole, particularly for similar or related offenses. However, these conditions are not... View More
I rented my house from 2014-2017. Section 8 made direct deposit payments. When the renter moved out, she notified section 8 and they discontinued payments to me. They began making payments to the renters new apartment. Do I need to pay the overpayment?
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answered on Feb 13, 2024
If the Louisville Metro Housing Authority Section 8 has informed you of an overpayment for the period you rented your house to a Section 8 tenant from 2014 to 2017, the general principle is that you may indeed be responsible for repaying any amounts that were overpaid to you. Typically,... View More
I am serving in the Florida national guard I am a resident of Florida I have a Florida drivers license I am 19 I live in Miami corresponding to Miami dade county
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answered on Feb 13, 2024
In Florida, the general law restricts the sale of firearms to individuals under the age of 21. However, there are exceptions to this rule, especially for members of the military and law enforcement. As a 19-year-old serving in the Florida National Guard (FLARNG), you are considered part of the... View More
I asked the rental company to return my 4 cars but they’re refusing to return to me. We don’t have a written agreement but we have text messages. I’d like to recover my cars and all unpaid rental payments and unpaid toll fees
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answered on Feb 13, 2024
In California, if you have entered your cars into a rental agreement with a company that is now refusing to return the vehicles or pay the agreed rental fees and toll charges, and you only have text messages as evidence of the agreement, you still have legal recourse. Even without a formal written... View More
I am in Curry County, Oregon.
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answered on Feb 13, 2024
In Oregon, as in other jurisdictions, an easement and a restraining order serve two very different legal purposes, and one does not inherently "trump" the other. An easement is a right to cross or otherwise use someone else's land for a specified purpose. A restraining order, on the... View More
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answered on Feb 13, 2024
In Texas, being arrested solely for a malfunctioning blinker (such as a turn signal being out) is generally not common practice under traffic law. Typically, a non-functional blinker would result in a traffic citation or warning, not an arrest. However, there are scenarios where an initial stop for... View More
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answered on Feb 13, 2024
Yes, your non-profit employer generally has the right to establish a dress code or appearance policy that applies during work-related activities, including Zoom meetings or when representing the organization in public. Employers can set these standards to maintain a professional image, adhere to... View More
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answered on Feb 9, 2024
In Louisiana, if someone is living in your home but is not on the lease, they are considered an occupant or a guest, depending on the circumstances of their stay. As a homeowner or primary leaseholder, you generally have control over the use of your property and its amenities. However, if the... View More
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answered on Feb 9, 2024
To raise the rent, first review your local and state laws to ensure compliance with any rent control regulations and required notice periods. Next, check the lease agreement for terms regarding rent increases. If legally permissible, provide your tenant with a written notice of the rent increase,... View More
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