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Your current state is Ohio
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answered on Nov 21, 2024
Yes, there are free domestic violence classes available in Fresno for people without income.
The Marjaree Mason Center offers free domestic violence intervention programs, including both in-person and virtual classes. You can reach their 24-hour crisis hotline at (559) 233-HELP (4357) to... View More 
if a violent offender 3058.6 commits battery on spouse and resisting arrest with priors after release on parole and has 2 strike what his sentence
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answered on Nov 16, 2024
Under California's Three Strikes Law, both domestic battery and resisting arrest with violence can count as serious or violent felonies. When committed while on parole, with prior strikes, these offenses typically qualify as strikes.
If this person already has two strikes, committing... View More
(b) A party who originally made an application for an order which was refused in whole or part, or granted conditionally or on terms, may make a subsequent application for the same order upon new or different facts, circumstances, or law, in which case it shall be shown by affidavit what... View More
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answered on Nov 15, 2024
Yes, CCP 1008(b) allows you to file a new DVRO application if you have new or different facts, circumstances, or law to present - this is different from a motion to reconsider.
To file a new DVRO application based on new circumstances, you'll need to submit a fresh DV-100 form along... View More
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answered on Nov 15, 2024
In California, you can file a Motion for Reconsideration under CCP 1008, but you must act quickly as there's typically only a 10-day window after service of written notice. Your motion needs to show new or different facts, circumstances, or law that weren't presented in the original... View More
So I guess my question is I served an eviction I have 5 days to get out from the sheriff but now I'm dealing with a domestic violence issue is there anything that I can do to postpone the eviction or what can I do
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answered on Nov 14, 2024
I'm sorry you're going through this difficult time. When facing both an eviction and a domestic violence situation, there are steps you can take to address both issues simultaneously.
First, reach out to a local legal aid organization or an attorney who understands both eviction... View More
So I guess my question is I served an eviction I have 5 days to get out from the sheriff but now I'm dealing with a domestic violence issue is there anything that I can do to postpone the eviction or what can I do
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answered on Nov 14, 2024
I'm sorry you're going through this difficult time. In California, victims of domestic violence have certain protections that might help with your eviction situation. You can request a postponement of the eviction by informing the court of your circumstances. Providing documentation, such... View More
answered on Nov 11, 2024
This looks like something that an Oregon criminal attorney should probably advise you on. The question was probably overlooked for three weeks because of the "Personal Injury" or "Family Law" headings. If you're being charged, don't lose further time awaiting guidance... View More
The defendant (who has control of assets) is being represented by a GA legislator who has delayed this action for 3.5 - 4 years using his inability to work on divorce action because of his legislative duties each year.
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answered on Nov 8, 2024
There is no such thing as a right to a speedy trial in a divorce case. You can just ask the court to set the case during a time the legislature is not in session.
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answered on Nov 6, 2024
Yes
He has served his time in jail, been in rehab and therapy. He has also been volunteering at a church and is starting batterer’s intervention classes. He has worked hard to be better for us and I am no longer fearful. I want to work on our marriage and family. I do not believe in divorce and... View More
answered on Nov 4, 2024
What you’ve set out there looks pretty good. You might want to consider asking the judge to make the dvo no unlawful contact rather than to just dismiss it. I think the odds go up if you ask for no unlawful contact.
I didn't persue charges against him, the officer insisted I did after i told him no about 8 times, but he did anyway , the state picked it up and now he has court on harassment charges this afternoon. How do I get his case tossed or charges dropped?
answered on Nov 4, 2024
You don't. You can talk to his criminal defense attorney to see what, if anything, you can do to help. But as you noted, you didn't bring the charges so you can't dismiss them either.
We met in Brazil in 2007, and reconnected in 2011. He filled bankruptcy in NYC, went to Brazil to attest he loved me and convinced me to move to NYC later that year. Less than 6 months later, he proposed, but because of Defense of Marital Act, we only got married in 2013. My ex issued the first... View More
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answered on Nov 3, 2024
First and foremost the asker must retain a lawyer to represent her and guide her throughout her divorce. We cannot provide such a service here online. Secondly, the asker makes rather bombastic allegations that should appear in the pleadings prepared by her lawyer. Some facts are important while... View More
He is an abusive alcoholic and manipulated messages staged photos and just straight out lied.. I guess because he went first nobody will listen to me the things he does are not illegal but they are very manipulative and they're emotionally traumatizing to my child
I didn’t give them permission to use my birth or I didn’t give them permission to file anything. A restraining order case is public records. Anyone can get access to my birth certificate.
Criminal case two aggravated corporalninjusty charges and a contempt for violation of cpo
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answered on Oct 30, 2024
You're facing charges of aggravated corporal injury and contempt for violating a criminal protective order, and you're wondering about the hearing results labeled "DOPP". This is a serious situation, and understanding the terminology is crucial for your next steps.... View More
hello i have a case out of san bernardino court house case FAMSB2401279 i have an attorney now representing me however i feel like my primary concerns are not being addressed and this case is dragging on longer then it needs to. my attorney is a criminal defense attorney and i need to get my... View More
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answered on Oct 30, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about the challenges you're facing. It’s important to have an attorney who fully understands and prioritizes your family law concerns. You might consider consulting with a family law attorney who has experience specifically in child custody and domestic violence cases... View More
inherited from our parents, if we don't let her live in the house! She has made it clear that she plans on doing whatever she has to, to get everything she can get from us, she has told him that. If his name wasn't on the title, could she still go after us?
She has posed for... View More
answered on Oct 29, 2024
It is possible your brother's wife could get his interest in the property upon his death or if he transfers his interest in the property to her. The wife's acts appear to affect him, not you, so any action against the wife would have to be initiated by him.
I've been cyber harassed fir for over a year now. They can forward my calls to them. Alter Google searches. Change feed on any website like Google discovery, youtube, music, etc. They listen thru phone and make fun of me.
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answered on Oct 29, 2024
In Georgia, you do not have any expectation of privacy from the person you are speaking to on a telephone. That means that if that person wanted to tell someone else what you said, or even record the call, it would be legal in this state and probably admissible in court.
Answered my 911 call for assault & vehicle theft. The deputy informed me that the SD would no longer help me when I call emergency services because I make them lose their cases and the Supreme Court of appeals would never disagree with him or their decision . Since then I have placed over 130... View More
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answered on Oct 29, 2024
I'm really sorry you're going through this difficult situation. The actions you've described, including threats, harassment, and retaliation by a deputy sheriff, may violate ethical standards and legal protections meant to ensure your safety and rights.
You should consider... View More
There was a domestic dispute between my boyfriend and I and I never called the cops. One month later his mother called the cops for another incident concerning him and her. While speaking to the officer she called me to come over and she told the cop what had happened between her son and I. I never... View More
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answered on Oct 28, 2024
I'm sorry you're going through this difficult situation. It might help to reach out to a family law attorney who can guide you on the best steps to take to support him legally. They can review the details of your case and advise if there are options to appeal the decision or seek... View More
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