The police were called to my friend's house for Domestic Violence, 3 weeks ago. After spending an hour and a half at the residence, the police made no arrests. Today, 3 weeks later, they come and place my friend under arrest for Domestic Abuse. Can they arrest you 3 weeks later when they... View More
answered on Nov 30, 2018
Of course they can arrest him later, at their convenience - even a year or more later if they wish and think they can make a case.
My wife of 21 years started showing many antisocial symptoms after we had troubles ( only time in 21 years we have had a single argument or issue) she has revealed a huge amount of mental issues and began becoming aggressive and gaslighting type actions . She was able to obtain an order against me... View More
answered on Nov 27, 2018
I understand the temptation but you need to understand that if she complains or anyone calls the violation to the court's attention, you will be jailed, with the main question being not if but for how long, and that being up to the Judge. It can also be expensive regardless of how it all... View More
My partner lives in an (from what I can understand) an emotionally abusive situation. His mother uses money to threaten him (take money out of his personal bank account or not buy essential items) and has become increasingly controlling over the past year. I was wondering if there were resources or... View More
answered on Aug 14, 2018
In order to answer this question, I need some more information. Is your partner a minor or under guardianship? If he is a minor, this likely does not meet the threshold for neglect unless she has actually caused him harm from these threats. Also, there is a difference for what constitutes... View More
I had a restraining order against him for a year. Did not renew as we needed to communicate. He also has an attempt of animal abuse charge, because he killed my dog. I have a major surgery scheduled in a few weeks, I wrote my will to state she is better fit to be with my brother and sister in law.... View More
answered on Apr 5, 2018
General speaking the biological parent has a superior right to parent their children over other people, however the court can remove the child from the biological parent's custody if it is necessary to protect the child. Unfortunately, no one here on an internet website can give you the type... View More
If read out loud it will hurt my relationship with my family
answered on Mar 21, 2018
Character counts. When the judge meets you, they're meeting you for the first time. Never miss a chance to make a first impression. Dress respectfully. Bring witnesses who can speak out loud about your good character. Have your lawyer read reference letters out loud. They should be read... View More
After an incident where I was driving with my boyfriend and he took control of the steering wheel, swerved the car, hit the dashboard and damaged the interior, and was arrested with a no contact order in place (at least until the trial), he then contacted me and I responded and we’ve spent time... View More
answered on Mar 6, 2018
The no contact order is apparently against him - not you. So no, you are not subject to being penalized for having contact with him though if you do, you are subjecting him to immediate arrest if he is caught in contact with you. If you have contact with him, his obligation is to immediately... View More
filed but the person told their paroleto bring the charges up
answered on Feb 20, 2018
I am confused - I don't know what you mean by "told their parole to bring the charges up". There also does not seem to be a question here to be answered. Try again.
I am in the middle of a custody battle. I believe my ex is unstable mentally but not diagnosed. He has broken the stalking order by contacting via phone. The police arrested him last friday and he has been in jail all weekend. I am afraid of what will happen when he is released which i assume... View More
answered on Jan 29, 2018
No, there is no automatic win BUT it will likely favor your position with the court. All in all, you need to review it with your custody attorney and if contacted again, immediately report it to the police. A second violation of the restraining order is likely to keep him in jail for awhile.... View More
My neighbor's boyfriend has beaten her repeatedly. I've called the police, which has resulted in his arrest. He has now threatened to kill me. I've never been scared of anyone, but he has visibly changed, his demeanor towards me has become more threatening to my kids and myself. My... View More
answered on Jan 4, 2018
Well first, given this fact pattern, if anything happens to you the police are already likely to be highly suspicious of him. Small comfort to you though. You should ask the Deputy District Attorney prosecuting this creep to immediately have a restraining order entered to protect you. Once in... View More
What can I do to protect myself and prove I am not unfit? I am on disability due to fibromyalgia and see a therapist for PTSD. My partner is bi-polar and has schizophrenia that he refuses to treat. Our son is autistic and requires a lot of care and patience. I am his primary caregiver. How can I... View More
