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  • How long does a misdemeanor of possesion of marijuana stay on your record?
    A misdemeanor conviction is a criminal conviction. Criminal records are forever, unless you are able to expunge or seal the...
  • What is the difference between limited jurisdiction courts and general jurisdiction courts?
    Limited jurisdiction courts only have jurisdiction in specific, well-defined areas of law. General jurisdiction courts have...
  • Can you drop out of college at any time?
    Yes, you may drop out at anytime, however; if you plan on withdrawing out and have taken out student loans/grants there is a...
  • What is the legal role of a parent?
    Legally it can be defined as being responsible for the financial and physical, educational needs of children,until the age of...
  • Is it legal to privately sell a car registered in FL in another state and would the buyer have to pay FL taxes or in their state?
    Yes it is legal. You can sell the car in any state. The taxes will be paid in the state that the buyer registers the car in.
  • Is there a labor law that limits doubling of workload on employees instead of hiring more employees in a school district?
    1 Have you checked with your Union? Answer 2 Check out this link to the DOL on overtime.... http://www.dol.gov/elaws/overtime.htm...
  • Can you expunge a misdemeanor?
    There are two things that are required for any type of expungement proceedings: An arrest was made that did not lead to a guilty...
  • Can you serve a subpoena by email?
    No.
  • What does ratify a contract mean?
    To ratify a contract is to approve of it after the fact when the ratifying party either had no obligation under it or disclaimed...
  • What happens if the police unlawfully obtain evidence without a search warrant?
    The obtained evidence will probably be ruled inadmissable in court. This is known as the "Fruit of the Poison Tree" doctrine,...
  • Is a condo unit holder legally allowed to request documents regarding water damage in the building especially when one's own unit is involved?
    If they are needed for a valid purpose such as insurance claims, the person could ask for them to be voluntarily presented. If ...
  • What is the definition of oil pool account?
    The Oil Pool Account is the buffer maintained by the Government of India that takes care of the fluctuations in the price of of...
  • What do you mean by Indian mercantile law?
    Indian Mercantile law is primarily an adaptation of the English Law. The different Indian acts follow, to a considerable extent,...
  • Does a will override a trust?
    Property that was transferred to a trust is not part of the estate of a decedent. A decedent's estate is comprised of all the...
  • What does maternal parent mean?
    Mother.
  • What are the problems affecting public administration in government law?
    The question is M-U-C-H too broad to answer. You must narrow the scope and be more specific.
  • What is the legal age you can enter a brothel?
    When are u old enough to go to the bunny ranch brothel
  • How to beet a ticket for dog running at large?
    Go to trial with proof that you do not own a dog, or that your dog was not out at the time that the citation was issued.
  • Why have a competency hearing?
    Competency hearings are used to determine if the person is capable of taking care of their own needs. This includes daily living...
  • Can you fax a notarized document?
    yes you can
  • What does respondent mean in legal term?
    A "respondent" is a party to a lawsuit who files a written response to a pleading seeking affirmative relief by another party. It...
  • Is watchfullmoviesonlinefree.net legal?
    No. Websites that play movies online are illegally broadcasting intellectual property. This is illegal. Buy the DVD, go to a DVD...
  • How many US Court of Appeals Circuit Courts are there and how many judges for each Circuit and total?
    General Information The United States has many Courts of Appeal. Some are general jurisdiction courts; others deal with special...
  • Is masturbating in public legal?
    Exposing the genitals for the purpose of masturbation in any public place would get you into serious trouble in any country, and...
  • What does qualifier mean on court documents?
    The word or term qualify - qualifying - qualified - or qualifier appear FREQUENTLY in legal documents. More information is...
  • What type of lawyer do you need if money loaned to a sole proprietor was stolen prior to incorporation and lenders are alleging fraud and want to sue?
    lawyers that specialize in business law, some are called civil lawyers. look in your phone book and see the different ads on...
  • Is murder legal anywhere?
    Societies have sanctioned murder (pursuant to a death penalty) when committed by a government. Although justification for such...
  • What are some gun names?
    M16A2 Rifle,Berreta M9,Assalt Rifle,Pistol,Garnad,M1903,and M1 Carbine.
  • What is the definition for prior written notice?
    In legal terms, the definition of the term written notice can vary from state to state and even within different areas of law...
  • Does a persons marital status qualify under a protected class concerning employment?
    No, marital status is not a protected class. However, such issues as child bearing, sexual orientation, or a perception of...
  • Why is it illegal to sell used mattress in Florida?
    Health laws.
  • What is meant by having jurisdiction over the case?
    Having the appropriate legal authority to hear and determine the issues in the matter.
