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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Civil Litigation for Virginia on
Q: Is it legal to transfer someone across state lines in reference to a civil case without any extradition hearing?

I have filed a Habeas petition in the 4th circuit on this issue. See Hommel v. Unknown, et al. I was civilly commited in virginia in 2007, but never was commited, as the order was stayed. Instead i was transfered to Federal custody in the northern district of ohio where i served approx. 10.9... View More

F. Paul Maloof
F. Paul Maloof
answered on Jul 1, 2020

I regret that I do not handle criminal law matter. Sorry.

3 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Civil Rights, Juvenile Law and Landlord - Tenant for Virginia on
Q: Can a parent legally restrict an 18 year old that still lives under their roof from leaving the house.

Are their any laws that prevent a parent of an 18 year old from going to see their lover or friends

Also are there any laws that prevent a toxic, controlling parent from controlling an 18 year old’s life

Afsana Chowdhury
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Afsana Chowdhury
answered on Jun 24, 2020

Once they’re 18, they’re an adult and get to make their own decisions. You cannot force an adult to stay in your home if they don’t want to. But you can make an adult leave your home as long as you follow the law in doing so.

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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law and Civil Rights for Virginia on
Q: are you willing to consult me with crcl/dhs matter?so i need to send a statement letter from DHS/CRCL office.

a response has been made for my complaint matter by DHS/CRCL in june 11 20,they referred me to a lawyer to consult.

Ify Princess Ikeakanam
Ify Princess Ikeakanam
answered on Jun 17, 2020

Hello, give me a call today, I would like to know more about this issue and can possibly help you.

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law, Civil Rights and Elder Law for Virginia on
Q: Can a property owner suddenly cut off a person's water without warning?

This is about an elderly couple whose artesian well is on property that used to belong to them. When it was sold 10 years ago owner was aware that the well is being used by the elderly couple and today told them he cut it off because he doesn't need it anymore.

Richard Sternberg
Richard Sternberg
answered on Jun 6, 2020

It sounds like it might be time for a legal review of the transaction to determine if there was an easement implied. They don't appear to be tenants of their buyer, so it may be time to negotiate or to buy bottled water until they can tap into an artesian well below their property.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Consumer Law and Real Estate Law for Virginia on
Q: Hi, Can i gift out my newly FHA/VA Loan house to my parents?

I bought the house but want to gift out this house to my parents

Richard Sternberg
Richard Sternberg
answered on May 27, 2020

If it is yours, you can surely gift it. Either a quitclaim deed or a warranty deed will do the trick. I'd have to check, but the transaction may be tax-free, like a transfer between spouses. If not, there will be transfer and recordation taxes. The mortgage loan to a near certainty has a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support, Civil Rights and Landlord - Tenant for Virginia on
Q: I currently rent a house with my boyfriend, things are not working out and we are now on a month to month lease.

The landlord is on my side, but how do I legally get him to move out, since he won’t leave on his own. We also have an almost 2 yr old daughter and I want to have full custody of her. He is a convicted felon x2 and on probation.

F. Paul Maloof
F. Paul Maloof
answered on May 16, 2020

I regret that I do not handle domestic relations or child custody matters. Sorry. If you and the faster of the child are both on the lease, the landlord will have to proceed in Court to ask the Court enter an order for possession against him. You need to work with the landlord on that issue. It... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for Virginia on
Q: i have a hearing for a restoration of firearm rights. Id like to know what i need to expect and how i sohuld prepare.

I had a felony drug charge in 2011. I have not had any charges since. I have no violent charges. I have been employed for the last 6 years and have been a part of a long term rehabilitation clinic since 2011. I have also passed urine tests every month for the past 9 years. I have a great family and... View More

Brian S Szmak
Brian S Szmak
answered on May 5, 2020

A Virginia Court can restore your firearms rights for "good cause shown." You should be prepared to give them a reason to do so. Bring anything with you that may help make your case, and demonstrate the positive facts you mention above. For a petition like this, the opposing party is the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law and Civil Rights for Virginia on
Q: I need a civil lawyer that practices out of florida?
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on May 1, 2020

You could repost in Florida. Your question remains open for two weeks, but was posted under Virginia. You might have better luck simply contacting Florida attorneys - this is only a Q & A Board. See the link above (Find-a-Lawyer), or you could run your own independent searches. Good luck... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for Virginia on
Q: Why is commander in chief important, why should it be an important role of the president?
F. Paul Maloof
F. Paul Maloof
answered on Jan 8, 2020

The U.S. Constitution provides for it.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Government Contracts for Virginia on
Q: Dbids afi 31-113 for base proceedures. Can a commander bar you from base based on a 27 years old conviction?

My dbids access card was recently flagged for something that happened 27 years ago in Salinas CA. Im honorable discharged Combat Veteran of 23 years. I work on base at fort eustis, VA.

