Now that I'm married, what do I do next? I have a handle on the whole name change thing, but what laws/benefits/etc apply differently to me/us? What should I be doing about taxes and insurance? What else am I not thinking of? (We were married in Wisconsin; we live in Illinois.)
posted by desjardins on Oct 6, 2008 - 8 answers

Shouldn't admitting/publicly announcing that you smoke pot or do other drugs at least be enough for a search warrant in the US? [more inside]
posted by theichibun on Aug 14, 2008 - 21 answers

What's involved in my performing a wedding in Los Angeles? [more inside]
posted by rileyray3000 on Aug 1, 2008 - 3 answers

If I move back to Canada does my American wife and kid get Canadian citizenship? [more inside]
posted by tangyraspberry on Jul 18, 2008 - 12 answers

I know it's legal to make a right turn on a red light after a complete stop (at least in CA). Does that apply when there are *two* right turn lanes? That is, in areas where there are two right turn lanes, I've never thought twice about making a right on red when I'm in the lane closest to the curb. But I've always been a bit skittish about making a right on red in the "outside" lane. Is a right on red (after a complete stop) legal from the "outside" lane as well?
posted by edjusted on Jul 13, 2008 - 13 answers

Is it illegal to drive without a passenger side mirror? [more inside]
posted by Four-Eyed Girl on Jul 12, 2008 - 16 answers

I need links to information regarding the catching of shoplifters, how to restrain them, their legal rights and ours. In Canada. [more inside]
posted by melgy on Jun 12, 2008 - 35 answers

What's a good resource for the history of laws governing BDSM pornography? [discussion, of course, potentially nsfw] [more inside]
posted by nadawi on May 13, 2008 - 6 answers

I'm currently in Tenn. a thousand or so miles from home. I am looking to ship several bottles of whisky back to my home state of Washington, as I have to fly to Canada before heading back home. Can anyone recommend a decent way of doing this, accepting that most delivery services (FedEx, UPS, USPS) do not allow this activity unless I'm a licensed vendor? Thanks!
posted by AccidentalHedonist on Apr 2, 2008 - 7 answers

Are there age restrictions for passengers on motorcycles in California? [more inside]
posted by otherwordlyglow on Mar 31, 2008 - 7 answers

I'm a dog walker in NYC and despite having stated that dogwalking is not a substitute for overnight care in the service agreement that I make owners sign, a customer is using 2 x 10 minute dog walks a day as care for her dog while she has been away for two nights. [more inside]
posted by merocet on Feb 20, 2008 - 16 answers

I want to start up my own computer repair business on the site. What are some creative ways to distribute flyers? Also does anyone know if there are laws against distributing them in a certain way?
posted by deadparrot on Jan 14, 2008 - 11 answers

What is the official procedure (in New York, say) for selling or distributing a canned product imported from another country? Are there specific licenses that need to be obtained? [more inside]
posted by dminor on Dec 12, 2007 - 3 answers

Technical/pedantic football (soccer) question: In tonight's Albania v Holland Euro 2008 qualifier, six minutes of stoppage time was indicated, if I am not mistaken. However, the referee blew the final whistle after what I believe was less than 94 minutes, after a spectator threw fireworks at or near a player. This incident seemed to be the direct reason for the ref to call it a game. Given that according the Laws, the indicated stoppage time is a minimum, shouldn't this game technically be considered terminated or abandoned?

Bonus question: what exactly is the difference between a "terminated" and an "abandoned" game?
posted by goodnewsfortheinsane on Sep 12, 2007 - 6 answers

Appartment management companies have rediculously high credit requirements in Los Angeles. Is it legal for my mother to rent an appartment and for me and my roommate to just live there and pay rent? My mother would not be living there and the managment company probably wouldnt know. If this is not legal, what is the legal action that the management copany can take? This managment company does not accept co-signors. Please help!
posted by Charlie Lesoine on Apr 16, 2007 - 8 answers

Can anyone resident in India clear up my confusion on the drug laws there? [more inside]
posted by Meatbomb on Mar 2, 2007 - 1 answer

I have seen a couple trucks owned by the city (public works trucks) with magnetic signs advertising to "Vote No" on an upcoming proposed charter amendment. I have also seen a flashing sign owned by City Hall with the same message to "Vote No on Prop. 7". Isn't this illegal?
posted by LoriFLA on Oct 20, 2006 - 13 answers

I'm doing a talk at church on spiritual laws, and I'd like quotes from well known scholars and successful business people that are affirmative in nature. [more inside]
posted by raydexter on Aug 12, 2006 - 5 answers

What are the laws governing the sale of alcohol in Kentucky--specifically on Sundays/Easter? [more inside]
posted by fugitivefromchaingang on May 4, 2006 - 12 answers

Tomorrow me, my girlfriend, and her dad are going tp pick up my girlfriends new car. She hasnt passed her test yet, so i'll be driving it back. Ive been driving for 6 years, never had an accident, and have fully comp insurance. Can I legally drive it? [more inside]
posted by lemonfridge on Mar 31, 2006 - 5 answers

Are there any reports of citizens with concealed weapons in the USA foiling bank robberies or other violent crimes? [more inside]
posted by redteam on Mar 28, 2006 - 17 answers

Someone saw my pot. Am I headed off to jail? [more inside]
posted by Anonymous on Dec 28, 2005 - 62 answers

Am I subject to penalties and fines if I'm not in compliance with New York State tax law, even though I do not work or live in New York State?
posted by brent on Dec 27, 2005 - 12 answers

Purely for the sake of argument: exactly why, in terms of legality, practicality, and health, should I not kill and eat animals I find in the city? [more inside]
posted by squidlarkin on Oct 25, 2005 - 25 answers

Can I proceed through a red light when it is clearly not possible for traffic to be coming from the opposing direction? [more inside]
posted by mike9322 on Jun 30, 2005 - 25 answers

My company has been offered a large sum of money for a domain name we own (but don't use). As the sole contact listed in the WHOIS, the offer was sent directly to my email address, so I'm the only person here who is aware of this offer. My company is notoriously unscrupulous, so I have no ethical hangups about just taking the money for myself. But, naturally, I don't want to break the law. Are you aware of any loopholes that might work to my advantage?
posted by Anonymous on Feb 2, 2005 - 54 answers

A friend of mine is going to Morocco and I'm somewhat concerned about what's going to happen if he gets caught smoking marijuana. Does anyone know Moroccan drug laws, or even better, how it's practiced?
posted by klue on Dec 18, 2004 - 21 answers

Privacy Laws: What kinds of information about my transactions can credit card companies sell or otherwise use commercially? What kinds of information can my landlord sell? A mortgage broker or lender? My insurers? Radio Shack?
posted by namespan on Jun 23, 2004 - 3 answers

Downloading music you legally purchased (and consequently had stolen from you) -- dead wrong, somewhat wrong, acceptable, or totally okay? Not talking about iTunes here, download as in free.. [more inside] [more inside]
posted by jmevius on May 10, 2004 - 38 answers

I paid 25 cents at a Public Library Used Books-and-Stuff Sale for a CD-ROM of "Flash 2" with a registration card for "Flash 5 Upgrade". Am I in danger of doing something illegal, futile, or just flashy?
posted by wendell on Feb 19, 2004 - 1 answer