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1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody for Rhode Island on
Q: how do i wave my self in supieror court for custody battle

so I'm working on fight for custody of my daughter against Dcyf and I have done everything they have asked me to do. Now they are trying to just terminate my rights.i was told I could wave my self to superior court but I'm not to sure how

Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Jul 2, 2017

Talk to your attorney or appointed public defender.

1 Answer | Asked in Probate for Rhode Island on
Q: How long does the probate process usually take?
Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Jul 2, 2017

Talk to your attorney. They will explain the time necessary for creditors to make any claims against the estate (usually six months) and the other tasks necessary to bring the matter to closure.

1 Answer | Asked in Animal / Dog Law for Rhode Island on
Q: Is it legal in Pawtucket to own a pitbull?

I'm getting conflicting information. I'm a landlord and a potential tenant moving from MA has a Pitbull.

Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Jul 2, 2017

Here are the regulations: from http://ecode360.com/8129136#8129255

§ 116-37.1 Pit bulls prohibited.

[Added 12-11-2003 by Ch. No. 2708]

A.

It shall be unlawful for any person to own, possess, keep, exercise control over, maintain, harbor, transport, or sell within...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Family Law for Rhode Island on
Q: My boyfriend and his wife split about a a week ago. No court orders. Can he go take his son if she refuses to let him.
Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Jul 2, 2017

Your boyfriend should meet with, consult, and retain, an attorney. You should have minimum involvement, despite your wishes to assist him in his divorce, parenting time, and other issues that shall likely have to be resolved.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Child Support for Rhode Island on
Q: My Ex owes $1500 in arrears child support. He's to collect a lump TDI check. He is trying to fight the garnishment?

He has spoken to an attorney to stop the garnishment of the arrears owed to me. Can he?

Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Jun 29, 2017

You would do well to get an attorney as well. At the very least, you should be communicating these developments to your Child Support Enforcement Agent at 77 Dorrance st.

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for Rhode Island on
Q: What does answered or unanswered I a divorce final judgement paper mean ?

:What does answered or unanswered In a divorce final judgement paper mean ?

Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Jun 29, 2017

A divorce complaint may receive an answer and counterclaim from the defendant. These are usually filed within 20 days from the date of service by constable. In our Rhode Island Family courts, if the defendant appears they are considered "Answered." But, if they have not filed an answer... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Animal / Dog Law for Rhode Island on
Q: Can they impound my dog if it wounded another dog. Yet the owner of the wounded dog does not wish to press charges ?
Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Jun 27, 2017

Yes, the city may take action under their ordinance. Seek professional assistance in defending this as it is a specialized practice to defend animals under the statutes and ordinances.

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for Rhode Island on
Q: What happened if the judge deninies my Decision pending entry of final judgement form

I tried to write the paper myself , however the women at the counter say it is written wrong but they gave it to the judge anyhow .

Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Jun 27, 2017

This is why we have attorneys working to assist you in properly preparing the forms and navigating the process. If you file defective pleadings, there may be undesirable consequences that may delay or even dismiss your case leaving you to start again, or inadvertently remain legally married despite... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Rhode Island on
Q: in school a kid threw food at me hard point blank is that assault

I was sitting in the cafeteria and a kid who has been harassing me for some time now sat across from me and started throwing food from his lunch at me point blank and hard

Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Jun 25, 2017

Talk to the administrators. They should have procedure for dealing with this.

1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for Rhode Island on
Q: Can my landlord evict me if i havent broken the lease?

I received an eviction notice, not from a court but from a property managing company. The notice does not state the reason for eviction and when i asked the landlord her answer was that shes evicting me because i dont clean, which isnt true.

Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Jun 25, 2017

There is a procedure for eviction for reason other than non-payment of rent. Retain an attorney to defend you if you wish to stay there.

1 Answer | Asked in Child Support for Rhode Island on
Q: My kids father and I are back together. How do I take him off child support? He was put on cause of child care.
Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Jun 25, 2017

Notify Child support enforcement of the change in circumstances. www.cse.ri.gov/

1 Answer | Asked in Child Support for Rhode Island on
Q: How can I find out how much Child Support was paid to me in 2015 and get documentation?
Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Jun 25, 2017

If your child support order is paid through the family court, they will be able to provide you or your lawyer with a copy of the ledger.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Criminal Law for Rhode Island on
Q: Can i file a police report on a person who makes me want to commit suicide

I was wondering if i can file a report on a girl that bullies me and made me have suicidal thoughts.

Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Jun 25, 2017

A civil restraining order is something you might also consider.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for Rhode Island on
Q: Do I have legal recourse, monetary claim against state agency?

My stupid led to a night in the ACI. I was wearing jewelry approximate retail value of about $30k. This occurred back in 2011 I was shocked that their procedure was to take all my jewelry and belongings put it into 8 by 11 mailer and mail it out with no tracking what so ever: fyi they do now. They... View More

Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Jun 25, 2017

After six years have lapsed, it is unlikely you will get to a satisfactory resolution.

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Rhode Island on
Q: I was pulled over for suspended registration due to lack of insurance. I have court this Thursday. What if I do not hav

proof of insurance before court?

Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Jun 25, 2017

You will most likely be adjudged guilty of the offense charged.

1 Answer | Asked in Small Claims, Criminal Law and Employment Law for Rhode Island on
Q: At what point is this harassment?

I was told by a police officer yesterday to not speak with my roommate/co-worker and to get a restraining order on her because I had to write two police reports on her yesterday. Word got around work that I was going to get one and now she is having my other co-workers come to my desk and taunt me,... View More

Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Jun 25, 2017

For your own peace of mind, you might be looking for a new live/work situation. A restraining order will likely necessitate exceptions to allow for incidental contact at work/home and may be of little help to you.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Rhode Island on
Q: Can you get in trouble for calling someone pretending to be a cop in RI
Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Jun 25, 2017

Yes, this crime is called IMPERSONATION of a public officer

TITLE 11

Criminal Offenses

CHAPTER 11-14

False Personation

SECTION 11-14-1

§ 11-14-1 Impersonation of public officer.

Every person who shall falsely assume or pretend to be a judge,...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Rhode Island on
Q: Do I have claim/legal recourse against state for theft of personal belongings?

A stupid act in 2011 led to an overnight in the ACI prior to court. As part of their committing procedure, all my jewelry ( retail value at the time approx. 30k) & belongings were put into an 8 x 11 mailer to which I affixed my name an address. This was put into a box to be picked up by a mail... View More

Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Jun 25, 2017

It's not likely you will be able to have a good chance for recourse six years after the fact.

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for Rhode Island on
Q: For a Rhode Island divorce, is it possible to have a spouse served without using a Sheriff or Constable?

Can the spouse sign something waiving service?

Can we use a disinterested 3rd party?

We are still on good terms and the divorce is not contested.

Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Jun 23, 2017

You might get by with that and save yourself $45 in constable fees. If you have an attorney assisting you, they will likely have a friendly constable able to effect service in a peaceful manner to meet the court requirements. If the judge is not satisfied with your method, it may add a few more... View More

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