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answered on May 15, 2021
I think you may be asking, "How do you drop domestic violence charges against someone?" The way criminal charges work is that the alleged victim does not have the legal authority to drop criminal charges against anyone (or to bring criminal charges against anyone). Instead, charges are... View More 
Parents home in early March saying it would be for a couple of days - he has not left. He and I don’t get along and he pushed me the day he moved in. Can I get an emergency restraining order to have him leave so I can bring my father home? We live in Merced - California.
answered on May 14, 2021
I'm sorry to hear about your father. It's good you are able to see to his care. If you contact the County Superior Court, they will be able to direct you regarding the process for application of a restraining order. Seeking local counsel can provide you with the support and guidance... View More
answered on May 13, 2021
more info will be needed
obviously, you need to get a lawyer either private or by requesting the court appoint the public defender at the arraignment.
write out all the facts and have any wits do the same so the lawyer can evaluate the case and determine if it was self defense or... View More
My son is the caregiver for the owner of the property. The property owner is disabled with MS and cannot live alone. The person who filed gave FALSE information, her allegations are lies. She was arrested for calling him a fagot and rested arrest, If he has to leave is friend the owner will have... View More
answered on May 11, 2021
you need to make an appt with a lawyer asap.
there may be some Americans with Disability Act violations or Elder Abuse Law issues.
find a lawyer in your area
I am the victim, I never asked for the criminal one and I dont want the original one
answered on May 11, 2021
courts really look at the victim as the State of California.........what you want is often not important to the DA/Court.
consult with his underlying lawyer for guidance.
My Wife of 3 months has issued a temporary domestic restraining order against me with false allegations. She is an alcoholic and has blackouts in which she becomes irrationally violent, She strikes me, verbally assaults me, and has threatened me with a knife before. I have a recording of once such... View More
answered on May 11, 2021
THE BEST ADVICE I COULD GIVE IS FOR YOU TO CONSULT WITH A LAWYER TO GO OVER ALL THE FACTS.
THE FACTS PRESENTED SUGGEST THAT YOU COULD USE A RO TOO.
IS THERE A DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CRIMINAL CHARGE PENDING?
IF SO AND YOU CAN'T AFFORD A LAWYER, ASK THE COURT TO APPOINT A... View More
I live in California. It was a misdemeanor. I was 18. I'm scared with these new gun purpose gun laws. Open carry is scary.
answered on Apr 28, 2021
10-year Ban under California law from date of DV conviction. There is however a Federal lifetime ban on firearms.
My ex-husband is well off & has stopped paying support against court orders. I believe this is called contempt, and need a divorce/family law attorney to let the courts know & enforce collection. Any help finding one is much appreciated! Thank you. ~
answered on Apr 23, 2021
what court are you dealing with?.............
if Riverside County I will give you some names................
Dale Gribow Attorney at Law 760 837 7500
answered on Apr 18, 2021
more info needed to understand.
however, i do not do that sore of litigation.
that would be civil litigation, not criminal.
chances are you would only find a lawyer to do so on an hourly, not on a contingency
answered on Apr 17, 2021
IF YOU ARE TALKING ABOUT PROTECTION FROM ABUSE, YOU MAY WANT TO RETAIN A PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR TO RESEARCH SAME.
This happen in the state of Oklahoma. I didn't go to testify and so the case was close and dismissed. The case was close in
November 5,2020. I didn't want to press any charges at the time.
answered on Apr 6, 2021
you need to ask for a consultation with an Oklahoma Lawyer.
if case is dismissed it is over..............but it just may not have been prosecuted for some reason
we take care of this from here. He was homeless when I told him he could come live with me. His charged with domestic battery. Can his wife get charges dropped ?
answered on Mar 25, 2021
more info needed.
the case jurisdiction is Idaho and that is where a judge will determine what happens.
it is not up to a victim to determine if charges are to be dropped.
in the eyes of the law the state of Idaho is the victim.
depending on the facts maybe he could... View More
We live together for almost 10 yrs. We had 5 dogs 1 of them he will pay for all the vet ect expenses but i use to feed and pay for everything on 3 of them now they have 9 yrs 8 yrs and 6 yrs i was always taking care of them . They were my emocional support dogs i need them ... he put a... View More
answered on Mar 23, 2021
YOU NEED TO SET UP A CONSULTATION WITH A FAMILY LAW ATTY ASAP..........OR CONSIDER SMALL CLAIMS???
Domestic violence charges
Abuse of economic power, he uses drugs, offenses, and I ran from home knowing that I cannot get a job nor do I have a family to support me here
answered on Mar 16, 2021
CONTACT A LOCAL FAMILY LAW ATTORNEY ASAP WITH ALL THE INFO WRITTEN OUT IF POSSIBLE.
THERE MAY BE CIVIL AND CRIMINAL REMEDIES AT YOUR DISPOSAL DEPENDING ON THE FACTS THAT PLAY OUT.
First offense , no violent record , charges are “corporal spousal abuse”? and kidnap??! Reason for these charges was because i had taken the keys from my fiancé who was at the time , under the influence trying to leave at 3am in her vehicle I was just worried about her safety , she tried... View More
answered on Mar 13, 2021
I suggest you consult with and hire an experienced, reputable attorney in your area who handles domestic violence cases. By the nature of the injuries described, it may be filed as a felony. You have several potential defenses.
Good luck.
Protected party does not live at the address the move out order was issued
answered on Mar 19, 2021
Yes, by Court Order.
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My stepmother listed my address as hers and was granted a move out order for me she does not live with me. She put my fathers address where I live maliciously to sabotage me taking care of my father who is very ill and she moved out.prior to seeking restraining order
My stepmother listed my address as hers and was granted a move out order for me she does not live with me. She put my fathers address where I live maliciously to sabotage me taking care of my father who is very ill and she moved out.prior to seeking restraining order
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