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Answered 9 years and 5 months ago by Wendy Barlow (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
It may be possible to use this income. You would need to show ownership of the property as well as the income derived. You would also need to establish the income will continue after you immigrate. 
It may be possible to use this income. You would need to show ownership of the property as well as the income derived. You would also need to... Read More

Is there a certain amount of time that it just becomes void through the court?

Answered 9 years and 5 months ago by Kevin Hunter Pate (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
You indicate he filed. Were you served the papers? If so, did you timely answer? Make certain you protect your interests. Neither he nor his counsel are obligated to do so for you.
You indicate he filed. Were you served the papers? If so, did you timely answer? Make certain you protect your interests. Neither he nor his... Read More

Is dumpster diving illegal?

Answered 9 years and 6 months ago by Kevin Hunter Pate (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Law
Generally, yes. Commercial dumpsters are the property of a company, which leases them to the control and use of businesses. The lessees have the right to control access to their dumpsters.
Generally, yes. Commercial dumpsters are the property of a company, which leases them to the control and use of businesses. The lessees have the... Read More

Do you have to go to court for temporary guardianship when the parents signed the papers and a waiver?

Answered 9 years and 6 months ago by Kevin Hunter Pate (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
You either go to court and obtain a legal guardianship, or you have a glorified parental permission slip that a parent can revoke at any time on any whim.
You either go to court and obtain a legal guardianship, or you have a glorified parental permission slip that a parent can revoke at any time on any... Read More

How bad is this going to affect my court hearing if I got a public intoxication about 9-10 months ago and just got a DUI?

Answered 9 years and 6 months ago by Kevin Hunter Pate (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: DUI/DWI
Stop drinking. Today.Hire counsel. Today. The rest is up to you and the attorney you, or your parents, hire. Know the court will not be impressed with an escalation of your out in the world alcohol consumption.
Stop drinking. Today.Hire counsel. Today. The rest is up to you and the attorney you, or your parents, hire. Know the court will not be impressed... Read More

Do you have to go to court for temporary guardianship when the parents willingly signed the papers and a waiver?

Answered 9 years and 6 months ago by Kevin Hunter Pate (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
If you want a valid guardianship, rather than revocable on a whim permission to babysit, yes, court is necessary.
If you want a valid guardianship, rather than revocable on a whim permission to babysit, yes, court is necessary.

Who is at fault if I was backed into a parking spot?

Answered 9 years and 6 months ago by Kevin Hunter Pate (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Obtain a copy of the report and recontact the other driver's carrier and supply the report. Expect the carrier to waffle and delay. It's what they do.
Obtain a copy of the report and recontact the other driver's carrier and supply the report. Expect the carrier to waffle and delay. It's what they... Read More

Can my mother take my daughter from me?

Answered 9 years and 6 months ago by Kevin Hunter Pate (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
First, contact Cleveland County Legal Aid 405.325.3702 and see if they can assist. If not, Contact Legal Aid of Oklahoma and see if they can assist. If neither can, you will need to start making contact to private sector attorneys and see if anyone will work a payment plan with you, In truth, many will not due toy our low income level, but many is not all and it is worth the effort to try.... Read More
First, contact Cleveland County Legal Aid 405.325.3702 and see if they can assist. If not, Contact Legal Aid of Oklahoma and see if they can assist. ... Read More

Can I terminate the non-custodial rights without their signature and or consent?

Answered 9 years and 6 months ago by Kevin Hunter Pate (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
Oklahoma does not have a right of private termination except for a step-parent adoption.
Oklahoma does not have a right of private termination except for a step-parent adoption.

Can felons visit inmates in federal prison?

Answered 9 years and 6 months ago by Kevin Hunter Pate (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Law
They do not have to approve his request for you to be on his visiting list. Fortunately for you both, his stretch is a limited period of time.
They do not have to approve his request for you to be on his visiting list. Fortunately for you both, his stretch is a limited period of time.

Can I appeal a travel ban to the U.S.?

Answered 9 years and 6 months ago by Wendy Barlow (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
There is no procedure through which to appeal a travel ban. You may ask CBP or the U.S. Embassy to reconsider but without knowing more about what happened at the airport, it is not clear if you have an argument. You may request a waiver. The waiver would allow you enter the U.S. again with the appropriate visa. You can read more at http://myattorneyusa.com/visa-refusals-and-avenues-to-respond.... Read More
There is no procedure through which to appeal a travel ban. You may ask CBP or the U.S. Embassy to reconsider but without knowing more about what... Read More

What do I need to do to complete legal guardianship for our son, and is there such a thing as co-guardianship?

Answered 9 years and 6 months ago by Kevin Hunter Pate (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
Who do you want to become the guardian(s)? When do you want a guardianship to begin? Is the goal now, while the child is still a minor, or to begin upon his attaining age 18? Will the child, upon becoming an adult, need someone making all decisions on his behalf, or only need protection financially, such as having a representative payee for his financial affairs. Sitting down now with counsel is a good plan, even if there turns out not to be a need to act right away.... Read More
Who do you want to become the guardian(s)? When do you want a guardianship to begin? Is the goal now, while the child is still a minor, or to begin... Read More

Are they going to come to my state to arrest me if I can’t make it back?

