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I have been hunting my whole life and have my hunting license since 12 and still have one in pocket up to date. I’m not a danger. The past 2 years I been going to a therapist and have like 100 or whatever good visits. My therapist says I should have no problems getting my rights back and the ban... View More 
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answered on Oct 8, 2024
In California, restoring your gun rights after a conviction involves a specific legal process. You will likely need to petition the court to have your rights reinstated, demonstrating your rehabilitation and good behavior since your convictions. Gather all relevant documents, such as proof of your... View More
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answered on Oct 8, 2024
A minute order is a written record created by the judge during a court proceeding in family law cases. It summarizes the decisions made and any agreements reached during the hearing. This document serves as an official record of what was discussed and determined, ensuring that both parties are... View More
However we were told by the caretakers not to throw them under the bus (which meant " Do not tell the courts that you've been spending 4 out of 7 days with the kids) so without a bonding assessment the only thing the judge looked at was that we missed 40 visits and stripped us of our... View More
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answered on Oct 8, 2024
I'm sorry you're going through this challenging situation. It's important to present all relevant information to the judge to ensure a fair evaluation of your relationship with your children.
Start by gathering any evidence that shows the time you've spent with your... View More
Trustee has filed a Petition for Instructions and I would like to respond to this request
answered on Oct 7, 2024
Simply draft a pleading entitled “Objections of (insert your status and name , ie Heir Phil Suth) to Petition For Instructions”.
I know the power of attorney doesn't give him that right.
answered on Oct 7, 2024
Each power of attorney gives different rights or powers to the agents (people who are given the powers.) Lawyers would need to read the Power of Attorney in your particular case before they could give you an opinion as to what your brother can and cannot do. The two most common documents in estate... View More
My wife filed in 3/15/2021 and started cohabiting with her boyfriend in 6/2021. Somehow, I was required to pay temporary spousal support. I think the court was not aware of the cohabitation since my attorney didn't object due the cohabitation. The boyfriend has a master's degree, has... View More
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answered on Oct 6, 2024
Given your situation, it's understandable that you'd want to recover the spousal support you paid while your wife was cohabiting with her boyfriend. In California, cohabitation can significantly impact spousal support arrangements because it may reduce the supported spouse's need for... View More
I am in a divorce since 2019, my ex is self employed , child support Is not determined, a forensic evaluation requested , he didn’t provide his taxes to her, the forensic evaluator ask my attorney to file her declaration she is suggesting my ex not to send his taxes and she only need bank... View More
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answered on Oct 6, 2024
It sounds like you're facing a challenging situation with your divorce proceedings and the determination of child support. The fact that your ex is self-employed and not providing his tax returns complicates matters. It's understandable that you're concerned about the forensic... View More
If it cannot be reimbursed, why so? child support decreased due to the modification.
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answered on Oct 3, 2024
When a child support order is modified, the new payment amount usually takes effect from the date of filing the request for modification. However, if you overpaid during those six months, it's not always guaranteed that you'll be reimbursed for the excess payments. Courts sometimes view... View More
After 7.5 weeks he has now messaged me about seeing him. Prior to its been no call no shows, doesn't even call. My toddler doesn't want to go and clearly the system is failing us. This is certainly not the first time his father has pulled this. He got our case that was supposed to be... View More
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answered on Oct 2, 2024
I'm sorry you're going through this challenging situation. It's important to address your ex's non-compliance with the custody order through the proper legal channels. Keeping your child beyond the agreed schedule could potentially be seen as interfering with the court order,... View More
My child’s mother and I have joint custody. Our daughter is 9 and last year her mother decided to enroll her in cathechism and while I’m not religious I allowed it. However, she never did do what was required and so my child basically “failed” so I decided no more. It is a waste of money... View More
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answered on Sep 30, 2024
In your situation, the other parent cannot force you to take your child to church or comply with religious activities during your custodial time, especially if you both have joint custody. Decisions regarding your child’s religious upbringing are typically considered joint legal decisions,... View More
