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I was not informed of this order until his mom told me. He was released from jail 3 days after he went to jail. I kept calling the jail he was in, trying to see when his court date was going to be and got the run around. Im his wife, so why am I in the dark? His mom attended and didn’t even tell... View More 
answered on Nov 8, 2021
You should contact the court that the case is pending in and speak with them since you are the victim.
Her and put a restraining order on me. And while I was at work her and the police came to my mom's and forced her to give her my kids. Now she won't let me see my kids. What do I do.
answered on Aug 1, 2021
You should have a hearing on the restraining order, and if you can prove that you did not assault her, the order will be lifted. Other than that, I would file for divorce immediately, ask for a temporary hearing, and fight for custody of your children.
He reversed and pushed my car out of the way with his car. Then when he was able to get out, he backed up and hit my car again before driving off . I’m not pressing charges & I wasn’t injured, but can the police? I heard them mention something about private property, but also heard them... View More
answered on Feb 28, 2021
It could be any number of charges.
For starters, for the damage to your car, get estimates and send them to your insurance company.
HE threatens to do harm to me and my family rushes at me to get to my sister I pull out a knife bring it too face level he sees it and still rushes at me he swings I dip low he impale himself on the knife I push him away raise it back up he sees it again he backs away starts fussing and we take him... View More
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answered on Jan 13, 2021
Self-defense, if established, is an affirmative defense and you would not be guilty of a crime. However, whether or not there was self-defense is fact specific. Based on the facts described in your question, there seems to be an opportunity to try to establish self-defense; however, ultimately, it... View More
Video statement. I do not want this used in court anymore. Legally, can I tell them not to? Can I withdraw that statement entirely?
answered on Jan 14, 2021
It really depends on the circumstances; however, I'd be curious to know whether your husband has been indicted yet. Assuming yes, then he needs to get with a lawyer immediately. Regardless, if you gave a false statement to law enforcement, then that is something that should be disclosed.
I was asked to give a recorded video statement and I want to know if I can ask them not to use this in court. Do I have the right to withdraw my statement entirely?
answered on Jan 14, 2021
It really depends on the circumstances; however, I'd be curious to know whether your husband has been indicted yet. Assuming yes, then he needs to get with a lawyer immediately. Regardless, if you gave a false statement to law enforcement, then that is something that should be disclosed.
answered on May 16, 2020
Possibly. If there is a restraining order, then that means that neither one of you should be in contact or proximity to the other, otherwise you would be in contempt of court.
answered on Feb 2, 2020
It depends on what all is going to be involved in the divorce. Typically, the cost of a divorce will be higher if there is a fight over things, such as custody, child support, possession of assets, etc.
Any consequences not calling 911
answered on Jan 12, 2020
Potentially. Security personnel have an obligation to assist and maintain people's safety within the grounds of the premises. I would highly encourage you to reach out to a lawyer to discuss further. Feel free to reach out to any one on here by clicking the contact information next to their... View More
answered on Sep 14, 2019
Not necessarily, as law enforcement has a lot of discretion when it comes to filling out affidavits. That being said, there should at least be an incident report documents the interaction between the officer and those involved.
answered on Aug 12, 2019
Depending on the situation and whether this has happened before, you could be facing a fine, a no-contact order, and some jail time. Your best bet is going to be to contact a lawyer to see if there is anything that can be done to either get the case dismissed or take it to trial.
answered on May 8, 2019
That's a subsection of the relevant domestic violence statute.
my daughter was born in Louisiana due to insurance but has Mississippi address listed on the Birth certificate and she has lived her entire life in Mississippi. Her father who took her is on the birth certificate.
answered on May 6, 2019
You can file for custody in Mississippi, since that is where residency was established; however, you may want to do it sooner rather than later, otherwise, residence may be established in LA.
answered on Apr 13, 2019
You should 1) plead not guilty, and 2) talk with a lawyer so that they can get some additional facts about your case and see how they can help.
answered on Oct 16, 2018
It really depends on the circumstances. I would highly recommend that you contact a criminal defense attorney to discuss further, especially concerning the facts and circumstances, so that you can be advised accordingly.
On August 1 authorities was called to the scene in regards to a argument amongst me and ex spouse each side of the story was given after that I was by authorities lead in to get personal belongings as well as being led out and also told by authorities that they couldn't make me leave because I... View More
answered on Aug 22, 2018
Not necessarily. While it best practice to arrest someone suspected of domestic violence ASAP, if your ex spouse went back alter and filed charges against you, then that could trigger them coming to arrest you later. That being said, your best bet is going to be to get with an attorney to delve... View More
answered on Jul 8, 2018
Long answer short, yes; however, depending on the severity of the allegations, it will more than likely end up in the youth court of the county in which the conduct occurred.
answered on Jul 8, 2018
Yes, so long as it is within the guidelines established by the rules of criminal procedure. That being said, a $75,000.00 bond is unusually high, unless the judge heard some of the facts and circumstances and made several factual determinations to warrant such a high bond.
We have 3 kids 18,12,7. I’ve have him on child support but he don’t pay it. How can I get soul custody of my younger daughters. He’s beat and choke me in front my yougers daughters and his mother has beat on me too. He’s let the oldest daughter friend being heroin needles and heroin to... View More
answered on Jul 8, 2018
Based on the facts as you've told them, you have several grounds for a divorce. Feel free to reach out to any attorney on this forum, as most of us are happy to provide a free consultation to discuss your case, and advise you accordingly.
Who is threatened to kill me
answered on Jun 25, 2018
Most police departments allow you to hire AND pay off duty officers.
However, there function is not to serve as bodyguards
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