  • What does a stay in a civil matter mean?
    It is essentially no different than in a criminal matter/proceeding: when a stay issues, some prior legal writ or mandate ceases...
  • What is extra legal killing?
    The "extra" in this term refers to being outside legality - an extra legal killing is a killing done outside the law. "Extra...
  • What criteria is used to determine what cases the US Supreme Court will hear under appellate jurisdiction?
    US Supreme Court cases typically involve complex questions of constitutional or federal law. Most of the appellate cases...
  • Are you liable if someone gets hurt on your property while helping you?
    Maybe. It depends on how and why they were injured. You invited them on your property, so you owe them a high duty of care. If...
  • How do you challenge a law once it's passed?
    Some countries especially those that follow the British have the concept of "separation of powers". First Parliament may decide...
  • What are signatories?
    Signatories are "those who sign something".
  • What is process of giving sworn evidence?
    deposition
  • If a UK citizen marries a US citizen while vacationing in the US what is required for them to both live and work in the UK?
    You will need a visa for your spouse to live and work on the UK This link will get you...
  • If a court order was issued but your attorney is not following through on it what do you do now?
    Call and ask him for a progress report on your case. If you do not get a good response contact your local bar association for...
  • How do I Obtain a court order title in Ohio?
    http://www.lakecountyohio.gov/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=lhWxRBE%2B0zY%3D&tabid=143&mid=539
  • Can a 15 year old male sign a birth certificate?
    Not sure ... may require counter-signature by someone who is age 18 or older. That logically makes sense.
  • What are components of common law?
    Common law is the system of laws originated and developed in England and based on court decisions made regionally by judges when...
  • Is prostitution legal in seattle?
    No.
  • Is it legal in VA to record conversations?
    In Virginia - - an individual can record or disclose wire, oral, or electronic communications to which he is a party, or if one...
  • Should organizations be allowed to lobby the legislature to promote their own agenda?
    Break it down semantically. "Should people with a goal be allowed to ask their own representatives to help lead the nation in a...
  • Is it legal to sell used mattress in MD?
    Not as long as you disclose that it is not being sold as "new." Also - there may be some health department regulations governing...
  • What is USM FORM-41?
    It is a US Marshall Service Order. It is used when taking prisoners into custody.
  • What does TENDER a contract mean?
    It just means "to offer".
  • Can a convicted felon own bullets?
    No. The possession of bullets (or ANY kind of expolsive) is forbidden to convicted felons (per US Code, Title 18).
  • What can help mature Indian democracy?
    The three measures which can help Indian democracy mature can be: One language by birth, Free health care from birth and Abolish...
  • Where can a person that has a felony find an apartment?
    AnswerPeople renting out less desirable homes usually don't ask so many questions of prospective tennants, so you'll probably...
  • Whats the consequence of a threatening text?
    Well for my friend it included being called up to the principles office and getting in HUGE trouble. If you're an adult it's just...
  • Is Child Neglect a Felony?
    No
  • Is it illegal to sell a used mattress in Washington?
    only if you have had sex on it
  • Is there jail time for lying on a police statement?
    Yes. Depending on the jurisdiction and the judge, a person could be facing up to a year in jail for falsifying a police report....
  • Is swearing illegal?
    Like a lot of things in the law . . . . it depends. It is not subject to a yes or no answer. What are the circumstances?
  • How do you get copy of death certificate in France?
    When a person dies in France a "certificat de deces " is drawn up at the town hall of the place where that person died by the...
  • What are some legal ways to express exhibitionism?
    You can certainly hire a photographer http://www.blogger.com
  • Can a law be removed once it is put into place?
    Yes, the courts can rule it invalid or the legislature can rescind it. If necessary a law can be ruled unconstitutional.
  • What is a lateral agreement?
    i would think that a lateral agreement is when two parties come to an agreement without any form of help.
  • Should congress ever limit the jurisdiction of the federal courts for political reasons?
    No. The limits are set where they are intended to be; once you let politicians meddle with the lines, you allow a precedent that...
  • Can a simple burglary charge drop to a misdomeanor?
    The prosecutor may choose to amend the charges to a misdemeanor in exchange for a guilty plea if the facts and history are right.
  • Is tort law based primarily on statutory law?
    No. It is based primarily on common law.It is developed by Judge made Law (also klnown as common law) over centuries. However,...
  • How do you drop sexual assault charges Canada?
    Although not a Canadian - I believe the laws of both our countries are similar enoogh to say that YOU, as an individual, can...
  • How do you know how much restitution is owed to you?
    If restitution is owed to you due to a court decision the amount should be contained in the findings of the court. Check the...
