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I would call the attorney generals office and file a complaint against the nursing home.
A spouse cannot be forced to testify against her spouse; if there is some type of photos showing harm on her body, they can be used in court against... Read More
This is a tough situation. The absence of a criminal record is a mitigating fact relative to your matter. The best thing to do is contact an attorney... Read More
No; If it was bought during the marriage it is maritial property and subject to a value division; If it was something you had prior to the marriage... Read More
That is tough to know without seeing the ticket - If there are already 2 charges on the ticket then you were charged as you were told. If there is... Read More
That's a good question, but based on the facts as you have presented them, it seems as though there may be an academic issue v. a criminal charge.... Read More
Depending on the charge (Petty Theft) and the Court you are before, it is always advisable to speak to a lawyer to determine the possible outcomes... Read More
You have retained counsel already; You should ask him
Is there a criminal case? And I would never plead guilty - NO CONTEST.
Nicholas Froning
Contact a lawyer before you subject yourself or your son to questioning by a police officer. Depending on the charge this could amount to a sexual... Read More
Depending on the jurisdiction, you can always turn yourself in to the county sheriff.
If there is a bench warrant in effect, you will be arrested when you try to see the judge: The only way for you not to get arrested is to hire a... Read More
Depends on what type of felony: Some can never be expunged; Also if it is expungable, the prosecutor can object
Under no circumstances should you talk to the police without a lawyer.
I believe you mean appeals: In Ohio it is an automatic appeal to the Court of Appeals on a death sentence;
You obviously have an attorney who has advised you already; He would know more about the local court system procedure than anyone else you ask.
I am hopeful that you spoke to a lawyer either before you pled not guilty or right there after. If you have not, and the case is still ongoing,... Read More
Tough to speculate, not knowing where the Court is within Ohio. Best thing for you to do is speak with a... Read More
You should expect to be charged. You should talk to a lawyer immediately, since you did not before you spoke with the detective (Presumably).
Depending on the Court, I have seen a person detained for a PV violation for up to 2 weeks before a hearing. More importantly, what is the individual... Read More
If you did not waive time, your case must be heard within 30 days
Contact the agency who issued it and see if you can pay it.
If the county prosecutor refuses to file criminal charges your recourse would be a civil suit against the campground, the security officers and the... Read More
There are multiple issues here, with the main issue of whether or not a crime was committed and will she be charged? With that said, it is far better... Read More