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Kansas Questions & Answers
Q: I signed a contract to invest in a friends LLC. Now I find there is no such LLC. He ignoring me. Is that a crime?
1 Answer | Asked in White Collar Crime for Kansas on May 18, 2015
Answered on Sep 1, 2015
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
Sounds like fraud to me. Perhaps you should report it as a crime. Present the contract and the cancelled check or evidence that you paid him.
Q: My fiance got a domestic battery on him and this is his first time. Would he get sent to jail or not?
1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kansas on Aug 30, 2015
Answered on Aug 31, 2015
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
You did not give enough information and probably do not have enough information. Get him a private criminal defense attorney. The attorney will investigate all the facts and advise him.
Q: can a person be arrested for stealing from somebody if nobody reported anything stolen
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
Perhaps the thief admitted to stealing it. Perhaps there was a witness to the crime. Perhaps the person should get a criminal defense attorney to look into this.
Q: I got denied citizenship for lack of good moral character, I had a charge back in 2009 for theft at Walmart.
1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Kansas on Aug 26, 2015
Answered on Aug 27, 2015
Camlinh Nguyen Rogers' answer
Seek advice from an experienced immigration attorney. Good luck. www.aba-us.com
Q: Im 17 and my boyfriend is 19 i want to move out with out my parents consent will my boyfriend and i get in trouble?
1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kansas on Jul 27, 2015
Answered on Aug 25, 2015
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
What is the age of consent in your state? It appears to be 16. But that does not mean that your boyfriend cannot be charged with contributing to the delinquency of a minor. You have to do as your parents say until you are an adult.
Q: Is patent # 5211518 still valid?
Adam Studnicki's answer
A local patent lawyer can spend the time necessary to review and advise.
Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is general information that is given for legal education only. It is not legal advice, and it may not work for your specific situation. It is impossible to evaluate a legal problem without a comprehensive consultation and review of all the relevant facts and documents. I strongly encourage you to consult with a...
Q: I closed on a house less than a week ago and have changed my mind and want out of the contract how do I do that?
1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for Kansas on Aug 20, 2015
Answered on Aug 21, 2015
Adam Studnicki's answer
Generally speaking, changing your mind is not a valid legal reason to "get out" of a contract. Talk to a local contracts or real estate lawyer about your specific circumstances.
Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is general information that is given for legal education only. It is not legal advice, and it may not work for your specific situation. It is impossible to evaluate a legal problem without a comprehensive...
Q: Seller illegally changed locks on the home we are purchasing from him. Are we allowed to break in to get our things?
1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for Kansas on Aug 20, 2015
Answered on Aug 21, 2015
Adam Studnicki's answer
Talk to a real estate or landlord tenant lawyer, or perhaps a criminal defense lawyer, before taking such action.
Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is general information that is given for legal education only. It is not legal advice, and it may not work for your specific situation. It is impossible to evaluate a legal problem without a comprehensive consultation and review of all the relevant facts and documents. I...
Q: How do I get a copy of Kanas Chapter 56 article la, 252
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
Most state statutes are available online. Have you done a simple internet search?
Q: I am going on diversion in 3 days for missing court in Dec for showing proof of insurance. Do I need to Drug test
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
Perhaps.
Q: does a probation office need to have urine cups wrapped or not and ask you to pee in it
1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kansas on Aug 11, 2015
Answered on Aug 11, 2015
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
What do you mean by wrapped?
Q: I have a criminal investigation going on, can I still apply my fiance for a K1 Visa?
1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Kansas on Jul 22, 2015
Answered on Jul 23, 2015
Shan Dimitris Potts' answer
It depends on what kind of investigation is going on. In most situations criminal investigations will not prevent you for applying for your fiance but in some cases they do. So talk to an immigration attorney in private tell them what investigation is going on. All the best.
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Q: I have a utility bill that im h aveing to pay an the main signer isn't haveing to pay a dime he said I was taken off
1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law for Kansas on Jul 17, 2015
Answered on Jul 18, 2015
Adam Studnicki's answer
Depends on the situation but if they don't have a dime it could be a waste of your time.
Q: what is a en-legis entity
Adam Studnicki's answer
According to one dictionary, it means "a creature of the law", i.e. an entity created by law as opposed to a human being.
Q: Can you take someone to court for unwanted life insurance policies
1 Answer | Asked in Insurance Bad Faith for Kansas on Apr 8, 2015
Answered on Jul 14, 2015
Adam Studnicki's answer
More information is needed to answer. If you have a policy you don't want, why not cancel it? Talk to a local insurance lawyer for advice before doing that.
Q: Daughter accused of fleeing has no record was injured by police and ovary injured and may lose it. Can you help?
Adam Studnicki's answer
This is a general Q&A; tool. Contact injury and/or civil rights lawyers in your area to see if someone can assist. Good luck.
Q: Do my spouse have to live in the United states to file i485?
1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Kansas on Jun 17, 2015
Answered on Jun 19, 2015
Camlinh Nguyen Rogers' answer
Seek for advice from an experienced immigration attorney. Good luck. www.aba-us.com
Q: Got a refund check $61 from a collection co after I filed chapter 13 can I cash it
Robert Gambrell's answer
If you are represented by counsel, ask your attorney. If you filed pro se, let the trustee know that you received the check in writing, requesting instructions from the trustee as to whether he/she wants the funds turned over to her/him.
Q: I had conditional residence of two years that I obtain by my husband who is a citizen unfortunately my card expired on
1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Kansas on May 1, 2015
Answered on May 2, 2015
Camlinh Nguyen Rogers' answer
The stated facts create a complex case. Assistance of an experienced immigration attorney is encouraged. Good luck. www.aba-us.com
Q: My husband is in lansing ks prison we have no assets together or children what is the procedure I need to follow
Kenneth McRae's answer
You will need to file a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage in District Court. You will then need to arrange to serve a copy of the pleadings on your husband in prison. Depending on how long you have been married there may be issues of property and debt, even if you maintained everything is separate names. Even if there are no issues in dispute, the Court will not finalize a divorce for a minimum of 60 days after it is filed (although there are some exceptions). You should consult an...