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What is a legal separation?

A legal separation is similar to a divorce, yet there are a number of advantages for couples who choose to become legally separated rather than divorced, according to Meyer. For instance, a legal separation allows couples to spend some time apart to determine if divorce is right for them. It also keeps both spouses covered by insurance. Legal separation is accepted by many religions that do not accept divorce in their teachings.\nThere are other reasons legal separation may be preferred over divorce, notes Meyer. Military spouses, for instance, still retain their military benefits when legally..

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What happens if you don't pay court fines?

Jail time served does not necessarily eliminate all fines in many states. Court fees, fines and interest can be garnished from a violator's wages, welfare benefits, disability payments or unemployment benefits, according to a National Public Radio report. Neglecting to pay court fines may also impede people from obtaining employment when a background check shows outstanding warrants or violations.

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What is the sentence for negligent homicide?

Negligent homicide may be classified as non-dangerous or dangerous class four (4) felony. Non-dangerous negligent homicide does not involve the use of deadly or dangerous weapon. The sentence can range from zero days to 15 years. Dangerous felony involved the use of a deadly weapon, and its sentence ranges from four to 16 years. A person's crime record also plays a role in determining the sentence.

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What are the three levels of law enforcement?

The first tier of law enforcement is local, which includes city and county police as well as the sheriff's department. The next level includes law enforcement organizations such as the highway patrol and the state department. The federal level includes such federal agencies as the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Drug Enforcement Administration and the United States Marshals Service, all of which are placed under the authority of the nation's Department of Justice.

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What is the fax number for the Social Security Administration?

There are also other ways to contact the Social Security Administration. An automated telephone service is available at 1-800-772-1213. This provides automated service 24 hours a day with the option of speaking to someone during normal business hours. It also has an online form available to send a question or comment via email. The SSA also accept mail at 1100 West High Rise at 6401 Security Blvd in Baltimore, MD 21235.

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What are some Arkansas voting ballot measures?

House Joint Resolution 1027 proposed an amendment to the Arkansas Constitution that increases from two years to four years the length of the terms of county judges, sheriffs and other county officials. Senate Joint Resolution 3 proposed an amendment allowing the governor to maintain his or her powers when he or she leaves the state rather than turning those duties over to the lieutenant governor. Senate Joint Resolution 16 proposed an amendment to remove the 5 percent cap on super project general obligation bonds.

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What is a well-known court case involving the Third Amendment?

According to the Bill of Rights, the amendment states that no soldier during peacetime can be quartered in any house without the owner's consent, or can only be quartered in a house during wartime if approved by law. In Engblom v. Carey, striking correction officers at Mid-Orange Correctional Facility in Warwick, N.Y. lived on facility grounds in dormitory-style housing owned by the state, according to the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law. When the officers walked off the job to strike, Governor Hugh Carey ordered the National Guard to provide security at the prison. Some ..

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What crime was Al Capone convicted of?

Though he lacked the mental capacity to commit crimes after he was released from prison, Capone's pre-prison life of crime was prolific. He and his gang were responsible for numerous incidents of violence, racketeering and, perhaps most importantly, di

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Why is employment legislation important?

The scope of employment legislation covers all aspects of the employment relationship excluding those that involve collective bargaining and negotiation procedures. Specifically, employment legislation covers the areas of wage regulations, unemployment compensation, worker's compensation, safety in the workplace and retirement income insurance. Employment laws also protect workers from sexual, age, racial, gender, ethnic and religious discrimination.

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How long was Congressman Aaron Schock in office?

Schock had billed the federal government and his campaign for reimbursement of 170,000 miles on his personal car from January 2010 through July 2014. However, when Schock sold his car in July 2014, it had just under 82,000 miles on the odometer. This effectively meant that Schock received reimbursements for roughly 90,000 miles that his car was never actually driven. Schock had also come under heavy scrutiny in the months preceding the reimbursement scandal for taking lavish trips and using $40,000 from his office budget to redecorate his office to look like scenes from "Downton Abbey."

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