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I am 30 now. But during high school, I went through a severe battle with depression. I was taken to see a psychiatrist and was put on antidepressants. I was put on a beginning dose. It helped a little. The doctor repeatedly said to increase the dose, but my mom refused, as she is superstitious... View More 
answered on Feb 25, 2018
This is not traditional child abuse but in my opinion not good parenting............
even if it did you can not file against her after all this time.
whether it is or not you can still argue that to your mom.
sounds like she was a very religious person... View More
The Santa Clara Co. Da dropped the case. Police went to arrest him after speaking with me. But he fled after hearing they were coming on his scanner. I wanted charges pressed but was told officers wrote "no physicsl signs/bruises on victim" in report. They asked and I said I was sure I... View More
answered on Feb 25, 2018
Not sure why not filed.......i would ask for an appointment with the head DA for that court to present your case and ask for a reconsideration of the facts.
He’s continued to humiliate my mixed body type through his female ex-lover that he cheated on me with whilst the temporary restraining order has been in place. I’m suing him for $120,000 for medical expenses.
answered on Feb 24, 2018
If you are suing him your lawyer would be the best person to ask. Only your lawyer knows your game plan and you do not want to say anything that hurts either matter.
i would point out (with your lawyers permission) how he treated/hurt you. If you have any reports/med records present them... View More
He works for homeland security with customs and I couldn’t call 911 due to his threats since I have visa, he said I couldn’t do anything due to my status, I’m currently 18 weeks pregnant and thanks to the incident where he was strangling me I ended up in a hospital. Is there anything I can... View More
answered on Feb 23, 2018
Of course there are things you can do but you are afraid of the consequences.
sounds like you want to end relationship for good.
you need to talk to an immigration lawyer............from a criminal standpoint you can call police.
does he know you are carrying his baby?
His true personality & intentions came out now in CA. He thought he was going to be granted the Permanent resident card instead he got 2yr conditional Visa. Main interest was to get his mother out of poverty & gain legal status for her. My life has been miserable for 1yr 1/2. He doesnt... View More
answered on Feb 19, 2018
To properly evaluate any legal question a lawyer needs a thorough summary of the facts. What you have shared is not much. If you are not clear then the lawyer will no doubt be challenged to give an accurate answer.
It is the same as using the adage for using a computer... “JUNK IN, JUNK... View More
She dropped the order after a year there were never any criminal charges filed against me it.
answered on Feb 19, 2018
more info is needed.
i would want to see the court records to see everything the judge ordered.......but if there is no order you should be able to do so right away.
For years I've been abused verbally and physically, but the night I talked with the police officer I told him that my husband hit me but he didn't, he only was insulting me and calling me names in front of my 2 kids, and he also broke the back window of my car, I still waiting my green... View More
answered on Feb 19, 2018
To properly evaluate any legal question a lawyer needs a thorough summary of the facts.
This involves not just your interpretation but what the other side is saying too.
If you are not clear then the lawyer will no doubt be challenged to correctly respond. It is the old adage:... View More
answered on Feb 19, 2018
If arrested but not filed within a year that is long enough that a misdemeanor will not be filed..........a felony would be longer and DV could be either.
the records will probably be there forever but not available to the public
My question is what consequences will I get for violating that restraining order and will my daughters be taken from me I have a clean record a job .
answered on Feb 18, 2018
To properly evaluate any legal question a lawyer needs a thorough summary of the facts.
This involves not just your interpretation but what the other side is saying too.
If you are not clear then the lawyer will no doubt be challenged to correctly respond. It is the old adage:... View More
Well I was being detained I'm called my girlfriend on the phone the da restraining order however I never had it on the original complaint
answered on Feb 18, 2018
To properly evaluate any legal question a lawyer needs a thorough summary of the facts.
This involves not just your interpretation but what the other side is saying too.
If you are not clear then the lawyer will no doubt be challenged to correctly respond. It is the old adage:... View More
No prior domestic violence record, police officers took several pictures of balls of hair on floor and his girlfriends face was twice her normal size. She has talked to the da and told him she doesn’t want my brother to do jail time.
answered on Feb 18, 2018
To properly evaluate any legal question a lawyer needs a thorough summary of the facts.
This involves not just your interpretation but what the other side is saying too.
If you are not clear then the lawyer will no doubt be challenged to correctly respond. It is the old adage:... View More
They are offering 2 Years state prison any possible way he can get that lowered ?
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answered on Feb 17, 2018
More info is necessary. He needs to hire a crim def atty right away.
I am left with back property taxes that he will not pay. I want to borrow against the home to pay off delinquent taxes. What are my options. Thank you
answered on Feb 19, 2018
To properly evaluate any legal question a lawyer needs a thorough summary of the facts. What you have shared is not much. If you are not clear then the lawyer will no doubt be challenged to give an accurate answer.
It is the same as using the adage for using a computer... “JUNK IN, JUNK... View More
He is been accused of trying to choke me. When the police arrived the officer immediately saw the marks on my neck. I told her I didn't want to press charges but the officer said "its now me against him"
answered on Feb 14, 2018
The DA will summon or serve you with a subpoena when and if there is a trial. They will also send an investigator before that to question you about what happened if it goes to trial. So the DA will do what they have to do when the time arrives.
Wondering what is common plea/sentence for first time violation of DVRO. I submitted phone records and recorded calls to DA for proof. She willfully and intentionally violated the court order.
answered on Feb 14, 2018
a lawyer needs more info?
prior record?
other incidents not reported/prosecuted?
who is judge?
who is DA?
filed as misdemeanor?
all are factors
what other info. can I provide you with, so you can better understand my case? I want to help him but at the same time I do not want to incriminate myself because I didn't do anything wrong. I did write a letter but I am hesitant about sending it because I don't want to have any problems... View More
answered on Feb 14, 2018
you should not get in trouble for just not wanting to testify\
more info is needed
you should have a lawyer advise the DA you are not going to testify.
He is allienating me from kids with help of you step mom...I just want to on and stop the abuse
answered on Feb 13, 2018
have you called police; child protective services.?
did you have a lawyer in court for the divorce? if so run it by him/her.
you probably have to keep bringing him back to court.
I am 24 year's old and live in California. Last night my S/O 17 year old sister was verbally threatening me, and shortly after that she physically threatening me and beat me knowing that I wasn't able to defend myself. Law enforcement was called, and I made a report but they did not take... View More
answered on Feb 12, 2018
i would first follow up with the cops to push an arrest and filing.
anyone can sue anyone else for anything at anytime. The issue is proving and collecting.
you could go into small claims court and sue for up to $10k without a lawyer.
otherwise a lawyer will bill you hourly... View More
I was just contacted by the "Alameda Sheriff department" the deputy told me that I violate the temporarily restraining order by having a server post my responds on the protected person door, but I was just following the steps on how to respond to a restraining order on courts.ca.gov can... View More
answered on Feb 12, 2018
I NEVER HEARD OF A RESPONSE POSTED RATHER THAN MAILED...........
We’ve been separated for a little over a month. And I gave her time to calm down, since our breakup was due to me being unfaithful, just around 2 weeks. We have texted and agreed to a schedule where he would spend time with me. This is the second week that she makes an excuse and does not let me... View More
answered on Feb 10, 2018
a lawyer can not give you advice without knowing a lot more facts.
if you are looking to "sock it to her" then involve the police.
if you had a lawyer ask you divorce lawyer who can contact her lawyer. If non you can go back to court or tell you really do not want to go... View More
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