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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Arkansas on
Q: What is harassment or stocking? What can I do if this person has already caused an injury in the past

I was injured. We both charged w DOC due to crappy lawyer and prosecutor charges were all dismissed. County will not help me things keep on

Now she is calling me on my social media driving by my home. I’ve been sent magazines in crazy name including my own. Had been nonstop

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answered on Dec 23, 2023

In Arkansas, harassment and stalking are serious offenses. Harassment generally involves engaging in conduct directed at a specific person that causes substantial emotional distress and serves no legitimate purpose. Stalking typically refers to engaging in a course of conduct that causes someone to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Arkansas on
Q: What is the statute of limitations for absconding in Arkansas
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answered on Dec 20, 2023

In Arkansas, the statute of limitations for absconding, which typically falls under the category of parole or probation violations, doesn't follow the usual rules for most criminal offenses. Normally, a statute of limitations sets a time limit for the state to begin criminal prosecution.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Divorce, Family Law and Domestic Violence for Arkansas on
Q: My husband's 2nd domestic within 5 years can he sit my stuff outside and move a woman in OP filed.

I filed an order of protection and pressed charges for him slapping me and slamming the door shut on me when I tried to go in to get my things but he has a woman living there who threatened to beat me up. Everything I own is in there how likely is it that the order of protection will be signed by a... View More

Todd B. Kotler
Todd B. Kotler
answered on Dec 18, 2023

The Court can give you a temporary order of protection if s/he finds that:

You are in immediate and present danger of domestic abuse; or

That the respondent (the abuser) is scheduled to be released from prison within 30 days, and there will be an immediate and present danger of...
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1 Answer | Asked in Business Law for Arkansas on
Q: If a lawyer sent me an unsigned lease and said the property owner approved, they need me to approve it. Will it hold up?
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Dec 24, 2023

An Arkansas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. Since this involves a lease, you could repost and add "Landlord-Tenant" as a category. Although some questions go unanswered on this forum, you might have better chances of a response there. Good luck

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Constitutional Law for Arkansas on
Q: Am I going to have to stay in jail until I see a judge if I turn myself in on terroristic threatening warrant

It's showing it to be second degree class A misdemeanor

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answered on Dec 14, 2023

If you have an outstanding warrant for a second-degree terroristic threatening charge in Arkansas, turning yourself in is a significant decision that can impact the legal process. Whether you will have to stay in jail until you see a judge depends on several factors.

Typically, after...
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1 Answer | Asked in Small Claims for Arkansas on
Q: Would taking a company to small claims be worth it if my credit card company sides with them in a dispute?

I purchased a service a few months ago for $600 that is supposed to help you get more interviews for jobs. They rewrite your CV, interview prep, and apply to 50 jobs per week. Their guarantee is to land you a job within 90 days if you complete all the requirements in their terms. No contract was... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Dec 22, 2023

An Arkansas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. The terms of service argument they make is fairly straightforward. You could check with attorneys or research on your own if there could be other possible issues you could raise. But the problem is that several... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Civil Litigation, Constitutional Law and Probate for Arkansas on
Q: I have a question about my property being released to estranged family, while my truck impounded.

A wealthy family that did not live local had grandsons care for their father. The grandfather gave my husband guns and jewelry that he said his daughters were not getting it this time because they stole all their mothers belongings when he remarried soon after her death. The items in question were... View More

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answered on Dec 4, 2023

In your situation, where property from an impounded vehicle was released to an executor and then allegedly distributed in violation of a court order, there are a few legal avenues you could explore. First, it's important to review the judge's order regarding the release of property. If... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law and Federal Crimes for Arkansas on
Q: My wife took out an ARM loan with out my knowledge. It's that legal
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answered on Dec 5, 2023

Wife can encumber her property interests without your consent or knowledge.

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for Arkansas on
Q: If a will that includes property in Arkansas states that the sell of property be sold and divided 5 ways

But the title company says it has to be divided 7

ways…can the title company go against the will?

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answered on Nov 30, 2023

I rarely give much credence to title co's, but they might be right on this. Hire an attorney to search the title and determine the precise ownership.

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Arkansas on
Q: In traffic court do you have to have an accuser present in court ???

Like if the arresting officer is not present in court , can the case be thrown out ???

