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A ex gave me a dog for a gift and I had the dog for a service dog/emotional support dog, he came back 8 months later wanting the dog back, then took me to court and the judge granted him the dog. The judge and his dad is best friends. I have all the vet bills and etc, it’s micro chipped under my... View More 
answered on Aug 20, 2022
You can appeal the decision to the next level. If the original trial was in city court or justice court, you will be granted a new trial at the next level with a new judge.
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answered on Aug 14, 2022
Sounds to me like your husband is definitely going to need to speak with a lawyer about the facts and circumstances surrounding his charges, as well as the search.
My vehicle was considered a total loss on May 15th, 2022. The insurance company did not contact me about when they decided to make it a total loss. I had contact. them. the only time they contacted me was when. They received my recorded statement after that point. I was the one reaching out and... View More
answered on Aug 10, 2022
It really depends on the circumstances; however, when it comes to the consideration of total property loss, the insurance company still has an obligation to keep their insured (you) in the loop. Assuming that they did not and that you have a lawyer representing you on any type of personal injury... View More
Due to cancer diagnosis , the patient responsibility is up in the thousands after insurance has paid , can they take my land. I have cancer and unable to work and I live on social security.
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answered on Aug 9, 2022
Any debt can become a judgment lien against real property. Hire a MS attorney to advise you of Exemption Statutes and proper planning.
I have had custody for 2 years. My sister is a drug user who was in a dangerous position and we got my Neice. My husband and I want to adopt her but do not know where to start? Do we need an attorney? She’s in agreement (at the moment). She’s had no physical contact with her in months. She goes... View More
answered on Aug 5, 2022
Here's what you need to do:
1. Fill out the petition and send it to the Circuit County Court in the county where you live.
2. Obtain the mother's permission. If the parent is emotionally or financially unfit, or if the parent has abandoned the child, Florida law may allow... View More
He seems like he really wants to have a second chance in life, but we need to know his past.
answered on Aug 4, 2022
Go to the Clerk’s office of the Court where the charges were filed, give the deputy clerk the defendant’s name and the case number. They will make you copies of the file at a cost to you.
Does the child support stop for that one child that join the military?
answered on Jul 30, 2022
Not necessarily. If your child support order specifies an amount for each child, I.e., $200 per month per child for a total of $400 per month, then you would be safe to reduce your child support by the amount designated for the child that has joined the military, if he/she has joined the full... View More
answered on Jul 29, 2022
Yes. You can file emergency. You can file online. Stay is automatic upon filing snd notice to creditor.
His daughter was pregnant her boyfriend was in jail it wasn't his he said he will not raise it so she asked us to raise it as ours when the baby was born she gave us a signed nerdrise document stating we had sole custody of her and was responsible for her well being because he's not had... View More
answered on Jul 29, 2022
Without a court order, she would be able to take the child if law enforcement will help her take the child from you. That is a big if because most will not get involved in these matters. You should immediately file an action in the chancery court of the county where you live, alleging that she... View More
answered on Jul 27, 2022
It really depends on how bad the information is. If it is a completely different vehicle and absolutely nothing matches up, then there is a better chance of having the ticket thrown out, or at the very least casting the officer's story into question.
was pulled over by a cop who’s known to be dirty. he saw me at gas station, never says a word to me , but as soon as I pull out of parking lot pulls me over. Wasnt even maybe 5 yards from parking lot of store when he pulled me over. Never gave me a reason as to why , or asked me my name or my... View More
answered on Jul 27, 2022
It is highly unusual for them to not put the controlled substance; however, the information should be further explained in a supplemental report. Your best bet is going to be to get with an experienced criminal defense lawyer to talk about the ins and outs of the case. While the wrong information... View More
answered on Jul 27, 2022
It is highly unusual for them to not put the controlled substance; however, the information should be further explained in a supplemental report. Your best bet is going to be to get with an experienced criminal defense lawyer to talk about the ins and outs of the case. While the wrong information... View More
Was given a ticket for possession but on the ticket it only says possession of controlled sub (, schedule 1 OR schedule 2)? Under explanation the police officer only put N/A , and nowhere on the ticket does it say what substance he found exactly. Or even the amount that he allegedly found anywhere... View More
answered on Jul 27, 2022
It is highly unusual for them to not put the controlled substance; however, the information should be further explained in a supplemental report. Your best bet is going to be to get with an experienced criminal defense lawyer to talk about the ins and outs of the case. While the wrong information... View More
answered on Jul 27, 2022
It can most definitely happen; however, it turns into a question of whether they ever file it and, if so, when they file it. The best thing to do will be to periodically check back with the court to see if the ticket was filed. That being said, if you were given a copy of a ticket with a court... View More
answered on Jul 27, 2022
It can most definitely happen; however, it turns into a question of whether they ever file it and, if so, when they file it. The best thing to do will be to periodically check back with the court to see if the ticket was filed. That being said, if you were given a copy of a ticket with a court... View More
answered on Jul 27, 2022
Without knowing the ins and outs of how the website works, there is no way to know. Typically, on public information websites, the only thing that will show up are tickets and charges, and not necessarily affidavits.
The case was dismissed on April 21, 2022, via Pre-Trial Diversion. How do I get my record expunged
answered on Jul 27, 2022
If the case was dismissed via pretrial diversion, then the best thing that you could do to have your record expunged is get with a lawyer, who can draft and submit the necessary paperwork to get the case expunged.
The state lost my returns in 2008 and now won’t except a refile. I went out of business in 2010 and filed for bankruptcy on business and personal.
answered on Jul 25, 2022
There is no limitation on the time that Mississippi can collect sales taxes from you.
It alleged breech of contract. How long does the estate have to produce the documentation since none was filed with initial paperwork? Can I file to have this dismissed?
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answered on Jul 25, 2022
You will need to hire a competent MS attorney to move for summary judgment and a declaration of release.
I live in a small town in Mississippi as where the police dept I believe don't just do their job in some aspects but go far above and beyond the area of rights and I feel the deliberate disregard for one's rights giving the date place. And whom they are stopping!!! It's as if... View More
answered on Jul 24, 2022
Without more information, it's very hard to answer your question. Generally speaking, officers and prosecutors have a lot of discretion when it comes to prosecuting or pursuing charges against a person. Even if charges are filed, they can decide to drop the case or drop only certain parts of it.
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