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How to Serve Legal Process on the Department of Defense
The U.S. judicial system allows citizens to use the court system to air and resolve disputes publicly, as opposed to taking matters into their own hands. Government agencies, such as the Department of Defense, are not automatically immune from lawsuits. While there are certain restrictions and defen
How to Get Irish Birth Certificates
Thanks to modern technology, it's easier than ever to obtain Irish birth certificates, no matter where you live. Whether you're a naturalized Irish citizen living in Ireland, or you live outside of Ireland and need a copy of a birth certificate, you can do a lot of the work online. You may need to s
Endangered Species Act 1971
The near extinction of wildlife species rapidly disappearing from natural habitats resulted in the movement for species preservation, beginning as early as the 1900s. President Nixon signed the environmental law into effect on December 28, 1973. A major source of the endangerment problem was the hu
California Building Codes Title 24
California is widely recognized as America's leader in terms of energy efficiency standards and environmental protection. This is reflected in Title 24 of its building codes, which in addition to standard language, has strict energy efficiency requirements and so-called "green" building standards.
How to Research Free Public Records
In the U.S., what is a matter of public record can be different from state to state. Commonly, older records such as Census information, birth and death records, and immigration records are accessible, but newer information may only be accessible for free in person, and commercial websites can requi
Emission Requirements for Diesel Trucks
Learn the emission requirements for diesel trucks.engine image by Tomasz Pawlowski from Fotolia.comA diesel engine is an internal combustion engine that uses the heat of compression to begin an ignition that burns the fuel. The fuel is then injected into the combustion chamber during the...
How to Change an Infant's Surname in Canada
Changing the surname of an infant in Canada can seem like a challenge at first, but it is a fairly easy and straightforward process once you have the proper documents. Law regarding the process can change from province to province, but it is possible to change an infant's surname anywhere in the cou
How to Locate a Death Record in the State of Maryland
Locating death records from the state of Maryland usually comes down to knowing what year the person died. Death records from 1969 to present are overseen by the Maryland Division of Vital Records. Death records from before 1969 can be obtained from the Maryland State Archives.
Texas Notary Public Licensing Requirements
A notary public has the authority to administer affirmations and oaths, certify document authenticity and affirm the identity of a person signing a document. In Texas, a person must meet certain eligibility requirements and follow specific procedures set forth by the Secretary of State in...
How to Get an Apostille for a VA Birth Certificate
Apostille is French for certification. An Apostille is a required seal on legal documents that will be used internationally in a country that is a member of the Hague Convention. Documents that have been notarized can receive an Apostille seal as well as birth certificates and other vital records si
How to Get a Temporary Photo ID
Proper identification is required to cash checks, open credit card accounts, and in many cases to use a debit or credit card to make retail purchases. Proper identification is also required to travel by plane, vote, buy alcohol, rent an apartment, or buy property. If your identification is lost or s
How Do I See Ohio Court Public Records on Indictments?
Indictment records are open to the public in Ohio. This means that anyone can request to see them, as long as they have enough information to identify the correct record. Indictment records are handled by the county courts, and thus the procedure to request records are slightly different in each cou
Louisiana Mineral Rights Laws
In Louisiana, the seller of a property retains the mineral rights for a period of 10 years.After the Storm image by Saint Yukon from Fotolia.comThe state of Louisiana has a very interesting interpretation of mineral rights. Ownership of land in Louisiana does not guarantee ownership of...
How to Lease Mineral Rights: Oil and Gas
If you have oil and gas deposits underneath your property, these deposits may be worth far more than the value of the surface. It is possible to sell or lease the rights to these deposits while retaining the right to use the surface. Most owners of mineral-rich property choose to lease their mineral
How to Obtain Official Public Records Online
Government agencies are increasingly putting records online in an effort to be more efficient and comply with state public-access laws. Many local governments have their own website, and its rare to find any state or federal agency that doesn't have their own site in addition to a page on the state
How to Obtain Free Public Records
Today we live in a data-driven society in which information is crucial to our every strategy. We need to be able to access that information efficiently so that we may use it effectively. Free public records in previous generations usually involved making an appearance in person, either at the local
Does a Power of Attorney Need to Be Witnessed by a Notary?
You can use a power of attorney document to grant someone else (called an "agent" or "attorney in fact") the right to make legally binding decisions for you. The person who grants a power of attorney (the "principal") must make sure the document conveying the powers meet state guidelines. Some state
Gambling Laws in Indiana
Riverboat gambling is authorized by the Indiana Gaming Commission.riverboat image by Tammy Mobley from Fotolia.comWhile gambling is illegal in Indiana, exemptions are in place that allow you to gamble on riverboats and Indian Reservations, and at charitable events. In 2008, Indiana...
Corporate Paralegal Job Duties
Corporate paralegals assist attorneys actively practicing corporate law in all aspects of the legal practice. Corporate law is the legal system revolving around shareholders and directors, creditors, employees, stakeholders and consumers, the environment and how all of these aspects...
How to Get a Copy of a Birth Certificate for an Army Baby Born Overseas
A child born overseas is a U.S. citizen at birth, as long as at least one biological parent was a U.S. citizen at the time of the birth. Although the best way to prove parentage is through a birth certificate, state governments do not issue birth certificates for overseas births, and foreign birth c