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answered on Feb 8, 2025
A juvenile officer cannot remove a child from a home without following legal procedures, and in most cases, the Department of Human Services (DHS) must be involved. Law enforcement or juvenile officers may respond to situations involving child safety, but they typically do not have the authority to... View More 
I live in Arkansas and he lives in Illinois.. What can I do to get my son back
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answered on Dec 25, 2024
You need to consult with a lawyer. You may ultimately need a lawyer in Illinois. There are many case-specific questions that only a lawyer may advise you about in a private session. Some of the questions will include: Is there an existing court order, and if so, which court (state) issued that... View More
I have had a material change in income and other dependents born. Am i able to open a case back up to have this child support adjusted to the new law?
answered on Dec 17, 2024
Yes, anytime you have a change in income that meets the threshold you can have the child support recalculated. You should be able to get a new calculation based on what you've mentioned.
answered on Jul 11, 2024
Typically child support obligations are not conditionally tied to other obligations of a parent. The child support obligation to the father is independent of the father's obligation to amend the birth certificate.
All property that was acquired during marriage I paid for. Also he packed his stuff and left but took alot of stuff belonging to me that I had before we were married and some stuff I bought after we were married but while we were separated. IS this legal for him to do this?
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answered on Nov 9, 2023
If your husband has destroyed or taken property that belonged to you before the marriage, or property acquired during the marriage without your consent, this is not typically permitted under the law. Property brought into the marriage by one spouse is generally considered separate property, and... View More
We have joint legal and physical custody. He has no running water or heat.
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answered on Oct 16, 2023
If you have joint custody of your children and your ex-husband's home does not have heat or water, you can try to talk to him about the situation or file a motion with the court to modify your custody agreement. You may also want to contact the Arkansas Department of Human Services. For... View More
The presiding judge told me to talk to OCSE but there is no support order in place. And does mine or my husband's income factor in ?
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answered on Sep 29, 2023
Yes, you can typically ask for child support from one or both biological parents if you have permanent guardianship. The incomes of you and your spouse usually won't replace the biological parents' obligation to support their child.
answered on Aug 27, 2023
Override is not really the correct term.
The agent named in a POA is authorized to take whatever action on the principle’s behalf that the principle himself can take.
If the principle’s spouse has superior rights to the principle, the spouse’s rights will also be superior to the agent’s.
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answered on Aug 23, 2023
In Arkansas, it is generally not legally permissible for a great-uncle to marry his great-niece. Marriage between close blood relatives, including great-uncles and great-nieces, is typically prohibited by state laws due to concerns about potential genetic and familial issues.
Support. I now and have lived in Arkansas for over 20 years also. What can I do to challenge or even stop this Garnisment . It is $375 a month that comes directly out of my check. Thanks Kerry
answered on Aug 22, 2023
The best way to stop this garnishment is to ascertain the total amount of back child support you owe from the state child support agency, pay that amount, and then file an application to discontinue the garnishment order.
His last name is first, first name middle, and middle name last. What do I need to do
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answered on Aug 17, 2023
In Arkansas, if there's an error in your husband's name on your marriage certificate, you'll likely need to contact the county clerk's office where the certificate was filed. They can guide you through the process, which may involve completing a correction affidavit with both... View More
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answered on Aug 14, 2023
In Arkansas, there isn't a specific "homewrecker" charge in the legal sense. However, if you're referring to a civil action for alienation of affection or criminal charges related to adultery, it's important to note that statutes of limitations can vary depending on the type of legal action.
It's been 90 days since the case has been opened
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answered on Aug 3, 2023
In Arkansas, child maltreatment investigations are generally conducted by the Division of Children and Family Services (DCFS) within the Arkansas Department of Human Services (DHS). The duration of an investigation can vary depending on the complexity of the case and the specific circumstances... View More
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answered on Aug 2, 2023
In Arkansas, as in other states, a name change for a minor typically requires the consent of both parents. However, if the father's identity is unknown or he cannot be located, you may need to take additional steps to proceed with the name change.
In such situations, you may need to... View More
answered on Jul 28, 2023
An Arkansas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. It could depend on the arrangements that were made. It's possible that some type of third-party arrangement had been made here, where others may have been placed in control of your health care decisions or... View More
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answered on Jul 27, 2023
If you believe your child is being abused or is in danger, it is crucial to take immediate action to protect their well-being. In cases of suspected child abuse or neglect, it is essential to report the situation to the appropriate authorities, such as Child Protective Services (CPS) or law... View More
With me. I currently live in the home.
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answered on Jul 25, 2023
Hire an AR attorney to search the title and determine heirship. Then get an Affidavit of Heirship drafted and recorded as the heirs' source of title.
I live in the State of Arkansas where it's now automatically joint custody. My husband is verbally and emotionally abusive to me and I am fearful it's going to trickle down onto our (adopted) son.
To set myself up for the best chance at getting sole custody of our (adopted) son -... View More
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answered on Jul 11, 2023
To help in a sole custody case, consider documenting incidents of abuse with dates, times, and descriptions. Save written communication that demonstrates abusive behavior. If there are witnesses, gather their contact information. Document any negative impact on the child's well-being.
The case went nowhere after their "investigation". Now all these years later it's come back to haunt me. In fact it seems as if it has been refreshed with my current name and address.
Shouldn't this have been sealed since I was a minor at the time? Why should it be... View More
answered on Jun 26, 2023
As a general rule, a criminal charge for child abuse that did not result in a conviction cannot be used against you in court.
As a general rule, even a conviction for child abuse that happened that long ago cannot be used against you in court because it is too remote in time. An exception... View More
I need help in regards a chapter 13 bankruptcy that all the debts were in ex spouses name but they filed it in my name. Hes Scott free and now they are foreclosing, and I'm still co borrower on the mortgage. How can I do I fix this for my future. Divorce is pending.
answered on Mar 10, 2023
Contact all three credit bureaus and advise them of the error and provide them with the documentation necessary to correct it. Usually takes about 30-45 days to get corrected.
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