Alabama Garnishment Statute: Caps, Exemptions and Challenges
Alabama wage garnishment limits cap most creditors at 25% of disposable earnings under Code 6-10-7; child support, taxes, and student loans take more.
853.5 PC: California Citation Release Rules for Infractions
Under California Penal Code 853.5, officers release you at an infraction stop with a written citation after you sign a promise to appear; refusal allows arrest.
Open Container in a Vehicle Under ARS: Penalties and Defenses
Arizona's open container law (ARS 4-251) is a Class 2 misdemeanor carrying up to four months in jail and a base fine of $750 for drivers and passengers alike.
Alabama Notary Acknowledgment: Certificate, ID Check, and Fees
Alabama notary acknowledgment requirements: appear before a commissioned notary, prove ID, confirm voluntary signing, and receive a certificate with seal.
100% Disability Benefits in Virginia: Taxes, Tuition, Licenses
100 percent disabled veteran benefits in Virginia include a full home property tax exemption, no tax on one vehicle, free plates, and college tuition waivers.
AED Requirements in New York: Rules, Training, and Liability
AED requirements in New York cover health clubs with 500+ members, assembly venues seating 1,000+, schools, camps, youth leagues, and NYC Local Law 20 sites.
California AB 133: Medi-Cal Expansion and Data Exchange Framework
California AB 133, signed in 2021, expanded Medi-Cal to undocumented adults 50+, removed the asset test, and created a statewide Data Exchange Framework.
Alaska Native Reservations: Annette Island and the ANCSA Model
Alaska has only one Indian reservation, Annette Island, because the 1971 ANCSA replaced Alaska Native reservations with a corporate land ownership system.
30-Day Notice to Vacate in Kansas: Delivery, Deposits, and Defenses
A 30 day notice to vacate in Kansas ends a month-to-month tenancy without a reason, but the termination date must fall on a periodic rent-paying date.
4th Degree Misdemeanor in Ohio: Penalties and Record Sealing
A 4th degree misdemeanor in Ohio carries up to 30 days in jail and a $250 fine. See sentencing factors, collateral consequences, and how to seal the record.