Anyone seeking protection from abuse in Kentucky is soon faced with a new vocabulary of acronyms to learn: EPO, DVO, TIPO, and IPO. Each is a different court order with its own eligibility rules and lifespan. Whether you are seeking protection or have been served with a petition, knowing how these orders differ can help…
The consequences of a felony conviction in Kentucky don’t end when the sentence does. Long after release, a felony record can keep you from voting, serving on a jury, or owning a gun. An experienced attorney can help reverse some of those losses, but the path back differs for each right. Felony Convictions and Their…
When a marriage ends, people are often confused about where they should go to file for divorce. In Kentucky, the answer is not always the court in your home county. Kentucky law provides choices, but there are limits. An experienced family law attorney can help you decide where to file for divorce as well and…
Kentucky parents going through a separation or divorce should be aware of recent changes to state laws that can impact their family’s safety and child custody arrangements. Anyone with children will benefit from an awareness of their rights in light of Domestic Violence Order (DVO) findings. When abuse allegations enter a custody case, Kentucky law…
If you or a loved one has been charged with a crime in Kentucky, knowing the difference between Class A and Class B misdemeanors is important. While neither carries long-term consequences of a felony, both can incur real jail time, fines, and a lasting criminal record. An experienced defense attorney can help you understand the…
Before a Kentucky circuit court can grant a divorce, it must confirm its authority to hear the case. That authority hinges on residency. Anyone in the Commonwealth thinking about filing for divorce, or wondering whether they can, should understand this threshold requirement before doing anything else. Getting it wrong can mean a dismissed petition and…
Being served with an Emergency Protective Order following a domestic dispute can feel disorienting, because these orders, which can abruptly curtail the respondent’s freedom, are frequently issued before either party sets foot in a courtroom. Understanding what an EPO actually is, and what happens next, helps both petitioners and respondents know what to expect. If…
When a Kentucky couple divorces, children often feel the disruption most: new living arrangements, changing schedules, and unfamiliar routines can all take a toll during an already difficult time. A divorce proceeding takes between 60 days and a year. To maintain the stability of minor children, either spouse can seek temporary custody. An experienced divorce…
Getting pulled over on suspicion of drunk driving is a stressful situation. You may wonder if you’re within your rights to decline the breath test. The short answer is yes, but there are implications to either decision. Understanding the consequences of declining a breathalyzer starts with grasping the seriousness of a DUI charge in Kentucky….
Child custody is one of the most difficult and consequential issues that people face when they separate or divorce. They may resolve the issue through mediation, a collaborative process, or by litigation, or by handing the issue to a family court judge. An experienced family law attorney can help both parties understand the process in…
