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In the process of divorcing my husband in Kentucky, I currently have an Emergency Protective Order against him due to his assault on our minor children. The house we live in is solely in his name. Will the court likely grant me the house in the divorce, considering these circumstances?... View More 
answered on Mar 16, 2025
Not necessarily. All the assets and debts will have to be identified and valued. If you reach an agreement with your spouse that you get the house, then you likely will. If you are expecting the Court to award you the house just because you have a DVO and are currently living in it, that very... View More
I'm facing an issue with my current partner who has threatened to report unfounded allegations of sexual abuse to ruin my life after I expressed doubts about our relationship. She claims to have videos taken without my knowledge during role play. We've discussed this, but she becomes... View More
answered on Mar 8, 2025
Document everything g with your therapist and keep an eye out and an ear open for anything else that would disprove the false allegations. I would refrain from discussing any of that with your partner and I would conversely act unfazed, unconcerned and like it doesn’t bother you if she brings it... View More
I was arrested four weeks ago in a domestic incident where my boyfriend hit me with a wooden chair. Despite him admitting to the incident, the police did not take my side of the story and arrested me without reading my Miranda rights. They also failed to inform me of the reason for my arrest. I am... View More
answered on Feb 17, 2025
You will first need a successful resolution of the criminal charges against you before you file a civil rights complaint against the police. Once you obtain a dismissal of the charges against you, you can then file an action against the police in state or federal court.
The victim to assault was trying to enter my home I have witnesses can I fight this
answered on Jun 26, 2024
You should definitely tell your attorney about these witnesses and provide their contact information so that an investigator can go obtain written statements from these witnesses. You should maintain friendly relationships with these witnesses and periodically check in with them to ensure you know... View More
In KENTUCKY- facing assault fourth degree, public intoxication 1st & 2nd offense, breaking terms of release on an ROR,& criminal mischief. Separate dates of charge but they’re making me go to court at the same time for both. The respondent is my baby daddy ‘& he has asked for... View More
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answered on Feb 7, 2024
In Kentucky, facing charges such as fourth-degree assault, public intoxication, breaking terms of release on an ROR, and criminal mischief presents a serious legal situation that could potentially lead to jail time, depending on the specifics of your case, your criminal history, and the discretion... View More
This girl is trying to add Hispanic which is my sister's boyfriend who she wants as her boyfriend adding him on a restraining order and he said he didn't want no part of but she said her attorney is handling it so he didn't have to be there she's just writing his name without... View More
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answered on Jan 30, 2024
In cases involving restraining orders, the individual seeking the order can request that certain people be included in the order. However, typically, there needs to be a reasonable basis for including each person. This usually involves demonstrating to the court that the person named poses a threat... View More
I filed a police report regarding harassment and physical assault in Kentucky on November 18, 2023. The incident occurred during my dad's funeral and there were witnesses. A warrant was issued, but authorities have decided not to pursue it further, citing that it is a family dispute. How long... View More
answered on Jun 18, 2025
The one year statute of limitations has run on the charges you described.You may still have time to consult a lawyer regarding civil remedies for same but you should do so immediately.
I have a 3-year DVO against my abusive ex, who is not allowed contact with me or my daughter. Despite this, he continues to digitally stalk us, posting public Facebook statuses directly addressing my daughter, which I believe is a violation of the DVO. He also creates fake Snapchat accounts to... View More
answered on Jun 18, 2025
Take a criminal complaint against him for violation of the DVO. The county attorney will be able to have a detective investigate and evaluate your evidence against your ex.
My husband has been involved in my 6-year-old daughter's life for nearly 4 years, and we wish for him to adopt her. However, her biological father is evading being served the paperwork, possibly due to a record in another state and issues with police or court matters. I previously had a DVO... View More
answered on Jun 18, 2025
Yes. You can have a warning order appointed to give him notice and then your step-parent adoption can proceed.
If someone is charged with strangulation and they are married to the victim, who does not want to testify, can the victim invoke spousal privilege to avoid testifying, even if there are no court orders currently in place and the defendant is represented by a public defender?
I've been married for 8 years, and my wife has video evidence, emails, and texts showing that I abused her. We do not have any prenuptial agreements, and there are no children from the marriage. In this situation, can my wife seek alimony?
answered on May 17, 2025
Not based on the abuse but based on the dis pi rarity in income, if there is such. It’s relatively short term marriage so maintenance will not last very long.
I am a CNA working at a nursing home and have had ongoing issues with a nurse who has been aggressive toward me and others. Recently, during a hallway altercation, she put her finger in my face and accused me of being aggressive, even though coworkers confirmed I was not. I was sent home based... View More
answered on May 15, 2025
File a complaint with the Ky Board of Nursing setting out your reasons you believe caused the discriminatory treatment.
I'm seeking clarity on whether a 15-year-old child can testify privately against their biological father regarding neglect and abuse due to potential nervousness in a courtroom setting. The case involves revoking the father's custody rights to prevent the child from being forced to return... View More
answered on May 15, 2025
The child can testify outside the physical presence of the father so long as the father can view the testimony via electronic means as it happens and he can see and hear what is said. There cannot be private testimony where the father is excluded completely as that would violate the confrontation... View More
My boyfriend and his child's mother had agreed that he would keep their child from March 18 until her return from vacation on March 27, due to concerns about the child's discomfort during long car rides. There was a Domestic Violence Order (DVO) that expired on March 4, facilitating a... View More
answered on Apr 5, 2025
He will have to file a motion in the custody action. Once the dvo expires, it cannot be revived or enforced post expiration.
I have an active DVO against my child's mother, and she has one against me. Our child is currently in the hospital with declining health, and due to the urgency of her condition, waiting to get on the court docket, which is over a week away, may not be feasible. How can I get immediate relief... View More
I have a 500-foot restraining order against my husband, but I can't go to where I'm staying due to it. I was initially afraid, but there has been no recent contact between us, only through the kids. The order was modified for counseling, but my lawyer hasn't been responsive. There is... View More
answered on Mar 28, 2025
You can ask the court to modify the dvo. It should not negatively affect you if it doesn’t work out.
I have an Emergency Protective Order (EPO) against someone, and I included my workplace address in the EPO. The individual later began working at the same place. I presented a copy of the EPO to my management and requested a schedule change or more distance from this person, but they refused my... View More
I was bonded out on a domestic violence charge in Kentucky. My boyfriend wasn’t the one who called the cops, and he hasn't filed a restraining order, although no contact was part of my release paperwork. I have no prior related charges, and I am due to appear in court in April. The bond... View More
answered on Mar 21, 2025
Highly unlikely that you will return to jail as long as you do not violate any of the terms or conditions of your release.
I got into a drunken argument with my boyfriend, during which I hit him, and the neighbors called the police. I spent the night in jail and was bonded out, but a no-contact order was issued. My boyfriend did not press charges and does not want this order. I have a court date in a month. How can I... View More
answered on Mar 16, 2025
Youll need to redocket the case, have your boyfriend come to court and ask the judge to make the no contact order a no unlawful no contact order.
In Kentucky, the father of my children was issued a Domestic Violence Order (DVO) after admitting to verbal and mental abuse, coercion, confinement, and posing a danger. Despite being offered legal counsel, he refused it in court and admitted to the accusations while witnesses testified against... View More
answered on Mar 9, 2025
Depends on whether he’s asking for reconsideration or appeal. Reconsideration will be the same judge. Appeal will be a new three judge panel before the Zcourt of Appeals.
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