Category: Legal Help
Can You File a Lawsuit for Your Loved One in Prison?
Unless you are a licensed attorney, you have no legal standing to file a lawsuit on behalf of your loved one.
Usually, there are only two people that can file a lawsuit for someone–the person whose rights were violated or their attorney. And even then, it can be difficult.
What Is Compassionate Release in the Prison System?
Compassionate release goes by other names depending on the system. Some call it “medical parole” or “geriatric parole.” But the idea remains the same. That some people are too sick or too close to death for prison. Or that the need for them to be at home is greater than for them to be in prison.
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“You Must Exhaust Your Administrative Remedies.” What Does This Mean?
f you’re a prisoner and thinking of filing a lawsuit, there are a few things you should know. The Prison Litigation Reform Act put some rules in place that may make it harder to file a lawsuit. One thing the law requires is that you must exhaust your administrative remedies. Before you file, you should understand what that means and how to do it.
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10 Ridiculous Prison Laws
There are a few ridiculous prison laws that don’t make a lot of sense. Some feel pretty ridiculous, but have logic behind them.
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Can You Be Charged Child Support While You’re Incarcerated?
Yes. You can and will be charged child support while you’re incarcerated. However, there are ways to lower or defer your payments.
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Who Gets Custody of Your Children If You Go to Prison?
If you do not establish care for your child while you are away, they could be placed in foster care. The state will not allow your children to live without a legal guardian at home.
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Everything You Need To Know About Your Eighth Amendment Rights
Your Eighth Amendment rights protect you from unreasonable punishment by the government. How do they change after a conviction? Read more.
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Everything You Need To Know About Your Sixth Amendment Rights
The Sixth Amendment lays out your rights to a fair trial and legal representation. Does it still protect you after a conviction? Read more.
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Everything You Need To Know About Your Fifth Amendment Rights
The Fifth Amendment protects your rights in civil and criminal legal cases. But how do they change after you’ve been convicted? Read more.
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Everything You Need To Know About Your Fourth Amendment Rights
Your Fourth Amendment rights protect your privacy. But what happens to those rights when you’re convicted of a crime? Read more inside.
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