answered on Dec 23, 2017
It sounds like the problem is you choosing to stay with your abusive partner. Your partner has now power to take your son away. He can report whatever he wants to children's services. If you move out with your son and go to a stable living environment I can't imagine that... View More
answered on Nov 30, 2017
You have the right to a court appointed Attorney when you are involved in a juvenile court matter. So either request a court appointed attorney or be prepared to pay privately for one and have them there with you tomorrow. Most people get court appointed attorneys because the cost of private... View More
NOT home state.NON residents. False allegations with no foundation, no Evidence, no Proof. Railroaded and violated by DHS Eugene, Oregon. Got baby to Cali via ICPC. Scared to death and we relocated back to San Diego
answered on Oct 12, 2017
If this is an Oregon Law question, why is it being posted in California. It won't be seen by the type of attorneys you need to see it. Please re-post
25yrs him $600,000. me $0, NO MONEY! not on accounts and I mean ZERO $ church is paying to keep me off street. HE IS A DEADBEAT! NO LAWYER has time they all want $$ upfront. no legal aid, no help so your answer needs to be tangible not with disregard. I HAVE FOLLOWED THE PAMPHLET PATH from home to... View More
answered on Sep 27, 2017
The judge has ruled. You can accept it or you can appeal it, which could take several months to years to resolve. If you need financial assistance from the other party, you should consider filing an action for divorce or legal separation if you are married to the respondent and seek a temporary... View More
We are staying with my MIL & her BF since we just moved back to Oregon & paying him rent.My MIL forgot my daughter at the bus stop & left my son unattended while she went to look for the bus.I came home from work & told her i didn't want to talk about it right now & she got... View More
answered on Sep 15, 2017
If you neither own the property nor are the primary person on the lease, the person who has the right to occupy the property, the boyfriend who rented the place, can decide who can live there. As long as he gives you proper notice under the landlord tenant law, you may just have to move. I... View More
And suffer domestic violence for most of the time in been marry and don't work and suffer for pstd, and depression, what rights I have I can have spousal support o alimony, we buy a house just 1 year and 1/2 ago
answered on Sep 14, 2017
This may be a very complicated situation especially if you are getting disability which is either SSD or SSI or some combination. You really need to make an appointment and talk to an attorney about your situation. If you haven't already applied for disability you may need to apply and get... View More
Even when they attend the same school?
answered on Sep 1, 2017
She can report the abuse to the school; she can report the abuse to the police. Child abuse is nothing to take lightly, regardless of who the perpetrator is. IF she can stop the BF now at age 15, there is a reasonable chance that she can prevent what is otherwise likely to turn into a life-long... View More
FAPA in place
answered on Aug 30, 2017
Show Cause Orders, Parenting issues, and FAPA Orders are all not do-it-yourself projects if you care about the outcome. What you need to bring with you to court is an attorney. It is that simple.
What do i do if he hit me when he came? I have a busted lip. Am i going to be in any kind of trouble since i did contact him?
answered on Aug 25, 2017
It sounds as if you both violated the no contact order and thus both may be subject to penalty by the Judge. That said, his violation sounds considerably more serious than yours but in the end, it all depends upon how the Judge sees it.
My roommate has been trying to get me to move out for a while now but we are both on the lease and I've done nothing to violate the lease. She gave me a 30 day notice herself and when I told her I'm not going to leave because I don't have to she got upset. Her family has come into... View More
answered on Jul 28, 2017
You are asking essentially the same question a second time - and it does not change the answer. No, she cannot evict you; yes, the landlord may be able to with proper notice and proper procedure. As to the restraining order, that is a very fact specific inquiry and process that you need to review... View More
I have been having issues with my roommate for a while. At first it was minor things like me leaving the shower curtain open or having a guest or two over when she was home, but now it has gotten to where me and my family no longer feel safe here. In the beginning I tried to reason with her, I... View More
answered on Jul 28, 2017
If you both are on the same lease, only the landlord can evict you and only then with proper notice, lawfully worded and legally served. A co-tenant has no more right to evict you than you do her. To the extent she or her guests are creating physical altercations with you or your guests, you... View More
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