Answered 9 years and 6 months ago by Kevin Hunter Pate (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Law
They can issue a warrant and have you locked up until they come get you in a reasonable period. Then lock you up there until you make bond.
They can issue a warrant and have you locked up until they come get you in a reasonable period. Then lock you up there until you make bond.

Can I take my son back without getting in trouble?

Answered 9 years and 6 months ago by Kevin Hunter Pate (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
You are an unmarried father with no custody order. ?No, you can not just load up the child and go. Unmarried fathers need to establish their rights by court action. Until you do, the child is presumed to be under sole legal custody of the birth mother.
You are an unmarried father with no custody order. ?No, you can not just load up the child and go. Unmarried fathers need to establish their rights... Read More

What is the law on how long I can wait to press assault charges on someone?

Answered 9 years and 6 months ago by Kevin Hunter Pate (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
A week is not too long ago to make a police report.
A week is not too long ago to make a police report.

What will happen if I don't have any of the info or assets that I’m supposed to take to the asset hearing?

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by Kevin Hunter Pate (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Bankruptcy
Show up on time anyway. Be ready to explain yourself. (Just dinna wanna muck with it is not going to be acceptable.) Move your tush and have available what you can, Effort makes a difference.
Show up on time anyway. Be ready to explain yourself. (Just dinna wanna muck with it is not going to be acceptable.) Move your tush and have... Read More

Say, code1040 and I never got no FEMA money and if they indict me, how long will it take?

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by Kevin Hunter Pate (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Law
You have a letter from the US Attorney's office discussing a potential indictment. The time to hire counsel with federal court experience is today or tomorrow, not sometime down the road.
You have a letter from the US Attorney's office discussing a potential indictment. The time to hire counsel with federal court experience is today... Read More

Should I press charges if a friend stopped paying after I added him to my cellular carrier friend?

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by Kevin Hunter Pate (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Law
Do you know where this friend is? If not, how in the world would you obtain service on this friend? If you can not obtain service, you can not successfully sue your friend for the funds you are due. If you do know where this friend is, does the friend have assets to satisfy a judgment if you get one. A judgement you have no realistic hope to collect upon is also known as one expensive piece of paper.... Read More
Do you know where this friend is? If not, how in the world would you obtain service on this friend? If you can not obtain service, you can not... Read More

Is a quickie Mexican divorce legal in the US?

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by Kevin Hunter Pate (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
File for divorce where you reside. He can try to assert the out of country divorce, but he would have the obligation to prove its validity.
File for divorce where you reside. He can try to assert the out of country divorce, but he would have the obligation to prove its validity.

With no prior record, what is the maximum sentence someone could get for forgery in the second degree?

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by Kevin Hunter Pate (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Law
The penalty can be up to seven years and a large fine. However, if you have a clear record, actual incarceration seems quite unlikely. The DA is not going to talk to you directly on a plea arrangement for a felony charge. You need to secure counsel.
The penalty can be up to seven years and a large fine. However, if you have a clear record, actual incarceration seems quite unlikely. The DA is not... Read More

In an assault/battery with dangerous weapon domestic case, if the victim does not show up, will it be dismissed?

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by Kevin Hunter Pate (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Law
Possibly. It may also be continued for the witness to be located, particularly if the no show witness was under a lawful order to appear. If there is even a hint that the defendant is involved in the decision to not appear, additional charges might arise. In your example, whether the mother needs to appear or not is also dependent on what, if any, statements the defendant voluntarily made to police or others, and what evidence independent of the mother is available to the state.... Read More
Possibly. It may also be continued for the witness to be located, particularly if the no show witness was under a lawful order to appear. If there... Read More

Can I receive temporary custody of my daughter if grandma doesn't want guardianship anymore?

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by Kevin Hunter Pate (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
Was the guardianship established solely or primarily because you were being deployed? If so, and you are no longer deployed, there would seem to be no need to continue the guardianship. However, you are asking about temporary custody, which may suggest there were other reasons for the guardianship. See counsel of your choice for a detailed conversation on your circumstances and the options that are open for your consideration.... Read More
Was the guardianship established solely or primarily because you were being deployed? If so, and you are no longer deployed, there would seem to be... Read More

Can I take my son back without getting in trouble?

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by Kevin Hunter Pate (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
You are a custodial parent who came to OK for a visit. Your child is a minor. If you are the person with custody, when the visit ends, you go home, with your child. That only changes if a valid court order changes your custody.
You are a custodial parent who came to OK for a visit. Your child is a minor. If you are the person with custody, when the visit ends, you go home,... Read More

What are possible revocations?

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by Kevin Hunter Pate (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
Start with seeking a guardianship over the child. Secure counsel for this task.
Start with seeking a guardianship over the child. Secure counsel for this task.

What do I do if I have no insurance, this guy scratched the rental car and it’s his fault?

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by Kevin Hunter Pate (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
You file a claim against the person's insurance.
You file a claim against the person's insurance.
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