  • Is the company called united mediation group located in Encino Ca who are claiming to do mortgage modifications legitimate?
    Yes they are.
  • Does every company have to have workman's comp coverage for its employees?
    If state law requires it. Some states do not have laws requiring businesses to have such coverage. Other states have limitations...
  • Does your parent have the right to postpone your receiving your other deceased parent's life insurance from the age of 18 to the age of 21 if they wanted to?
    It depends on what the deceased parent has put in their Will. If they said that the surviving parent takes care of any monies or...
  • What does US mean?
    United States
  • Can a felon associate with another felon in Texas?
    The do in prison all the time.
  • Who is Biotech Medical Software Inc?
    Bio-Tech Medical Software, Inc. 2805 E. Oakland Park Blvd, Suite #205 * Fort Lauderdale, FL...
  • In what circumstances might you have to breach confidentiality?
    Both doctors and lawyers have confidentiality agreements with their clients and patients. Doctors and lawyers can be sued for...
  • What determines whether a particular law is valid?
    Basically if it is passed into law by the Legislative Branch, adheres to the Constitution, and is signed by the head of the...
  • What is the corpus of the trust?
    The corpus of a trust is the body of property for which the trustee is responsible as opposed to the interest or income therefrom.
  • What are the three general characteristics of defendants?
    There are no general characteristics of defendants. Defendants refer to anyone that is charged with a crime or against whom civil...
  • If a Massachusetts state trooper hands the citation envelope to someone but the citation is not with it can this ticket be dismissed?
    It is highly unlikely. It is just your word that you did not receive the citation. How is the court to know that you did not just...
  • If your landlord has put the house you are leasing on the market are you still legally bound to your lease?
    In Texas, Yes. However, the lease agreement has to have a provision that states the house can be sold while you are leasing it,...
  • What is fullform of police FIR?
    first information report
  • What do you call an ambassador's residence?
    An embassy.Another View: The first answer is correct ONLY if the Ambassador happens to reside within the building. The word...
  • What is the exclusionary rule expectations?
    Evidence obtained illegally may be excluded from the exclusionary rule when it: Comes from a private person who was not acting...
  • Is it illegal to destroy other people's mail?
    Yes. It is illegal to destroy other people's mail. This is most commonly know as vandalism. It is more seriously known as...
  • Can the husband buy the wife's share of the family home then rent it to the wife?
    He could, as long it was not seen as an attempt to keep property from creditors. If any legal action was imminent/pending against...
  • Are there any laws in Michigan against shooting in your own backyard?
    AnswerOf course.In addition to the state regulations about hunting and firearms possession, most communities have regulations...
  • Can you be arrested after being fired by a company for theft?
    Yes you can. It was done at the Mc Donald's I worked at in Florida. Usually you sign a statement when hired in stating you...
  • How many sides pentagon has?
    5
  • What is a mc-050 form needed for?
    MC-050 form is need to notify appropriate parties of the change in a Petitioner/Respondent or Plaintiff/Defendant attorney's...
  • Are brass knuckles illegal in Arkansas?
    Yes. In the United States brass knuckles are illegal in at least ten states: Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Delaware,...
  • When did hazing become illegal?
    "Assault" (which is what much so-called hazing consists of), has always been unlawful, and with the advent of the raised...
  • Is there an attorney-expert witness privilege?
    No. The attorney-client privilege is limited to confidential communications between the lawyer and his client. The relationship...
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  • Can non US citizen be buried in the US?
    Within limits yes; the body must undergo testing to ensure that it carries no communicable diseases.
  • What is the definition of an orgy in North Carolina?
    There is no 'legal" definition of orgy. The word is defined in any English Dictionary. Commonly, it is understood to mean sexual...
  • What is a Imperfectly bilateral contract?
    If only one of the parties undertakes a promise, it is referred to as "imperfect bilateral contract". For example, an agency...
  • Is it illegal to sleep at a bus stop?
    Not to nap for a moment on the bench while waiting for a bus, but to sleep there all night is probably against the law in most...
  • What does the acronym ASAP mean?
    As soon as possible. For example, we need to get this letter posted ASAP. Another one sometimes used is PDQ - pretty darn quick,...
  • What do lawyers specialize in?
    There are many areas of specialization for lawyers, each one quite different from the rest. Some are experienced in criminal law,...
  • Can one notarize an original signature without the person being present but had prior dealings with the person and was shown identification prior?
    No. A document must be actually signed in the presence of the notary.
  • What happens if someone lies to police in a statement telling them that a friend who they treat as a brother has harassed them the case is going to court but the friend was a sexual partner?
    First you should go back to the police and correct your statement or you will be caught in your lie when it goes to court. It is...