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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Alabama on
Q: What are penalties for 2nd degree theft of property
Steven D. Eversole
Steven D. Eversole
answered on Mar 24, 2011

Theft of property in the 2nd degree is a call c felony punishable by 1 t0 10 years in prison. Please contact me for further information or visit my website at http://www.criminal-defense-attorney.info or my Alabama Criminal Law Blog at http://www.birminghamcriminaldefenseblog.com. I have also... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Alabama on
Q: In ALABAMA do you have to continue to pay child support for a 18 child that has dropped out of high school and employed
Steven D. Eversole
Steven D. Eversole
answered on Mar 24, 2011

Normally, in the State of Alabama, child support is mandatory until the age of 19. However, if a child no longer lives with the parent receiving the child support under the circumstances you describe, you can have said support stopped via modification. Please give me a call or visit my website for... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Alabama on
Q: What does a charge of 2nd degree marijuana charge sentence carry a misdemeanor or felony
Steven D. Eversole
Steven D. Eversole
answered on Mar 24, 2011

A UPOM II charge(unlawful possession of marijuana in the second degree) is possession of marijuana for personal use. It is a class a misdemeanor, the most serious misdemeanor category. There are various and serious ramifications for such a charge. You should always consult an attorney prior to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for Alabama on
Q: How can i go about having my exwife's alimony revoked? we have been divorced for 5 years and there was no time limit on
Steven D. Eversole
Steven D. Eversole
answered on Mar 24, 2011

It may depend on what kind of Alimony you mean. Periodic or Alimony in Gross. Alimony in Gross is a property settlement, kinda like who gets the house. Alimony in Gross cannot be modified. Periodic alimony, which is commonly referred to as spousal support and what most people mean when they... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Alabama on
Q: What is the penalty range in alabama for a class c felony involving criminal mischief in the first degree?
Steven D. Eversole
Steven D. Eversole
answered on Mar 24, 2011

I have posted the relevant statute for your consideration below. Criminal Mischief in the first degree is a class c felony with a range of punishment from 1 to 10 years in prison. I strongly suggest you consult an Alabama Criminal Defense Attorney as soon as possible. Truth is, many factors are... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Alabama on
Q: Wat is 1st degree assault
Steven D. Eversole
Steven D. Eversole
answered on Mar 24, 2011

here is the relevant statute:

Section 13A-6-20

Assault in the first degree.

(a) A person commits the crime of assault in the first degree if:

(1) With intent to cause serious physical injury to another person, he causes serious physical injury to any person by means of a...
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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Alabama on
Q: My ex wife doesn't let my parents see the kids but agreed in the court that my parents have custodial rights

Rights to my children, both boys.

Steven D. Eversole
Steven D. Eversole
answered on Mar 24, 2011

I am somewhat confused by your question and need much greater detail. However, if your parents have been granted custody in a court proceeding that should be all they need. They just need to enforce those rights. If not, there is a Grandparents rights statute in Alabama. Either way, you should... View More

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Q: What is the legal age of consenct in the state of alabama ??
Steven D. Eversole
Steven D. Eversole
answered on Mar 24, 2011

The age of majority in Alabama is 19. However, the age of consent is 16. I advise you to speak with an Alabama attorney prior to engaging in any conduct that may consider this law.

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