07
Apr
Statutes of limitations are legal deadlines for the government to file a case against you. If they do not get the case to a judge within a certain amount of time, the charges against you cannot be filed. Each criminal statute has a time limit that the government must follow to...
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Apr
Some traffic offenses exist to help ensure safety. When you drive, there is always a chance that you may get into a car accident. When you do, it is vital that you carry car insurance. Rather than ensuring safety, this law is in place to help sure that others have the ability...
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Apr
California has many family laws dealing with marriage and children that used to only apply to couples and parents who included one man and one woman. However, California courts and legislators have learned that this is no longer the case in every couple or family, and have qui...
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Apr
Same-sex relationships offer many of the same struggles and problems as any other relationship – but sometimes add special difficulties that other marriages do not have. In most opposite-sex relationships, there is only one engagement ring, and California law has centuries of...
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Apr
Some couples who wish to end their marriage want to take the route of annulment, rather than divorce. Even though we live in a relatively progressive society, divorce still carries a stigma for many people. As an alternative to divorce, spouses may choose to file for an annulm...
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Apr
Postnuptial agreements are on the rise in marriages across the country. This type of contract differs from prenuptial agreements in that it is executed after a marriage or civil union takes place between two individuals. It is used to define how a couple’s financial affairs an...
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Apr
When an individual is charged with drug possession in California, the first thought that comes to mind is usually concern about sentencing and potentially serving jail time. A possession conviction and history of incarceration can make it difficult to obtain employment, apply...
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Apr
Failing to pay child support can mean serious penalties. The most common of these penalties is wage garnishment. When the courts result to wage garnishment, they can order your employer and your bank to withhold a portion of your paycheck and pay it directly towards your child...
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Apr
If you are facing a child custody dispute, winning custody may seem like a longshot. However, what courts look for when awarding custody is often surprising to many parents, and may allow you custody where you might not expect to win. If you are going through child custody iss...
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Apr
What happens in the courthouse doesn’t always stay in the courthouse, especially when it comes to divorce. Many people are disheartened to discover that long after their hearts are mended and legal fees are paid off, they are still being required by the court to support their...
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