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By that, I mean by Federal law, any possible state law, and California law.
answered on Mar 9, 2021
Did the male report the "rape" immediately?
If not, the law favors the child being cared for more than it cares about the details of the act of procreation.
The judge of our ongoing case advised that we are protected under the 5th amendment, not just me both my x and myself. He stated we were both guilty of threatening each other, me of burning the apartment down in the video and her threatening to kill me. Will the restraining order get granted? She... View More 
answered on Mar 9, 2021
more info needed.
However, if it is an ongoing case then you both have lawyers, either private or court-appointed. They will be familiar with the court, judge, and DA assigned. They will also have the police report and prior record. That is the person you should ask not a random lawyer who... View More
The victim is my mom. I got into a argument with her and she hit me. I stopped her by grabbing her by her wrists. And when she continued I grabbed her shoulders and asked her to calm down.
I left because she continued to try and hit me and the police was called on me. I got arrested and she... View More
Iv done everything asked per court order have not tested dirty but other parent is requesting hair test and only to prolong me seeing my daughter
answered on Mar 2, 2021
more info needed.
you should go over this with your attorney.
i assume there was some kind of evidentiary hearing and based on that the judge made the hair analysis order?
a judge would normally have that power.........whether it is correct or appealable is another... View More
Or is the bailbonds dropped
answered on Feb 25, 2021
You still owe the bail bondsman for posting bail on your behalf because uou entered into a biding contract with him (or he) independent of the charges being "dropped" (never filed or dismissed).
The paralegal strongly advised to make sure I write a declaration letter stating my case . Unfortunately the dates have been changed and the documents don’t look the same as when we first went over it together over the phone . Do I really need that? i have enough proof on my phone and from the... View More
answered on Feb 25, 2021
Unless you have an attorney, bring everything that you can. Let the judge say "no" if it is too much.
I want to know why they did that to me. They have refused to acknowledge that it has caused me distress for 25 years. I want to know why they did it in the first place. I just want them to have to acknowledge it and stop lying and be accountable in a public forum.
answered on Feb 27, 2021
more info needed.
anyone can sue anyone for anything at any time.
the issue is usually will you be successful AND can you afford the costs of doing so..... a
and what can you reasonably expect to get?
Because death certificate indicates Covid. What can be done. Believe foul play by partner.
Also need a California victims board lawyer 2nd appeal and a civil attorney against the Sacramento jail bailiff and merced ca downtown police department
answered on Feb 27, 2021
more info needed.
if you are going to be charged with a crime the court will appoint a public defender at the arraignment.
you might contact legal aid for your other legal issues.
My brother filed a case on 2/2020 against my sister-in-law for divorce and DVRO b/c she hit him and my dad. The court then heard the case and ordered a restraining and move out order against my sister-in-law until 3/2023 to protect my brother and dad. But on 11/2020 my brother requested and the... View More
answered on Feb 7, 2021
more info needed.
i would suggest contacting the lawyer who handled the underlying matter initially...........or consult with a local lawyer who can check the court minutes etc
I hope this reaches someone who is able to help me. I was served a summons and complaint for child support for my 7 year old son. It isnt that its a large amount of money that I am not willing to pay. I have no problem supporting my child whenever I can - my issue is that I havent seen him or... View More
answered on Feb 5, 2021
MORE INFO NEEDED.
I THINK YOU SHOULD MAKE A CONSULTATION APPT WITH A LOCAL FAMILY LAW ATTORNEY AND HAVE A SUMMARY TYPED UP OF ALL THE FACTS....ASAP
MANY LAWYERS WILL NOT CHARGE FOR A CONSULTATION.
I AM SORRY FOR YOUR CHALLENGES.........HAVE YOU VISITED OR TRIED TO VISIT? HOW OFTEN?
Can she just file the paperwork herself after getting the papers looked at by an attorney, or should she try to get representation? She is completely financially dependent on her husband so she doesn’t have much money at her disposal.
answered on Jan 28, 2021
First, IMO when you post for your friend, it means that they are not willing to take control of their own situation. This person would probably not be very good at representing herself. Should she get an attorney? Yes, definitely, just as you would get a doctor if you had appendicitis, you... View More
last night, some people that live in my apartment building kicked down my front door, and dragged me out of my apartment. 4 women beat me with sticks while several men started smashing up and destroying everything in my house. the police were called immediately, told them everything, and i even... View More
answered on Jan 20, 2021
the court does not care that you worked it out though that is positive.
the victim is the People of the State of California so it is the DA that represents them and must be convinced to dismiss or reduce charges.
there is a new law as of 1/1/21 that you MAY be able to qualify for... View More
Some of the allegations were true expect one thing she accused me of , and can I go to prison if she was underage when she was 17 I was 23 she is currently 20 and I just turned 27 .
answered on Jan 14, 2021
more info needed.
any time there is an order you would have to make a motion to put the matter on the calendar and hopefully come in with an attorney to argue your position.
you don't want to dismiss the RO and get arrested and then have to argue after the fact.
I didn't mean to call the police. When I talked to the police they never handed me anything besides a paper about " youve experienced domestic violence" that has no information or told me I had to go to court and never handed me a pink slip, idk if that was important. I still talk to... View More
answered on Jan 13, 2021
You may not need to go to court unless there is a jury trial. However, finding your own representation can be essential whatever your position in regards to your partners case. In short, you may want to advocate for or against conviction of your partner. This can be accomplished with greater... View More
Domestic violence
answered on Jan 9, 2021
if you are a victim and call the police and they arrest your husband the crime is against the People of The State of California........it is in the hands of the DA..........you may want to talk to your Husbands lawyer or hire your own
my ex was arrested 3 times for domestic abuse against me and he is a chronic alcoholic and is very obssessed with me... He lied to the poice and had me falsley arrested and then filed a civil lawsuit with a whole bunch of lies claiming to be the victim. But i have plenty of evidence to show he is... View More
answered on Jan 8, 2021
if you can get him to agree to a binding mediation without lawyers consider:
Rich Gordon , mediations only w/o lawyers; 619 867 0904
zoom......and then they talk to their lawyers.
Lake Mirage CC
Rich Gordon
A FAIR WAY MEDIATION CENTER
760-227-5090
619-272-7001 (fax)
www.afairway.com
In abusive relationship for 20 years. Was primary care giver. left w/daughter in 2018. Filed 4 CS through state. He found out & threaten to “end me.”
had hard time finding housing, hadn’t worked in 17 years. Daughter w/me 90%. November 2019, found housing. Lived there for 13... View More
answered on Jan 3, 2021
ONLY IF YOU LET HIM.
HOWEVER, IT IS MORE DIFFICULT TO PRESENT YOUR CASE IF YOU DON'T HAVE A GOOD FAMILY LAW ATTORNEY.
ORGANIZE ALL THE FACTS SO THAT A LAWYER WILL SEE YOU ARE ORGANIZED AND MAY NOT BE AS TIME INTENSIVE A CLIENT AND EITHER HANDLE PRO BONO OR AT REDUCED RATE...........
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