Unless your lease forbids roommates or guests, anyone who wants to live with you can probably do so. An unmentioned roommate is not a legal impossibility; it’s just an unspoken one. So long as the person doesn’t intrude on your lease rights, there’s nothing stopping you from having a guest (or several) as a roommate […]
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Even if a defendant is willing to plead guilty, there are still a few hurdles to clear before the case can be resolved. You’ll need to attend your plea hearing and prepare beforehand. At a plea hearing, you’ll be given an opportunity to plead guilty or not guilty to the criminal charges you face. Plea […]
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The police may have to wrestle with the ethical implications of this technology, but if you’re reading this article, you’re probably already aware that they have access to a variety of tools that allow them to track your phone and its location. The good news is that most police departments have strict rules about when […]
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If you’re not able to pay your court-ordered child support, a contempt of court charge is probably the last thing on your mind. After all, you can’t exactly make that payment any other way. But if you fail to meet the terms of your child support agreement, you could end up with a contempt of […]
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In California, as in most states, you must register your car with the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) within a specific time period. If you fail to do so, you will face penalties and fines. However, there are some situations in which you might not be able to register your car right away. In these […]
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