Email Reference

Librarians answer legal reference questions by email.

Include in Your E-mail:

• a description of the question or problem that you have, being as complete and specific as possible.
• the name of the city or town where you live or work so that we might direct you to a library or other resource in your area that may be of further help.

We can:

• Suggest resources that can help you decide how you can handle your legal issues
• Suggest agencies that may be able to help you handle your legal issue.

Note: Individuals with lengthy and/or complex reference questions will be directed to a law library in their area.

We cannot:

• provide answers to questions that call for a legal opinion, including information about statutes of limitations,
• interpret the law for you,
• conduct research for you, or
• suggest specific forms that you should use.

Response time:

Normally, we will respond with an answer, or a suggestion on how to further pursue your question, within 48 hours, excluding weekends and holidays.