Legal Q&A

Can I obtain a certificate of common-law marriage?

My husband, with whom I was in a common-law marriage, has died. I would like to receive some division of the inherited property; is there a way to obtain a certificate? If not, please tell me what I should do to receive property in this situation. If I obtain a certificate of common-law marriage, I would be recognized, right?

What evidence is needed to prove a stalking act?

Recently, an acquaintance has been repeatedly contacting me and even coming to my home, which makes me feel anxious. At first I thought it was mere interest, but now I even feel fear. Does this kind of conduct also constitute a stalking act? To determine whether it is stalking, what evidence should I gather?

Attorney specializing in narcotics cases, is it okay to buy nabi pills through social media?

Hello, attorney specializing in narcotics cases. The thing is, I am currently on a diet, and while looking at social media and Telegram, I found an appetite suppressant called nabi pills. They say it contains narcotic ingredients, but it is being sold quite openly. So it is legal and okay to buy, right?

Criminal attorney, are minors also subject to criminal punishment?

Hello, criminal attorney. The thing is, I heard that my nephew committed a crime. I do not know exactly what crime it was, but in any case he called me in tears. Are minors also subject to criminal punishment like adults? It is a bit embarrassing and I have nowhere to ask, so I am leaving my question here.

I want to report a stalker.

I have been stalked for several months now by a man I got to know at a private academy. He keeps calling and sending unpleasant remarks by message. However, at first, I did not even want to see such messages, so I deleted them immediately every time I received them. Now, since I cannot bear it anymore and want to report the stalker, is it possible to recover the deleted text messages?

I am curious about the meaning and definition of accounting audit review.

There has been a lot of news related to corporate accounting recently, and I am curious about exactly what accounting audit review is. I have heard that it is a system that examines whether an audit conducted by an external accounting firm was carried out properly, and I am curious about who performs the review and by what standards it proceeds. I would also like to know what measures are taken if a deficient audit is discovered.

How should I respond to a deepfake crime?

I work at an entertainment agency. Recently, I received a report that deepfake obscene material composited with the face of one of our artists is being distributed online. The person concerned is also suffering a great psychological shock, so it seems a response to the deepfake crime is necessary. I am curious about how best to respond and what procedures should be taken at the agency level to protect the victim.

Attorney specializing in narcotics cases, is it true that reporting narcotics offenses gives you a reward?

Attorney, while watching the news recently, a question came to mind. I heard that you can receive a reward if you report a narcotics crime in advance or arrest the offender. Is a reward actually paid if you report narcotics? I only glanced at it, so I am not sure. I would appreciate a quick reply!!

Is there also a way to interrupt the extinctive prescription of a claim?

It has been a long time since I lent money to an acquaintance, but I have not yet been repaid. People around me have told me that a claim, too, once a certain period passes, becomes subject to completed extinctive prescription, so that it can no longer be claimed. I would like to know whether there is any way to interrupt the extinctive prescription of a claim, and if so, what methods are available.