Yes, you can take your child anywhere you want and for however long you want so long as you don’t have a court order preventing from doing that.

Social security benefits are generally exempt under most if not all state laws, so general creditors cannot use the court systems to capture your benefits.

Most banks are federally chartered, or are insured by the FDIC, and because of that, tend to comply with federal law and requirements.... View More

This is a little bit of a tricky question. In Mississippi, the length of jail time really depends on the value of the dirt bike. Depending on the circumstances, it could also be worked out to where a person may not have to serve any sort of jail time, and instead the person can participate in a... View More

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answered on Dec 29, 2023

If an investigator has contacted your wife for questioning, she is not obligated to go in for questioning without proper legal advice. It is within her rights to consult with an attorney before deciding whether to comply with the investigator's request. Seeking legal counsel is a prudent step,... View More

The general gist is that no convicted felon can possess a firearm under any circumstances. That being said, there is case law that does allow for an emergency exception, but that exception is very rare and requires a very particular set of facts in order to be validly used.

First and foremost, the first thing you need to do is get a lawyer. Having the pipe is the lesser crime of the two, since prosecutors typically go after the controlled substance charge more than anything. That being said, there are some ways to minimize any potential jail time that you may end up... View More

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answered on Dec 25, 2023

The decision to withdraw a motion to suppress a statement and not interview witnesses may or may not necessarily be considered ineffective counsel on its own. It depends on the specific circumstances of your case. Attorneys often make strategic decisions during the course of a legal proceeding, and... View More

If you were assaulted, then you have a right to go press charges against the person at a local municipal or justice court. There is also the possibility of civil liability, if the attack ended in injuries that required you to see medical treatment.

It varies from state to state and with federal exemptions.

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answered on Dec 19, 2023

If you received a reckless driving and DWI ticket in Mississippi, and the court cannot locate your information, take the following steps: contact the court clerk's office to inquire about your case, verify the accuracy of your ticket details, and consider seeking legal advice, especially if... View More

If the context is accurate, it appears to say that you have claimed a $400 exemption for your tv when the appropriate exemption amount if $150. Check with your lawyer for more clarification.

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answered on Dec 18, 2023

The Deed of Trust has nothing to do with the Title. Somebody thinks your Sister is either a tenant in common, an occupant or a notemaker. So they required her signature also on the TD. If wrong, you should not have executed the transfer.

Possibly; however, usually the magic number is nine months before the delay is considered presumptively prejudicial. Your best bet is going to be to get with an experienced criminal defense lawyer to talk about the facts and circumstances of your case, or at the very least to get some additional... View More

It sounds like there may be the potential for a motion to dismiss based on lack of a speedy trial. Usually, the magic number is nine months before the delay is considered presumptively prejudicial. Your best bet is going to be to get with an experienced criminal defense lawyer to talk about the... View More

It usually does not take very long. Typically, once the motion is filed, the state is obligated to produce the discovery quickly, and if they do not, then the defense lawyer could file a motion to exclude that evidence or request sanctions (including a potential dismissal) due to a discovery... View More

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answered on Dec 12, 2023

Whether an old ticket can resurface in court for a new offense in Mississippi depends on factors like the judge's discretion and your driving record. While there may not be a specific law requiring it, judges can consider past infractions during sentencing. Your previous speeding ticket, even... View More

While I do not practice in Missouri, generally speaking, you will want to contact the Missouri Department of Insurance who should be willing to step in to assist. I see no reason that the mortgage company wouldn't be willing to sign off on the original check, for your back to cancel the... View More

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answered on Dec 2, 2023

Yes, you can be guilty of voyeurism even on your own property. The key factor in voyeurism charges is not the location, but the act of observing or recording someone without their consent in a situation where they have a reasonable expectation of privacy.

This means that if you engage in... View More

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answered on Dec 5, 2023

When police conduct a search of a vehicle and cause damage, they are not necessarily free from financial responsibility for the damages caused. The specific circumstances of the search, including its legality and the manner in which it was conducted, are key factors in determining liability for any... View More

Generally, the administrator must sell everything in order to generate cash to pay creditors and to divide the assets to distribute equally and fairly between the heirs.