Married for 36 years, supported spouse has not worked for 20 years, has a degree in Engineering but cannot find job. Claims the length of marriage and the loss of carrier due to rising kids entitles her to uncapped bonus added to the fixed support. Please, clarify if variable income from consulting... View More
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answered on Sep 30, 2024
When it comes to alimony and variable income, California courts focus on maintaining the supported spouse's marital standard of living. Variable income, whether from consulting or a full-time job, can be included in support calculations. However, the amount may be capped or adjusted based on... View More
answered on Sep 29, 2024
No one will read it. Unless there is a pending hearing, anything you file with the court will get stuck in the case file and no one will see it, read it, or consider it. If you have a hearing pending, the best way to get information to the judge that is relevant to that hearing is by way of... View More
My ex took the kids with him for 4 hours when he brought them back both of my kids had their diaper packed with pee as if he didn't change them for hours specially my daughter she had way more peed than my son. Also my son as soon as he got home he wanted to eat and ate his food super fast as... View More
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answered on Sep 29, 2024
To request supervised and limited visitation for your ex, you will need to demonstrate that his care of your children poses a concern for their well-being. You can begin by documenting the incidents you mentioned, such as not changing the children's diapers and not feeding them properly during... View More
I have proof the petitioner was untruthful but judge said he already made his findings and was not going to change it
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answered on Sep 29, 2024
It can be frustrating when you feel that the judge has ignored important evidence or overlooked a misunderstanding. In your case, it sounds like you believe the lawyer misled the court, and despite presenting proof, the judge chose not to reconsider the findings. Judges have broad discretion in... View More
My daughters mother is using her upperhand to create haywire visit schedules, just so they fail more than half the time. And creating issues based upon the absence .
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answered on Sep 29, 2024
It sounds like you're facing a frustrating and challenging situation with your daughter's visitation arrangements. If the court ordered supervised visits with her mother’s boyfriend as the supervisor, but you feel uncomfortable or believe this arrangement is causing unnecessary... View More
I am the mother of a child that was born September 23rd 2024 I'm trying to co-parent with the father of the child refuses to pay child support. I allow him to come to my house everyday to see his son but my own mother has to provide for our son because the father will not help with his... View More
answered on Sep 28, 2024
Contact your local Child Support Services and request they assist you with obtaining child support orders. https://www.fresnocountyca.gov/Departments/Child-Support-Services
My dad passed away in 2023, with no will or anything to prepare for this type of event. My uncle co owned a few stores that him and my dad shared. After the passing of our father, my uncle my sister and myself all came to a verbal agreement on what would happen with my dads share in the stores. my... View More
answered on Sep 27, 2024
Your situation involves more than one area of law, including partnership, contract and probate. You can not solve such a complex situation by posting on an online forum. In fact, it is not in your interest to do so, as anyone, including your uncle and other interested parties, can see what you have... View More
My ex wife has since remarried and has refinanced the property several times, but has yet to compensate my 40% stake my way. The fact that she has remarried and refinanced, does that mean that she should have paid me my stake off ? My name is not on the deed of the house anymore.
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answered on Sep 26, 2024
The language in the divorce decree controls when your ex wife has to pay you for your interest in the property. Even though your name is no longer on the deed, your divorce agreement entitles you to a 40% stake in the property if that is the language contained in the agreement. The fact that your... View More
We have a 40/60 Split on the property, but just found out that decades ago I had signed to remove my name off the deed. I dont quite remember doing that, but apparently there’s a notarize document. The fact that the house is no longer financed, and with my name off the deed, does this means... View More
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answered on Sep 25, 2024
The divorce agreement and property division terms you reached during the divorce should still be valid, regardless of the change to the property deed, unless you later signed something explicitly altering the terms of that agreement. The fact that your name was removed from the deed does not... View More
If my spouse agrees to me having full physical custody of my child, he would still see her every other weekend, will I be able to move away 75 miles with her?
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answered on Sep 25, 2024
If you have sole physical custody, you may be able to move 75 miles away with your child, but you still need to follow specific legal procedures. Even if your spouse agrees to full physical custody, they may still have a say in the move if it affects their visitation rights. Courts generally look... View More
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