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How to get an Enhanced Driver License or ID Card in Washington
With the new changes enacted by the Department of Homeland Security, a regularly issued Washington state Drivers License/ID Card is not enough to go to/from Canada. Of course a Passport will suffice, but getting a Washington Enhanced Drivers License(EDL)/ID Card is cheaper and much faster.
Tennessee Law Placement of No Trespassing Signs
Tennessee law states that a person is guilty of criminal trespassing when he enters another person's property without permission, disregarding clear postings or signs. Tennessee does not define what constitutes a clear posting, so property owners should ensure that any "No Trespassing" sign is appar
What Is Needed for Power of Attorney?
A power of attorney is a very common document used when one person wants to grant another the ability to make decisions on their behalf.
Who Can Obtain a Duplicate Birth Certificate of a Child Under 16 Years of Age?
Copies of birth records are available through the health department of the state in which the birth occurred. Access to vital records is determined by state law, and eligibility may vary according to the location of the birth.
Tax Laws for Personal Use of a Rental
Renting out a part of a home, vacation home or another piece of property is a way to earn extra income, but landlords must adhere to a variety of specific tax law. The IRS says rent is generally considered taxable income and that expenses related to renting, such as the cost of repairs, advertising
Durable General Power of Attorney in California
A power of attorney is a vital estate-planning tool. Upon proper execution, a power of attorney can provide reassurance to the principal and instill great responsibility in the appointed attorney-in-fact.
Purpose of a Power of Attorney For Documents
A power of attorney for documents allows you to delegate authority and plan for incapacity or your own inability to comprehend or execute documents for yourself.
How to Get a Copy of a Kansas Birth Certificate
The Kansas Office of Vital Statistics in Topeka maintains and distributes birth certificates for those born within the state. You must be the person named on the certificate or a close relative of the person named to order a birth certificate. Close relatives include parents, children, grandparents,
Statute of Limitations on Arson in Georgia
Arson is the serious act of deliberately starting a fire that could result in injury, death or considerable property damage. Accordingly, the statute of limitations on arson in Georgia reflects its categorization as a violent criminal offense.
How to Apply for a Birth Certificate in Alabama Online
The Alabama Center for Health Statistics maintains birth certificates for persons born within the state. Customers can order a birth certificate in person from a local county office in 30 minutes or less or order the certificate by mail. The center doesn't process online orders, but does authorize t
How to Challenge Paternity in Indiana
Paternity simply means fatherhood and is established in Indiana in a number of ways, including being married to the mother of a child when the child is born, being divorced from a mother within 300 days prior to the child's birth or signing a Paternity Affidavit. Unwed fathers who sign a Paternity A
DPOA Law in California
In California, a durable power of attorney (DPA) allows a person (the "principal") to give legal authority to another person to act on his behalf in the event of his disability or incapacitation.
What Is the Judge Advocate General?
The Judge Advocate General's (JAG) Corps provides legal services to the United States military. Each branch of the services includes a Judge Advocate General Corps. The members of this corps are trained attorneys. Officers in this corps are called Judge Advocates.
Family Law Assistance Programs
There are multiple assistance programs to which you can turn for family law help.man and woman divorced image by Ivonne Wierink from Fotolia.comWhen personal family issues become entwined with the legal system, many people need somewhere to turn for family law assistance. Family law is an...
Indiana Laws About Warrants & Birth Certificates
Birth certificates can be obtained via phone, mail or in person in the state of Indiana.birth marriage and death image by Warren Millar from Fotolia.comMany states have specific regulations about warrants, birth certificates and other legal documents. Warrants affect your legal status,...
Problems With Arbitration Agreements
Many consumer agreements and commercial agreements contain an arbitration clause. In this clause, the parties agree to settle any disputes from their contractual relationship by submitting controversies to a neutral third party arbitrator rather than litigate their case in court.
What Is the Long Form for Certification of Birth?
A long-form certification of birth is a copy of the original document filed at the time of a live birth. This document includes information about the baby, the circumstances of the birth and the parents.
How to Obtain a Notary Public
Financial institutions require documents such as DBAs (doing business as) papers to be notarized before you can open a business account. Other legal documents that require notaries include marriage certificates, formal name change forms, financial documents and pension agreements. Many banks and leg
How to Obtain Power of Attorney in New Jersey
A power of attorney is a written document by which a person, called the principal, authorizes another person, known as the attorney-in-fact, to perform specified acts as the principal's agent. In New Jersey, typically three types of power of attorney documents are used: general, limited and durable.
The Revocation of Durable Power of Attorney
A durable power of attorney (DPOA) is a document giving another person, usually called an attorney-in-fact or an agent, the right to make financial or medical decisions for you. You have the right to revoke a durable power of attorney for any reason.