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One of my friends who is 14 just told me that she is sleeping with a 25-year-old I'm scared as to what would happen if they ever get caught but what would happen if they do get caught? How long would he go to prison for ? If she says it was consensual will he still get in trouble ? And... View More 
answered on Jul 18, 2017
There are so many legal issues involved in that question, it reminded me of taking the bar exam a few decades ago! I'll do my best to just give answers, and then provide a little narrative in what could be a game changer!
1) if they were caught, it would definitely be statutory rape... View More
I have 2 weeks to move out and I can not tdake our 5 year old sonwith me. He won`t answer his phone when I call or answer texts. He works 6-7 days/week, and when he is home, spends very little time with our son. He is also been cheating with me over last few years and I now have solid proof. I am... View More
answered on Jul 16, 2017
Now that you are breaking up again, why not simply start complying with the custody order you already have? As far as your financial predicament, as you and the boyfriend were never married, you are not entitled to any support from him other than child support. I recommend you go to court with... View More
Court is not requiring me to pay for child/spousal support
answered on Jul 14, 2017
Why do you want to do that? More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on... View More
I believe the case is being treated as a felony as there were physical injuries to the other party
answered on Jul 14, 2017
It depends on the facts, the specific charge, and any priors. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and... View More
16yrold daughter/19yrold boyfriend he assisted in her runaway report was made no charges against him he got scared and she came home. restraining order denied for civil harassment. judge said no violence against me/mother. he is still showing up in public to see her using friends cell phones for... View More
answered on Jul 14, 2017
That sounds like a crime that should be reported to the police. If they fail to investigate, you can file a complaint with the police department and also report the crime to the DA. You may want to file a restraining order against the boyfriend on behalf of your daughter. It sounds like you erred... View More
Threaten me and my family are my son. If I were to ever call the police on him that he would kill me whatever time the place came out I would send them away he was arrested twice because there was more exciting me but because I refuse to testify they had to drop the charges on him I finally have... View More
answered on Jul 12, 2017
You may consider filing for a restraining order and contacting the police to report the crimes. You may also consider suing for tortious assault/ battery. You may want to file for custody and child support. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first... View More
My ex girlfriend boyfriend is a known drug felony and is using in house. Her sister who lives with her has seen evidence of it. I am afraid for my daugther and want to protect her living arrangement.
answered on Jul 10, 2017
You might want to file for a custody modification based on any such evidence as well as a restraining order. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me, my... View More
The condo is in my deceased mother's name and my sister has her boyfriend living here also that does nothing but yell and scream and threaten everyone in the house creating a hostile living environment. I'm scared to leave my room.
answered on Jul 10, 2017
Azusa, CA:
So, first things first. If your housemates are creating a hostile living environment, then you should report the incidents to the police and seek a restraining order. This goes double if you are in fear for your safety.
The next issue is that you state that the condo is... View More
My mother left my sister and I a condo. She has a live in boyfriend who has made me afraid to leave my room. He has yelled and cussed at me while pregnant and in front of my children and made a threat that my family will suffer. I feel unsafe in my home. They are 5 months behind on their rent. What... View More
answered on Jul 8, 2017
You can report threats to the police, and you can file for a restraining order. You may seek a partition in court re: your ownership rights. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself.... View More
I have full legal and pysical custody of our two kids and a 5 year perm restraining order against my ex protecting the children and myself. I have a move away order from the court and only three days until the 30-stay period ends. My ex filed an appeal. I received a piece of paper (1-page) that... View More
answered on Jul 3, 2017
Is his appeal timely? Has his appeal been filed and a temporary stay of the order been issued? More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me, my credentials,... View More
I was in a domestic violence relationship with a juvenile age 17 and i am 18. I have a court protective order against him can i remove that and if so how? How many years of probation would he get? And who can i contact to know how many years he gets? I live in California thank you.
answered on Jul 2, 2017
If you filed for a protective order on your own, and it was granted, then when the judge granted the order it would be stated on the record how long the court order was good for.
If it was a protective order that was granted as part of a criminal domestic violence case, and the... View More
answered on Jun 27, 2017
She can call the police to report a crime, file a request for a restraining order, and sue in civil court for assault and battery, if you injured her. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You... View More
answered on Jun 25, 2017
Perhaps, but did she file in divorce court or to the police? More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/... View More
answered on Jun 25, 2017
What kind of violence results in no injuries? You can report crimes to the police. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials,... View More
Or is there another method for getting this additional evidence into the judge's hands ?
answered on Jun 25, 2017
You can file an "Amended response" to the complaint. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media... View More
answered on Jun 22, 2017
Domestic violence is a crime, and you can report that to the police. You can also seek a restraining order in court. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my... View More
shortly after buying my home my brotger became homeless and i allowed him to move in with me. i have a heart condition and recent arguments have resulted in him threatening my physical well being as well as the well being of my animals. i told him to leave and not come back but he refuses. i live... View More
answered on Jun 22, 2017
You can report crimes to the police, and evictions should happen via court. You may seek a restraining order as well. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my... View More
This was a physical situation and he is facing possible battery charges. I cannot afford to keep spending $150 to get him served and it not working. I am afraid the judge will not continue to extend the dates for court and I need this restraining order to stay in place. It is an emergency/temp... View More
answered on Jun 22, 2017
Have you hired a professional process server? Have you reported the crime to the police? More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors,... View More
We were upset at each other, over a recurring issue with her intrusive 23yr old dtr. We said things to each other and my left ear was scratched so I pressed charges.
answered on Jun 22, 2017
The DA (not victims) makes decisions whether to charge or dismiss, and if they're pressing forward then they can subpoena you to testify. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read... View More
I filed domestic abuse to my ex boyfriend because he was verbally threatening me weeks passed we worked it out for the baby. Is there a way to drop the case and restraining order since I'm the one that filed. Will I get penalized if I don't show up for court
answered on Jun 21, 2017
Is it a family or criminal court case? If family court, then you may seek to dismiss the action, and you should do that in court typically. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more... View More
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