F. Paul Maloof
F. Paul Maloof
answered on Dec 27, 2019

I regret that I do not handle military base access card matters. Sorry.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for Virginia on
Q: Can the Virginia Form DC-383 be filed without the respondent's name? Or how else can one stop a private nuisance?

I live in the State of Virginia. I believe that I am being harassed by a neighbor in a manner that I feel meets the definition of a private nuisance. I would like to file a court order to prevent this behavior. I know the origin of the disturbance but I am not sure if I know the individual's name.

F. Paul Maloof
F. Paul Maloof
answered on Dec 26, 2019

I regret that I do not handle criminal cases. Sorry.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Virginia on
Q: I live in Hanover County VA and need to KNOW if I can legally by firearms have been given civil rights back??

The law about petitioning the court to do this is DIRECTLY against 2nd amendment and COSTLY to those not financial able. PLEASE HELP I do NOT want to BRAKE the law or get in trouble. The courts in HANOVER county are NOT exactly law abiding characters who uphold the law and don't care for the... View More

Shemeka C Hankins
Shemeka C Hankins
answered on Dec 19, 2019

You lost your rights when you received a felony in the state of Virginia. Nothing is absolute. You have to go through the petition process after your civil rights are restored by the governor. If you have had those rights restored, you petition the circuit court of the county/city where you live.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for Virginia on
Q: I have a question I have been given my civil rights back a few years ago but have to go through so called petition court

NOW that my county in virginia is a gun sanctuary city can I legally purchase or possess firearms

Shemeka C Hankins
Shemeka C Hankins
answered on Dec 19, 2019

No you cannot and you will be flagged if you attempted to purchase a firearm.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Products Liability, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Virginia on
Q: Hey, so my friend is 19 and is moving out soon. But his dad is stealing and breaking his stuff. Is this legal or illegal

Ik it seems like a silly question but better to be safe than sorry

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Dec 12, 2019

I'm sorry for your friend's ordeal. Unless the possessions are very valuable, he is probably better off just getting stuff out for safekeeping as quickly as possible before further damage instead of losing time from work or school in court. Good luck

Tim Akpinar

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Civil Rights and Juvenile Law for Virginia on
Q: How do you change venue?

Custody juvenile court?

Michael Christopher Miller
Michael Christopher Miller
answered on Oct 30, 2019

Are you changing venue as in moving from one county in Va. to another county? Or, are you changing to a new state?

If moving county to county, then Va. Code § 16.1-243(B) applies. "2. Custody and visitation: In custody and visitation cases, if venue lies in one of several cities or...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for Virginia on
Q: If a protective order has been broken, can another be filed?

My ex-boyfriend had a protective order filed against me for absolute dumb reasons. (6 months) it has since expired and we’ve seen each other on multiple occasion, while it was active and when it expired. My question is, since technically the first one was broken - could another be issued if he... View More

Gary Kollin
Gary Kollin
answered on Sep 16, 2019

YES

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Real Estate Law for Virginia on
Q: Can a house be built on land to block the right of way & only access to another’s house, used for 100 years?

Family members used land as driveway to have access to their home. Portion of land bought by someone else now has home almost built land locking the house in back of it. Thought the land used as driveway by family members would be grandfathered in in Va. what is law? Does City have any... View More

Ross Cameron Hart
Ross Cameron Hart
answered on Jul 21, 2019

It is certainly suspicious, but there are not enough facts to be able to answer your question. This forum is designed and good for simple, general questions that will get you to the 'next step' for legal situations. Sometimes all people need is a simple answer. From the facts you’ve... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Civil Rights for Virginia on
Q: What can I do?? I need help.

I have raised my grandchildren ages 3 &6.

Since the day they were born. A CPS worker took my grandchildren from me and placed them in foster care bcuz im a felon. I made a mistake 15years ago and I paid my debt. I changed my whole life around. She discriminated against me and bcuz of... View More

F. Paul Maloof
F. Paul Maloof
answered on Jun 15, 2019

I regret that I do not handle domestic relations case, personal injury cases or civil rights cases. Sorry.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Personal Injury, Child Custody and Civil Rights for Virginia on
Q: What can I do cps lied

They went into foster care for 5 days were physically abused . They have been taken from the only family that they have ever known .they are traumatized this is all bcuz i am a convicted felon of 15 years ago there is so much to this. I can peove ur all i need help to get them back home where... View More

F. Paul Maloof
F. Paul Maloof
answered on Jun 12, 2019

I regret that I do not handle family law matters, child abuse law matters or domestic relations law matters. Sorry.

2 Answers | Asked in Employment Law, Personal Injury, Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for Virginia on
Q: If an employer garnished employees pay based on a frivolous instrument, is that employer liable?
F. Paul Maloof
F. Paul Maloof
answered on Jun 10, 2019

An employer may only withhold and garnish wages based on a Court's order that is stated in a Garnishment Summons. Not sure what you mean by frivolous instrument.

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