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Questions People Ask Law Librarians: Round Two

Here is the latest list of questions law library reference staff have been asked by non-attorneys. (The previous list was posted here, Oct 30th, 2007.)

As I said then: Read these questions and then ask yourself, what would these people do if they didn't have a public law library where they get expert help researching the law or finding useful referrals to legal services?

Q: The xxx school district has a new policy on behavior. How can I get a copy of it?

Q: Are there any laws or regulations about violence in the workplace, other than domestic violence?

Q: When was the first asbestos lawsuit filed?

Q: Where can I get copies of a divorce decree?

Q: Did the Oregon Legislature pass a law this/last year to allow a trade association to provide health insurance benefits to its member?s employees? If so, how can I get a copy of the bill?

Q: We are in need of a small estates affidavit. We live in xx and cannot find a link to this form on the internet.

Q: What are the residency requirements for a divorce?

Q: I need a building code from 1973.

Q: How do I publish a legal notice of a divorce?

Q: I need a 1985 statute that would tell me if something was a crime back then.

Q: What are the rules towing companies have to follow?

Q: How can I file a restraining order against different family members?

Q: What time restrictions are there for filing state income taxes?

Q: I need a biography of Justice Brandeis.

Q: I need information on advance directives.

Q: How do I get permission to reprint a book?

Q: Is there a law that states a check payment will be constituted as payment in full if it is written on the check, even if it does not pay the account in full?

Q: Is there a law about how long pet leashes need to be?

Q: How do I remove a schizophrenia diagnosis from my record?

Q: I need information on what it means to consent to treatment.

Q: I?m looking for a Washington State statute from the 80?s.

Q: How do I file a complaint about my landlord?

Q: How do I file a case in federal court?

Q: I need a real estate deed form.

Q: I want information on health care records privacy (HIPAA).

Q: How do I find cases like mine (usually family law)?

Q: How do I find a ?creditor? lawyer?

Q: Where do I appeal an adoption?

Q: How do I find a public defender?

Q: How do I answer a civil complaint?

Q: I need California statutes.

Q: How do I change my name legally?

Q: How do I expunge a juvenile court record?

Q: What is the procedure for a stepparent adoption?

Q: I need help understanding my CC&Rs (condo or HOA Conditions, Covenants, & Restrictions contract)

Q: I need California pleading forms.

Q: How can I (a juvenile) be emancipated?

Q: Where can I find a list of state representatives?

Q: Is there an authoritative treatise on Oregon contract law?

Q: I needs cases on innocent misrepresentation.

Q: How are city boundaries determined?

Q: Do you have bar preparation books?

Q: How does one become and executor of a will?

Q: How do I check on the status of a restraining order in another county?

Q: Is x legal malpractice?

Q: Are there laws about who can perform wedding ceremonies?

Q: Do you have a form for a last will and testament?

Q: How do I renew my HUD section 8 housing?

Q: How long is the grace period for paying my rent?

Q: Is there a notary at every law library?

Q: I need a Vermont statute.

Q: How do I fix a cassette tape that plays too fast?

Q: How do I record a Nevada property lien?

Q: What are the criminal non-support laws in Washington State?

Q: I need a copy of Measure 49.

Q: How do I find a parolee?s location and status?

Q: How do I get a social gaming license?

Q: Can a parent take a child out of state with a divorce pending?

Q: Who should file first in a divorce?

Q: Do you offer AARP driving classes?

Q: How do I know if a power of attorney is valid?

Q: I need California criminal statutes.

Q: I need writ of garnishment forms.

Q: How can an heir disclaim interest in an estate?

Q: Are veteran?s spouses entitled to medical benefits after a divorce?

Q: Do you keep jury verdict reports?

Q: Is there an online play to find divorce records from years ago?

Q: How do I Blue Book ALR?

Q: I need information to compare Oregon?s juvenile justice system with [another] state.

Q: How far can a police officer make you drive after he pulls you over to the nearest scale?

Q: How can I start an LLC (limited liability corporaton)?

Q: I need information on running a nonprofit corporation.

Q: Is there a law about how long can my shift at work can be?

Q: I need a federal law from 1973.

Q: I need a 1999 Tennessee statute.

Q: How do I draft a construction lien?

Q: Can I search divorce records online?

Q: Is there an online list of county judges?

Q: How do I contact the tax assessor?

Q: I need forms to dismiss DUII charges.

Q: I need information about a divorce that took place 10 years ago.

Q: Are there laws about utility bills in manufactured homes?

Q: I need guardianship and emancipation forms for a 17 year old.

Q: I need to find state and federal mining laws.

Q: I need forms to file a civil answer.

Q: Is there a list of Washington County attorneys and their email addresses?

Q: Is Oregon a one-party or two-party state? (Re recording of conversations)

Q: I need information on credit card debt.

Q: How do I search Westlaw?

Q: Do you have civil pleading forms?

Q: Do you have forms for expungment?

Q: I need ?short sale of house? forms.

Q: Where do I find the Hillsboro city code?

Q: What is the definition of ?disabled vehicle??

Q: I need a motion to change venue.

Q: What are jurisdiction and home-rule?

Q: How do I get visitation rights?

In case you were wondering:

We do not answer specific questions. We show people how to research the question and refer them to print and online resources and in virtually all situations encourage them to speak to an attorney or other specialist (e.g. caseworkers, elected officials, government offices, non-profit service providers, etc.).

Disclaimer: It is against state law for library staff members to engage in any conduct that might constitute the unauthorized practice of law (ORS 9.160, 9.166 and 9.21). They may not interpret statutes, cases or regulations, recommend forms or assist in their preparation, or advise patrons regarding their legal rights. Law library staff members may, however, assist patrons in locating materials or links that would aid in individual research.

Full post as published by Oregon Legal Research on March 09, 2008 (boomark / email).