The Attorneys at Dixon & Moseley, P.C.
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As we all know, life happens, and circumstances change. That custody order you once had may seem to become impractical as time goes on. Maybe you moved to Indiana to be closer to your child and now you want more time. Or maybe you were once on hard times but now feel you are able to offer your child more…
Every year, in every state, an unhappy spouse takes the children, travels to another state (normally where family or friends reside) and files for divorce or legal separation—and of course custody. In some of these cases, the fleeing spouse has good reason to want to separate and create physical distance from the other spouse, such as in cases of domestic…
Physical and Legal Custody Sole or Joint Custody Best Interest of the Minor Child No Presumption for Either Parent Child custody proceedings tend to be confusing and emotional times. Whether it be a divorce or paternity matter, initial custody determinations always seem to be draining on all involved parties. A lot of this can be attributed to the confusion surrounding…
Child abduction by a parent within the United States or abroad is not a new problem. However, with a totally integrated international society connected by numerous reliable daily flights, international child abduction is easier to accomplish and a growing problem. Literally, a child may be taken by his or her parent and be almost anywhere in the world within a…
The crime of battery is much more common than an individual may think. While most of us may have an idea of what criminal battery is, or have at least heard the phrase, many fail to understand the complexities involved in the offense. For example, we often hear questions like “what are the penalties involved?” Or “is battery a misdemeanor…
A commonly shared belief in our society is that children are often best off in the care and custody of their biological parents. The Supreme Court has stated that one of the oldest fundamental rights in the United States is a parent’s right to the “care, custody, and control of their children.”1 While this right is fundamental, like most everything…
“I want to appeal!” is a statement we hear often. However, many individual’s knowledge of appeals is very limited. This is understanding, as the appeals process can be a long and confusing one, even for attorneys. Whether it be an appeal of a custody order or a criminal conviction, having a basic understanding of appeals will go a long way…
Although terms such as robbery, burglary, theft, or conversion are frequently used interchangeably by the public, they are not. Each of these terms constitutes a separate and distinct crime, with varying legal consequences. In this blog, we look specifically at the crime of burglary, providing a general overview of the crime, along with potential punishments if convicted, and potential defenses.…
“Conspiracy” and “attempt” are often referred to as “inchoate crimes”, or incomplete crimes. While the crimes of conspiracy and attempt share similarities, they are separate crimes. The differences between the crimes are important, and can lead to varying consequences. In this blog, we provide a brief overview of the crimes of conspiracy and attempt, the difference between the two, and…
“Double jeopardy” is a phrase that most of us have heard at some point in our lives. However, other than being familiar with the phrase, most individuals’ knowledge on the subject is extremely limited. Common questions include things such as “what is double jeopardy?” or “When does it apply?” or “How can it be of benefit to criminal defendants in…