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State Laws
The laws and regulations that have been put in place for the individual states by their governing bodies.
9,914 Questions
How do you expunge a felony conviction from 22 years ago in Arizona?
In Arizona, "expunge" is also called "set aside". If the conviction occurred in Coconino or Maricopa County, you can find online instructions and forms at the first related link below (scroll down the page to "How does a person apply to have a conviction set aside...?"). If the conviction was in another county, you must contact the court clerk to get forms and instructions.
I found this link at the second related link below (scroll down the "Statewide Self Help and Legal Research" links to the last link, "Arizona Expungement Information"). CourtReference has a page of Self Help links like this for every state.
To find your local court clerk, use the third related link below. First select your county, then find your court and use the contact information provided. If the court has a website, there will be a link to it. Again, CourtReference has a page of court contact information like this for every state.
Added: See the last link listed below (AZ Expungement law) to determine for yourself if you qualify for expungement under AZ law.
What is the punishment for public urination?
This laws go under laws called Wobbler Offense. Which in turn means they can be prosecuted as felonies or misdomeaners. If your like in a back alley down town they are not to conserned. But if your by a school or play ground things could get serious. I know cows do it and Horses do it and Dogs do it and Cat do it in public . But humans a considered sub animals and are prosecuted and thrown in prison.
Can you collect unemployment if your employer lets you go before your resignation?
Generally, when one is eligible to receive unemployment benefits if one is unemployed through no fault of his own -- this contemplates the possibilities of a lay-off, getting downsized, or disabled. A company closing is something an employee cannot control -- however, if he resigns, then he is unemployed because of his own choice. An exception to this would be constructive dismissal.
It depends. If you are retiring, you cannot collect unemployment because you do not intend to return to the work force. If you quit, it depends on the reason you quit and whether the state allows the conditions for which you did so.
Do you have to have a license to drive?
yes most people do and you also get a learners permit that allows you to drive with someone who has a licence and then you go take the driving test but to get a learners permit you just need to take a test like you take in school
What is the Total number of unemployment weeks in NJ?
According to the information in the Related Link below, the maximum amount is $600 per week and possibly more if there are dependents.
Can a convicted felon get a passport with his rights restored?
A felon can get a passport, unless the applicant has been convicted of international drug trafficking, felony drug conviction, child support cases, or unpaid federal loans. Other countries may not accept a passport from a felon.
Is it illegal to carry a knife as a minor in Colorado?
No, it is not legal to carry a sword in the state of Colorado. In this state it is not legal to carry a blade longer than 3 inches.
Can a felon own and hunt with a muzzle loader in Washington state?
The previous answer was definitely wrong.
The Gun Control Act of 1968 (GCA) prohibits felons and certain other persons from possessing or receiving firearms and ammunition ("prohibited persons"). These categories can be found at 18 U.S.C. § 922(g) and (n) in atf.gov/publications/download/p/atf-p-5300-4.pdf
However, Federal law does not prohibit these persons from possessing or receiving an antique firearm. The term "antique firearm" means any firearm (including any firearm with a matchlock, flintlock, percussion cap, or similar type of ignition system) manufactured in or before 1898. The definition includes any replica of an antique firearm if it is not designed or redesigned for using rimfire or conventional centerfire fixed ammunition, or uses rimfire or conventional centerfire ammunition which is no longer manufactured in the United States, and which is not readily available in ordinary channels of commercial trade. Further, any muzzle loading rifle, shotgun, or pistol which is designed to use black powder or black powder substitute, and which cannot use fixed ammunition, is an "antique firearm" unless it (1) incorporates a firearm frame or receiver; (2) is a firearm which is converted into a muzzle loading weapon; or (3) is a muzzle loading weapon which can be readily converted to fire fixed ammunition by replacing the barrel, bolt, breechblock, or any combination thereof. See 18 U.S.C. § 921(a)(3), (a)(16).
