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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Domestic Violence for California on
Q: Had court order to pick up my belonging and sheriff said they would not honor it. I have been trying to retrieve
Dale S. Gribow
Dale S. Gribow
answered on May 25, 2018

IF YOU HAD A LAWYER HAVE HIM/HER GO BACK TO COURT TO ADVICE JUDGE THE COPS ARE IN VIOLATION OF COURT ORDER OR WRITE TO POLICE ADVISING THEM YOU ARE RETURNING TO COURT AND WOULD RATHER DO THIS IN A NICE WAY AND NOT MAKE THEM LOOK BAD

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Domestic Violence for California on
Q: Does my husband have to share his money with me? We live in California.

We've been married 8 yrs. He is a self employed contractor. I have some mental issues that keeps me from a steady job but I cook, clean, do laundry etc. I can't get help with my medical because he wont disclose his income. He says its his money. He only puts out money for bills and... View More

Dale S. Gribow
Dale S. Gribow
answered on May 22, 2018

more info is needed

i handle accidents and DUI's and you need a divorce atty/family law.

you probably should write out a summary with a lawyer close to your home

1 Answer | Asked in Domestic Violence and Family Law for California on
Q: What is necessary to get a restraining order to stop verbal assault and harassment?

I recently moved from New Jersey to California with the last year. Since then I've gotten numerous calls and online threats from my mother who was against my move with my 3 children. My mother has attempted several times to contact my children directly to speak terrible and untrue things about... View More

Dale S. Gribow
Dale S. Gribow
answered on May 18, 2018

more info is needed

you need to retain a lawyer that is in the community in which you live and who will go to the court to file a TRO............

if you can't afford a lawyer legal aid may be able to help you.

absent that you can go to the clerk's window to request...
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1 Answer | Asked in Domestic Violence for California on
Q: What will happen if I had a fight with my girlfriend(small injuries) I got arrested and I had court soon without charges

It's my first time going to jail therefore I opened my criminal record with domestic violence charges. I had a fight with my girlfriend and we were drunk (she had small injuries same as me) and the cops came and I got arrested but bailed out the next day. I have court soon and I don't... View More

Dale S. Gribow
Dale S. Gribow
answered on May 14, 2018

much more info is needed

what court? what DA? etc

I does not matter that she does not want to press charges. The victim is the people of the state of California.

a 273.5 with injuries is more serious than most other minor arrests............and you have already been...
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2 Answers | Asked in Domestic Violence for California on
Q: Hi I file temporary restraining order what happen if I don’t show up for permanent one
Dale S. Gribow
Dale S. Gribow
answered on May 8, 2018

more info is need

it would think the restraining order would not issue or if the judge was in the mood s/he might continue the matter

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Domestic Violence for California on
Q: What is the statue of limitations on spousal abuse in California and what is it if the person didn't do all requirements

This person was convicted of spousal abuse about 3 yrs ago and spent 4 to 7 days in jail they also had terms and conditions and did not finish them because of mental health problems

Dale S. Gribow
Dale S. Gribow
answered on May 7, 2018

MORE INFO NEEDED.

HOWEVER, IF SENTENCED IT IS NOT SO MUCH A STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS PROBLEM BUT AN OUTSTANDING BENCH WARRANT

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Domestic Violence and Family Law for California on
Q: When i turn 18 can i uplift a protective order?

Im 17 years old and i turn 18 in 7 months and my parents are going to put a protective order on someone i was dating. When i turn 18 will i be able to uplift this protective order?

Dale S. Gribow
Dale S. Gribow
answered on May 7, 2018

more facts needed.

however you become an adult in the eyes of the law and should be able to make your own decisions.

BUT, i would examine you parents reasoning for that order

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Divorce and Domestic Violence for California on
Q: Can i get a full custody of my child born in the USA ?

I live with my husband for 5 years and have a 3 year old child born in CA. We got married in Uzbekistan, living now in CA. My husband is extremely nervous and abusive, he has 100 k income a year and has a good job as an accountant. I myself found a tutoring job 8 months ago and earn around 2k... View More

Dmitry Gorin
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Dmitry Gorin
answered on May 7, 2018

Can't make an online predictions on your chances of success of obtaining full custody of your child in divorce. There are many factors a family court judge will consider, but the legal standard is always the child's best interest. You need to privately consult with a local divorce/family... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Domestic Violence and Family Law for California on
Q: How do I vacate a domestic violence restraining order in which I never received a summons and the statement false?

My ex-girlfriend and mother of my 18 month old baby was served by me for child custody, the next day she filed for a domestic violence restraining order on me based on false claims(lies) and also proceeded to lie about summoning me. She received the order from the judge by default because I... View More

Crista Marie Haynes
Crista Marie Haynes
answered on May 7, 2018

You need to get yourself into court to explain to the judge what happened and to explain that you were never served and/or given notice depending on the stage of the proceeding. If this is in between the temporary and permanent restraining order hearings you will have your day in court, if both... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Domestic Violence for California on
Q: San Bernardino California it's Saturday I need to temporary modify a domestic violence restraining due my mom is dying.

The restraining order is against my spouse who is the batterer. I'm the " victim ". I wasn't able to see my mother. She passed away on May 15,2018. I don't get any help at all. The soonest court date was May 15,2018.

