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We have lived together for 2 years. We got into an argument 4 days ago. My daughter whom lives next door heard the commotion and called the police. He pushed over a tote with some items inside and it knocked over a side table with an old TV on it. He never touched me nor threatened to touch me. We... View More 
answered on Aug 23, 2018
He needs a criminal attorney to represent him in the criminal case. The state can bring charges without your cooperation depending on what information or evidence they obtained in their investigation.
And i had probation violation there and i was bonded out on the new chargers
answered on Aug 15, 2018
They can revoke the rest of your sentence. All the time left on your sentence can be revoked for jail time. Depending on the time of charge or/and the judge you can be revoked and have to serve day for day.
I Didn't hurt her I just picked her up and put her on the bed and walked away she called my parents over my parents called the cops and she tried to stop the police from aresstING me and my parents told her to stop or the police would arest her and my wife doesn't want to press charges... View More
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answered on Aug 5, 2018
Hire a criminal attorney to help you. Yes, the state can press chrages, even if she does not want to.
HE WENT TO COURT LAST MONTH JUNE 2018 AND THE PROSECUTOR TOLD HIM THEY WAS OFFERING HIM 60 DAYS IN JAIL BUT WHY IS THAT WHEN HE COMPLETED THE CLASS NOW HIS FINAL TRIAL IS AUGUST 20 WHATS GOING TO HAPPEN IS HE GOING TO JAIL OR JUST HAVE TO SHOW PROOF OF THE CLASS IN GEORGIA
answered on Jul 24, 2018
The class doesn't get rid of the charges. It usually helps mitigate a sentence, but it's not necessarily going to get rid of any jail time. Talk to a local attorney about representation. No one can predict an outcome, or even begin to, without knowing all the facts first.
It is her first offense. I am the victim.
answered on Jul 20, 2018
You need to talk to the jail about that. She should have a first appearance hearing this morning, where they will likely set a bond. Her bond will likely come with the condition that she have no contact with you, which it appears you are already prepared to violate. If you want my two cents,... View More
Economic support for not being married to their dad! I thought that was what the program is for to help the victims not if their married or not. Is there anything I can do about this matter?
answered on Jul 20, 2018
I have never heard of this program and I am completely unaware of any law permitting you to recover economically for being a victim of domestic abuse. You may want to consider a civil action to recover money damages for the abuse. This is not "economic support" and would amount to a one... View More
Hi I was wondering if you could help my husband and I got into an argument since I had to much to drink I called the cops and told them he had hit me they arrested him and charged him with aggravated assault, but it wasn't true I said that stuff because I was drunk can I drop the charges since... View More
answered on Jul 17, 2018
You do not have the ability to "drop charges". You can make a statement to the District Attorney's office about what really happened. It is up to them to decide which version is the truth. I would suggest your husband hire an attorney to defend himself from these charges.
I am filing divorce pro se, and cannot find how to incorporate this agreement into the divorce. The alimony is for a specified amount of money for a specified amount of time, regardless of remarriage/cohabitation status - due to his physical abuse and infidelity. All the forms I have access to... View More
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answered on Jul 9, 2018
There isn't going to be a form that allows you to incorporate the post nup into the divorce filing. You have to seek to have it enforced, and he has the option to try to refute that it is unenforceable. This isn't the kind of divorce that you should try to do on your own. You should... View More
Yes I have done her wrong I have hurt her yes but I’ve never hit her emotionally and mentally I’ll probably have a Abuse her but that still does not give her the right to break my stuff throw my stuff out the apartment threaten to lock me out the house that we pay rent for and then put her... View More
answered on Jun 25, 2018
I'm not sure what you are asking? Are there children? Is the house his, pre-marital? At any rate, please consult with an experienced family law attorney to discuss your options.
They didn't offer a drug test first before they took my kids. And for the family violence which neither me nor my husband have a background of family violence?
answered on Jun 17, 2018
The State may always remove a child from the custody of any parent when, following a preliminary investigation their is some evidence of neglect or danger to the child. Whether or not parents have a background of violence may or may not be relevant to an allegation of current family violence. You... View More
answered on Jun 15, 2018
Please note, if this is a follow up to a previous question posted on this board the attorneys on this board cannot see who is asking the question, so we have no idea what your previous question was. If a TPO was issued against you, you likely have very little ability to get it reversed at this... View More
I missed because I had the wrong dates for another order. I was falsely accused. Took off work but had the wrong date for the wrong appearance.
answered on Jun 14, 2018
Not likely. If you can show your notice has the wrong date, you may be able to make a motion for new trial.
He's currently in there based on a statement given . In the statement the person said he had a gun so he's been charged with possession of a firearm but when they searched him they didn't find a fire arm but he's still being charged with possession.
answered on May 31, 2018
Does he not have a bond? What about a lawyer? 8 months is a long time, but it does happen.
What can i do legally to protect my family.
answered on May 31, 2018
I'm confused. Are you talking about the protected party (Petitioner) or the party who is restrained (Respondent)? Please clarify your question and post again.
And refuses every opportunity that she is given to get her stuf. Are her and her boyfriend legally allowed to acquire a key from someone who doesnt live there so that they can return to said residence and take "her" stuff while no one else is there? Barrow county Georgia
answered on May 30, 2018
How about changing the locks as the first step?
You will have to do it eentually.
the incedent happened in 2013 and the defendant has not come close to paying what is owed. i have called his probation officer, the courthouse, and the department of corrections and no one will help me.
answered on May 25, 2018
I would recommend you contact the District attorney in the county where the person was sentenced. They usually have a victim-witness unit who can assist you with your restitution situation. If it’s a smaller office, check with the District Attorney themself. That is part of their job. An attorney... View More
was given 1st offenders because I took a plea deal after I was told I would sit in jail until court because there is no bail for this. It was 3 counts total: Harass Tele Call, Bodily Harm, and stalking. They NEVER paid attention to my restraining order and this is stopping me 11 years later from... View More
answered on May 18, 2018
You can apply for a pardon. You have to show the governor that you've lived a crime free life and you have to get letters demonstrating the hardship the conviction is creating. Pardons are not guaranteed, but this may be your best shot at this point. Talk to a local attorney about assisting... View More
Can the charges be dropped?
answered on May 11, 2018
It will depend on the jurisdiction, in Gwinnett County for example it will take about 3-4 months before a court date is set. In other counties it could be faster and some places it might take a year. I would encourage you to hire an attorney so that someone can advocate for the accused to try to... View More
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