Thus, a muzzle loading weapon that meets the definition of an "antique firearm" is not a firearm and may lawfully be received and possessed by a prohibited person under the GCA.
In addition, the GCA defines the term "ammunition" to mean "ammunition or cartridge cases, primers, bullets, or propellant powder designed for use in any firearm." Because an "antique firearm" is not a "firearm," it would is lawful for a prohibited person to receive or possess black powder designed for use in an "antique firearm." Also, the Federal explosives laws do not make it unlawful for a prohibited person to acquire and possess black powder in quantities not exceeding fifty pounds if it is intended to be used solely for sporting, recreational, or cultural purposes in "antique firearms." See 18 U.S.C. § 845(a)(5)
By contrast, a prohibited person may not receive or possess black powder firearms that can be readily converted to fire fixed ammunition by replacing the barrel, bolt, breechblock, or any combination thereof. ATF has classified certain muzzle loading models as firearms. All of these models incorporate the frame or receiver of a firearm that is capable of accepting barrels designed to fire conventional rimfire or centerfire fixed ammunition. These muzzle loading models do not meet the definition of "antique firearm" as that term is defined in 18 U.S.C. § 921(a)(16), and are "firearms" as defined in 18 U.S.C. § 921(a)(3). Furthermore, as firearms, these and similar models, regardless of the barrel installed on the firearm or provided with the firearm, are subject to all provisions of the GCA. Persons who purchase these firearms from licensed dealers are required to fill out a Firearms Transaction Record, ATF Form 4473, and are subject to a National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) check. Felons and other prohibited persons may not lawfully receive or possess these firearms or ammunition.
The following is a list of weapons that load from the muzzle and are classified as firearms, not antiques, under the GCA, because they incorporate the frame or receiver of a firearm:- 2 -
• Savage Model 10ML (early, 1st version)
• Mossberg 500 shotgun with muzzle loading barrel • Remington 870 shotgun with muzzle loading barrel • Mauser 98 rifle with muzzle loading barrel
• SKS rifle with muzzle loading barrel
• PB sM10 pistol with muzzle loading barrel
• H&R/New England Firearm Huntsman
• Thompson Center Encore/Contender
• Rossi .50 muzzle loading rifle
This list is not complete and frequently changes. There may be other muzzle loaders also classified as firearms. As noted, any muzzle loading weapon that is built on a firearm frame or receiver falls within the definition of a firearm provided in 18 U.S.C. § 921(a)(3).
Finally, even though a prohibited person may lawfully possess an antique firearm under Federal law, State or local law may classify such weapons as "firearms" subject to regulation. Any person considering acquiring a black powder weapon should contact his or her State Attorney General's Office to inquire about the laws and possible State or local restrictions.
Companies that sell guns online, such as Cabelas or Dixie Gun Works, will not mail a muzzleloader to Hawaii, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, or Washington. You would need to check local laws in those states. In my state, You can order a muzzleloader from Cabelas, and it comes UPS directly to your house. You have to over 18 to sign for it. If you order a rimfire or centerfire gun that is not a muzzleloader (my muzzleloader uses 209 caps like a shotgun, and that is OK) then the gun has to be sent to legal gun store. This answer is mostly about federal laws, and states can do whatever they want, so you need to check specific state laws.
What are the courts in Georgia?
Georgia state courts include Superior Courts, State Courts, Magistrate Courts, Juvenile Courts, Probate Courts, Recorder's Courts, Municipal Courts, and Civil Courts. Within Superior Courts, there are generally divisions for criminal, civil, and family cases. Superior courts generally hear cases that are beyond the jurisdiction of the other courts, which only hear limited types of cases. Each county in Georgia generally has a Superior Court, and may have some or all of the other types of courts. For more information on the cases hears by each of these types of courts, and for information regarding a particular county's court, see the Georgia Court Directory related link.