Case number is MSB17007395. My has violated... View More

Dale S. Gribow
Dale S. Gribow
answered on May 6, 2018

much more info is needed.

i assume you allegedly committed DV against your mom?

you should contact the lawyer that represented you as that lawyers would have access to all the facts and let him move for the set aside.

a new lawyer will charge for time and part of that time...
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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Domestic Violence for California on
Q: I have a family law The attorney I had dropped me because I have no funds. Because my x is holding money

I need a pro bono or a extension

Dale S. Gribow
Dale S. Gribow
answered on May 4, 2018

sorry, i do not do family law.

maybe this info will help you:

Indio Family Law Justice Center

82 995 Hwy 111, Suite 103 (next to law library)

Indio CA 92201

760 863 8363

www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp: for directions for divorce, eviction

4 Answers | Asked in Contracts, Criminal Law, Domestic Violence and Wrongful Death for California on
Q: I have a man who is offering me $10,000 to put on some high heels and stomp his face out. Can I go to jail if I do it?

He's willing to sign a release of liability

Dale S. Gribow
Dale S. Gribow
answered on May 3, 2018

i would not do it if it were me.

the release is for civil liability but i think you could still face criminal exposure.

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2 Answers | Asked in Domestic Violence for California on
Q: Can I still file a report for domestic violence that happened in 2010 CA?

Threatened To kill me if I went to police, sexual/mental/verbal abuse as well as tried choking me to death, threats to kill me and loved ones, forced to witness acts of violence, and 8 months worth more. Including him and his sister and friends telling me to kill myself. Family had to literally... View More

Dmitry Gorin
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Dmitry Gorin
answered on Apr 30, 2018

If this incident occurred in 2010 and there have been no other more recent incidents, it's highly unlikely the filing a DV report would result in any legal action. The statute of limitations has long passed for the majority of potential charges, with maybe the exception of some sexual related... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Domestic Violence for California on
Q: Dv sacramento California family law

Hello there

Just to start I wanted to let you know some of the details prior to my current situation...

I have a 5 year old who I have not seen in 2 months because his father kicked me out, leaving me homeless. And is now keeping my son from me, from what I understand he just acts... View More

Dale S. Gribow
Dale S. Gribow
answered on Apr 29, 2018

much more info would be needed.

if DV is criminal you need a criminal lawyer/public defender.

otherwise you need a family law attorney re custody and DV

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Domestic Violence and Family Law for California on
Q: I have a friend that is currently pregant with her 2nd child. She is using illegal drugs. She lost custody of the 1st

She gave birth to her first 1st in riverIde county and will now give birth in Orange county. Will The baby be tested at birth? Cps said they can not do anything until baby is born. Will she lose the 2nd too?

Dale S. Gribow
Dale S. Gribow
answered on Apr 27, 2018

NEED MORE INFO

PROBABLY A QUESTION A DOCTOR COULD ANSWER BETTER.

BUT SHOULDN'T SHE LOSE BABY FOR PUTTING BABY'S HEALTH AT RISK?

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Domestic Violence for California on
Q: Need help making sure my babys grandma stays away from us. She had violently attacked me as I️ had her in my arms

Also began to grab my baby says she was going to take her to spend time with her as I️ said no. In the car. Previous to that incident she had already came at me one night very late and kicked us out middle of night And tried fighting me and came so close to me I️ had to push her away as I️... View More

Crista Marie Haynes
Crista Marie Haynes
answered on Apr 25, 2018

You need to request a Civil Harassment Restraining Order and/or your fiance can file a Domestic Violence Restraining order. With the information that you have placed in your inquiry it definitely sounds like you have sufficient evidence of a credible threat and therefore enough to have a temporary... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Domestic Violence and Family Law for California on
Q: what are the laws on non related domestic violence case and new DVTRO in ca family courts
Dale S. Gribow
Dale S. Gribow
answered on Apr 22, 2018

a lot more info is needed.

however, everyone views DV cases differently. Most courts would come down more harshly with multiple DV. It indicates someone who can not control themselves and may need and more structured sentence with classes to address this issue..................

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support, Domestic Violence and Family Law for California on
Q: What are my legal options in this child support debacle?

I do not live with my family, but I am still married and I want to live with them. My husband has a mental disorder and it affects his decision making skills. In a very backwards situation, my husband hit me, I went to jail for it, and he continued the food stamp process I had begun, but left me... View More

Dale S. Gribow
Dale S. Gribow
answered on Apr 16, 2018

need more info for a family law attorney.

i handle criminal and negligence.

if you are in a position to afford a family law lawyer i will give you some names.

otherwise, you should contact legal aid.

dale@dalegribowlaw.com

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce, Family Law, Domestic Violence and Elder Law for California on
Q: I have a couple of questions in one.

soon-to-be verbally and financially abusive ex is hiding money claiming he only makes $14,000 a year at his job and not claiming what he makes in another job he does on weekends where I can see the schedule and know exactly when he's working. He claimed in an email that he would get a 1099 to... View More

Dale S. Gribow
Dale S. Gribow
answered on Apr 14, 2018

need more info

i don't do family law and that is the type of lawyer you appear to need.

have you tried legal aid? this isinfo i had in my computer

Desert Legal Aid

777 E. Tahquitz Cyn Way, Suite 10012

PO Box 5563

Palm Springs Ca 92263-5563...
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2 Answers | Asked in Domestic Violence for California on
Q: Me and my boyfriend got into a fight & our son was on the bed sleepThe cops were called and they charged him child en

Misdemeanor or felony?

Dale S. Gribow
Dale S. Gribow
answered on Apr 14, 2018

more info and clarification is needed.

it sounds like an argument and someone called police and H was arrest for domestic violence..............on a child?

if he hit, touched, shover either of you he could have problems and he needs a lawyer asap.................maybe a good lawyer...
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