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Ncp has been in jail for non payment of child support multiple times from his other children. He has no communication with our daughter and my husband wants to adopt her
answered on Aug 2, 2024
Under HRS §578-2 Consent to adoption. Consent for adoption may not be necessary under the following conditions:
(c) Persons as to whom consent not required or whose consent may be dispensed with by order of the court.
(1) Persons as to whom consent is not required:
(A) A... View More 
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answered on Mar 24, 2024
If you've received a default judgment against you for missing a hearing due to medical reasons, it's essential to act promptly. Start by gathering all relevant medical documentation that explains your absence. This should include dates, the nature of your medical issue, and notes from... View More
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answered on Jan 29, 2024
In Hawaii, when a child is charged with possession of a detrimental drug, the process typically involves law enforcement and the juvenile justice system. However, the approach can vary depending on the specific circumstances and the severity of the offense.
Initially, police may detain the... View More
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answered on Jan 26, 2024
When a child faces a criminal offense investigation in Hawaii, parents have rights and responsibilities beyond securing legal representation. Parents should stay informed about the charges, legal proceedings, and potential consequences, with the child's attorney serving as a crucial source of... View More
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answered on Oct 18, 2023
Grounds for an annulment in Hawaii can include factors like fraud, bigamy, impotence, lack of consent, and underage marriage. For personalized legal advice tailored to your unique circumstances, it's advisable to consult with an attorney.
In response to his proposal of marrige ,I gave up my business, friends, vocational license, all because he asked me to. When asked why I wasn't introduced to family and friends. He asked me to wait for his dad to pass. Eight lonely isolated years of empty promises later, he tells me... View More
answered on Sep 22, 2023
A Hawaii attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. I'm sorry for your difficult situation. Personal injury and general civil litigation attorneys (the chosen categories here) are not really versed in these issues. You could try reposting under Divorce, and if... View More
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answered on Aug 16, 2023
In Hawaii, as in many states, the use of video recordings without consent can be a complex legal issue. While laws can vary, generally speaking, recording someone without their consent in situations where they have a reasonable expectation of privacy may raise legal concerns.
Me and mother disagree on vaccines and share legal custody 50/50. She has full physical custody.
answered on Jun 16, 2023
You theoretically can ask the court that issued your custody order to give you the exclusive right to make the decision about vaccinations, or all non-emergency medical decisions, for your child.
But you will need to produce some pretty compelling medical evidence that your child has some... View More
My soon to be Ex wife assaulted me, was arrested. I placed a Tro against her. She moved into her friends house just 20 yards past the 100 yards no go zone for my home. I can’t drive out of the neighborhood or take my kids to park with being forced into the 100 yard zone. And she has been... View More
answered on May 14, 2023
I do not practice law in Hawaii so i can only speak to general principles of law. Typically restraining orders limit the activities of the respondent or person who is being restrained by the order. It sounds like you are person being protected by the order (often called a petitioner). Does the... View More
I was written as being entitled to a certain % in my grandpas will but the will states that my mother serves as my trustee and she will have to distribute my part of the will to me. What happens if my mother doesn’t give me my part of the will.
answered on Jul 15, 2022
You need to know what you’re entitled to and when. You can hire an attorney to assist with that, and also to petition the court if there is an issue with the distribution.
Everything in the TRO filed is "Hearsay," and the only possible proof is on a cell phone as a screen shot or text message or on social media (facebook). Is any of this actually admissable in the courts?
answered on Feb 9, 2022
It depends. In criminal Violation of TRO proceedings, the State would need to turn over copies of any discovery/evidence related to a person's case. In a civil proceeding that could either be in district or family court depending on whether you and the other person meet the criteria for... View More
answered on Feb 9, 2022
In general when a person is arrested for a bench warrant in Hawai'i they will be held at a police station and given an opportunity to try to post their own bail. If a person cannot post bail (by their own means or through a bail bonds entity) then they are taken before the closest court of the... View More
he is not divorced with my mother.
has illegal marriages as well as children from two other women.
he does not support's us financially but is hawaii court claims that he is doing so.
I want to come to usa and get alimony for my mother .
what are our rights in... View More
answered on Feb 20, 2021
This sounds like a complicated situation. Please call my office at 916-378-0259 for further information.
How will it look to a judge that my son is paying a monthly amount to his wife who has walked out on him and four children? My daughter-in-law left in January and has little to do with the family. However, she drives the kids to school each morning and when our son needs to be out of town, she... View More
answered on Jun 6, 2019
First, if he is in he military, he is likely required to support his spouse by the military so long as he is married. I have had my military male clients get reported by the separated wife to his chain of command for not supporting her, and it has caused my clients problems.
Second, I tell... View More
He has repeatedly refused to visit his son and goes months without talking to him on phone. My son asked him to terminate his rights a couple months ago so my partner could adopt him, but he refused & then stopped communicating for months. What can I do to terminate his rights?
How... View More
answered on Apr 9, 2019
This is a complex issue and no "one way" to go about accomplishing your goal. Also, I would need to get more information before determining what is the "best" way to proceed. I suggest you retain an attorney and discuss your options. I have seen biological fathers who have no... View More
10 false accusations called in my baby daddy i.e. I beat, scream, leave my child alone, been diagnosed w/mental illness, manufacture drugs, am on heroin, meth, and weed.
My house was clean, my child's art work decorates my walls, my child is happy and healthy. Other than 2 cigarettes... View More
answered on Mar 14, 2019
I suggest you get an attorney and don't do anything until you speak confidentially, with your attorney. It is illegal to smoke or otherwise ingest marijuana in the State of Hawai'i, unless you have a prescription and it is illegal in the United States. I don't know why CPS would... View More
answered on Mar 14, 2019
If your father is the only parent with parental rights over you, then it would make sense your father's would be the only signature needed for consent for a minor to marry. Or, you can wait until you are 18 and you don't need any parent's signature. Good luck to you.
The parents have property in another country. It is the only property in their name and they donated it to 1 child excluded the others. Is this valid in Hawaii laws?
answered on Mar 14, 2019
If the real property is in another country, the real property is probably governed by the laws of that country. Owners of property can generally give or sell real property to anyone they want. If it is a case of a child using "undue influence" to "force" parents to give... View More
Can an illegitimate child of an american citizen be automatically US citizen?
answered on Nov 27, 2017
Possibly. It depends on a variety of factors. It is best to consult with an immigration attorney to discuss your particular circumstances.
I'm a 16 year old boy living in the state of Hawaii and am a victim of mental and emotional abuse by my parents. My house is such a toxic environment where my dad smokes illegally and will sometimes threaten to harm me if I ever got in his way. My mom won't try to stop this behavior and... View More
answered on Jun 11, 2017
You cannot do that without their knowledge, consent or permission. Family services and the court system will not help with mental abuse.
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