Added: In large counties there is a Superior Court, State Court, Magistrate Court, Juvenile Court, Probate Court and Recorder's Court. Smaller counties and circuits typically have some combination of these courts. When there is a Superior and State court, Superior Court handles divorce and family law cases, disputes over real property, civil cases over a certain dollar amount, and felony criminal cases, while State court handles misdemeanor criminal cases and is the "catch all" for other civil cases that don't fit elsewhere. In counties that fall below a certain population threshold, there is no state court and superior court handles both of these groups. State and Superior courts are also the only courts that have juries. The lower courts have specific subject matter jurisdiction, but when a jury trial is necessary, those matters are sent up to state or superior court.
- Juvenile court handles delinquencies (juveniles accused of crimes) and deprivations (children being removed from parents' home). Juvenile court sometimes sits by designation to handle custody disputes in superior court cases.
- Recorder's court normally handles most traffic matters and other low level misdemeanors, typically those cited with a written citation rather than an arrest. Not all circuits have recorder's court. Typically. larger counties do, but Fulton County (the largest county of all) does not.
- Probate court handles division of wills/estates and guardianship issues. In counties where there is no recorder's court, probate court may also handle low level misdemeanor offenses.
- Magistrate court handles smaller civil disputes, and functions as a small claims court of sorts. It also handles issuing warrants and sometimes handles traffic cases in counties where there is no recorder's court. The magistrate is also responsible for marriage license, performing courthouse weddings, issuing weapons permits, and various other administrative tasks.
- Each city also has a municipal court, which is separate from the county system. Municipal court handles low level misdemeanors cited by city police within city limits. Municipal courts do not have juries, and in cases where a jury is requested, the trial will be "bound over" to state or superior court.
How any weeks do you have to work to qualify to draw unemployment?
Because every state has its own criteria for determining eligibility, you need to contact your own state's employment security office to clarify its requirement. Look up your state in the Related Link below for additional information.
Are nunchucks illegal in Missouri?
Yes. But the law requires that you not carry them openly and out in public. In fact that is the law in every state. As long as you use them carefully for their intended purpose, you are fine. It is not against the law to possess them and use them in the privacy of your own home.
What is the legal age to sign a binding contract in the District of Columbia?
The legal age to be bound in contract in any state is 18 years old; before that age you are considered in the eyes of the law to be an infant. One can still legally contract with an infant or minor, but the contract is voidable.
Is the obituary a legal document for listing the legal heirs?
No. The will is the legal document that lists heirs.
What is the statute of limitations for felony and misdemeanor in Virginia?
Yes and no. Most felonies have statutes of limitations, but not all. The statue of limitations is different for each felony. There is no statue of limitations on murder (whicih is also a felony)
Is it legal to have a slingshot in a deserted area?
A slingshot carried in a public place would be classed as an offensive weapon - so not legal.
Can you drive at night with a learners permit in GA?
Yes You can you must have 40hours of driving behind the wheel before you can get your license 6 of which must be night driving
How do you know if a handgun is registered?
The answer is it probably isn't, because the majority of states in the U.S. don't require registration. If you live in one of the 5 or 6 that do, you may be able to contact the local police department for more information.
Can you get caught working on unemployment?
Yes, you can. And because in most cases you can still receive unemployment benefits and work, even if reduced, it's better than losing your benefits, paying fines and possibly go to jail for not reporting your income. Definitely report any earnings you make - it's better in the long run.
How much is a public urination fine in New Jersey?
i received a public urination ticket which was $300.
What are the legal requirements to purchase a gun in WV?
At a minium, 21 for a hand gun and 18 for a long gun.
How old must a child be to babysit in the United States?
Legally it is like a job, age 15. My granddaughter babysits for family and she is 12 and very responsible and has been around a lot of babies and small children. You can really babysit for someone if they know you are responsible and you know what to do in an emergency. although most people are able to start at 12, and are usually trained through some sort of course.