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Dec 1, 2023

Can it? Yes. Will it? Well, the prosecution has to meet its burden of proof and if he is able to do that without the arresting officer, then he will proceed with his case in court-----or he may aask the Judge to continue the trial date to another date so that he can get the arresting officer to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Arkansas on
Q: If I receive a ticket in Arkansas and never sign the ticket, but he signs it. Do I pay the ticket or does he? “Commerce”

“Ticket in commerce”

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answered on Nov 30, 2023

In Arkansas, if you receive a traffic ticket, the responsibility for paying the ticket typically rests with you, the recipient of the ticket. The officer's signature on the ticket is part of the process of issuing the ticket, while your signature is generally not a requirement for the ticket... View More

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI, Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Arkansas on
Q: I was charged for dwi years ago walking back to a vehicle with a gas can of gas for a friend who was driving wasI becaI'
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answered on Nov 29, 2023

In Arkansas, as in many states, a DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) charge typically requires evidence that you were operating or in actual physical control of a vehicle while under the influence. If you were merely walking to a vehicle with a gas can, this alone does not typically constitute... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law for Arkansas on
Q: 2018 tax law? Gambling winnings in 2018. I paid Arkansas State taxes. Was I required to pay Oklahoma? 2018 OK. Tax law?

My tax professional told me the law in 2018 did not require me to pay oklahoma. Now he says they've made the law retroactive. Is that constitutional?

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answered on Dec 1, 2023

In 2018, the tax laws regarding gambling winnings varied by state. If you won the gambling income in Oklahoma, the state laws at that time would determine your tax obligations there. Generally, states tax income earned within their borders, including gambling winnings.

If your tax...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation and Landlord - Tenant for Arkansas on
Q: when a attorney files a Witt of possession at the courthouse, how does the sheriff's office get a copy to be delivered

this was filed on the 14th and I have been waiting so I can go get my belongings from the person that broke all of the laws to gain possession of my personal belongings which were in my own residence?

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answered on Nov 21, 2023

Once a writ of possession is filed with the court, it is the responsibility of the plaintiff's attorney to serve the writ on the defendant. This means that the attorney must deliver a copy of the writ to the defendant, either in person or by mail. The attorney must also file a proof of service... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning and Probate for Arkansas on
Q: How does the court appointed administrator for an estate get paid? Does it come out of estate money?

I am the general administrator but the judge is hiring an estate administrator. Does the appointed lawyer get paid by the state or the decedent's estate?

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answered on Nov 18, 2023

In Arkansas, when a court appoints an estate administrator, typically a lawyer, their compensation is usually paid out of the estate's funds. This means that the payment for their services comes from the assets within the deceased's estate, not from the state.

The amount an...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Arkansas on
Q: With 3 prior charges of delivery and now another what could be a sentence
Adam Joseph Childers
Adam Joseph Childers
answered on Nov 17, 2023

There are a number of factors that will determine a potential sentence. The first being the quantity that an individual possessed. Additionally, how prior felony convictions a person has previously is another factor. Feel free to reach out and I can provide better estimates. 501-500-9797.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Land Use & Zoning, Real Estate Law and Criminal Law for Arkansas on
Q: Can I move into an abandoned property?
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answered on Nov 17, 2023

In Arkansas, moving into an abandoned property without permission is not typically legal. This action could be considered trespassing or squatting, which are illegal. To legally occupy an abandoned property, you would need to gain ownership through legal means, such as purchasing the property or... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Insurance Bad Faith for Arkansas on
Q: How to help my case for a bad faith lawsuit before the original lawsuit is finished?

Should I ask my attorney for a letter from the opposing side's lawyer stating "outside of mediations" this is the amount we are seeking with hopes they are within limits in case we go to court and lose for more then limits.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Dec 3, 2023

An Arkansas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. Discuss it with your attorney - they may be more familiar with the other side's counsel, and what they are willing to negotiate for. Good luck

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law and Consumer Law for Arkansas on
Q: Manufacture bought my car back, but sales tax was not included. Can I get my sales tax back? It was used car

The manufacture bought my car back, but did not include my sales tax in the buyback documents. I tried to get my sales tax back myself, and they denied me said it’s always included in the manufacture buyback, but in this case it wasn’t. Can I still get my taxes back if I appeal this decision?... View More

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answered on Nov 13, 2023

In Arkansas, if a manufacturer buys back your used car but does not include the sales tax in the buyback amount, you may have grounds to appeal for the return of those taxes. The fact that the car was used does not inherently affect your ability to seek a sales tax refund in a buyback situation.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law, Elder Law and Criminal Law for Arkansas on
Q: how to find an attorney for mentally ill person put in a county jail till she plead guilty

My client has been in several mental institutions and was told she was INCOMPETENT and UNRESTORABLE by a forensic psychologist. She has been in out of the judicial system since 2012. I just learned some of these things , while doing research . One of her mental illnesses is a not good for her or... View More

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answered on Nov 12, 2023

To find an attorney for a mentally ill person in Arkansas who has been in the criminal justice system, consider reaching out to legal organizations that specialize in civil rights, disability rights, or mental health advocacy. The Arkansas Bar Association can provide referrals to lawyers with... View More

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