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I suspect that my sister and brother in law took over the account so can I get help please.
My mom myself and another tenant rent out a property in Chicopee and the landlord had put cameras inside the house so the police department was called told him he couldn’t keep them on inside the house, well he’s back here today with the other tenant after we decided to end out lease at the end... View More 
answered on May 2, 2024
Yes. Even if you were out on personal recog in the District Court, the indictment is considered a 'change in circumstance' that will result in the higher/ Superior Court *reviewing bail. It does not mean that they will alter it, or that it will be too high to make. Bail is set based on... View More
answered on May 1, 2024
No one can secretly record AUDIO record a private person in MA. ( the rules are a bit different for public officials, police etc). Massachusetts is one of 12 consent states requiring consent of all parties to a recording. The issue is one of secrecy though. Making it clear that a recording is... View More
Charges against me , summons me to court on 5/29. MIND you the officer NOR any of the police officers at the station where present ONLY my mother and I at her house during the timeframe that she falsely claimed I allegedly throw a rock , allegedly threaten her life. She only went to PD station... View More
A state cop found an empty heroin bag, "chore" for a crack pipe and a crack pipe in my car. All with barely any residue but very small amounts. He told me I would get a summons in the mail for the possession charges and let me go. He did not find actual drugs that carried weight. Not on... View More
I ALSO HAVE A SERIOUS ISS UE WITH ABUSE FROM ONE OF THEIR EMPLOYEES. I WENT IN THERE .A NUMBER OF TIMES HE TOLD ME THE COMPUTER WAS OVERLOADED WITH MY ACCOUNT. I HAD TO WAIT UP TO FORTY MINUTES FOR THE COMPUTER TO MYTHOLOGICALLY FIX ITSELF. HE WAS LYING. THIS EMPLOYEE IS SO FEROCIOUS I AVOIDE GOING... View More
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answered on Mar 29, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about the troubles you've had with your pawn shop, including the loss of your classic guitars and the difficult interactions with an employee. It's important to address both the financial and the interpersonal issues you've experienced. Given the overdue... View More
There was no exigent circumstances or probable cause and this "inventory search" turned investigatory when they decided to use the keys that bore no relationship to which the crime I was being arrested for to unlock a locked glove box, violating policy, because the keys were not available... View More
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answered on Feb 1, 2024
In your situation, it appears that you have raised valid concerns about the legality of the search and seizure conducted by law enforcement officers. The key issue is whether the inventory search conducted post-arrest exceeded its lawful scope and became investigatory in nature.
Inventory... View More
I checked out my groceries at a self-checkout lane, paid for Everything, got my receipt.Didn’t leave right away.I sat down in the cafe area of the store and ate something that I paid for,while I waited for my Uber.When the Uber was 1 min. away.I took my receipt out of my pocket like I always... View More
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answered on Jan 6, 2024
To pursue a lawsuit against a grocery store for wrongful accusation of shoplifting, you should first gather all evidence that supports your claim, including your receipt, any witness statements, and the details of the interaction with the loss prevention officer and the police. It's also... View More
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answered on Dec 25, 2023
In Massachusetts, while you're on probation at the age of 16, you generally cannot simply move out of your parent or guardian's home without their consent. Your legal guardian, in this case, your mother, has the authority to make decisions about your residence and care. If you're... View More
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answered on Dec 3, 2023
I think that you may have a case against your employer. Possibly for terminating you before you were able to exonerate yourself against allegations of committing a crime. In addition, there are statutes in In some states, nuch like New York that would address an employer terminating an employee... View More
I know you need an LTC to purchase the powder and ammunition but what about possessing it?
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answered on Nov 29, 2023
In Massachusetts, the laws regarding firearms can be quite specific. A prohibited person typically is not allowed to carry or possess any firearm, including antique firearms. However, under Massachusetts law, certain antique firearms may not be classified in the same way as modern firearms.... View More
I was a university professor in a foreign country. I was the target of several criminal actions and several other possible ones. Two to three years later -- in 2008 -- I was pushed out of the country in a process that might itself have been illegal [I was ejected from a hospital]. It is now 15... View More
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answered on Nov 28, 2023
Whether being forced out of another country would toll the statute of limitations depends on the specific laws of the country/jurisdiction in question. There may be no statute of limitations at all for certain crimes/claims in the other country. If the alleged crimes were committed in the United... View More
Intentional, waited till I left for a week to use my mom's card. Intent was there considering he was smart enough to only take out the maximum money allowed daily from ATMs, fun times at Mohegan Sun, all totally caught and verified by police. They brought him in for questioning and told me... View More
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answered on Nov 27, 2023
In the situation where your 80-year-old mother's bank card was stolen and used to withdraw money, it's understandably frustrating and confusing when the perpetrator admits to the crime but isn't arrested. The decision to arrest or not can depend on various factors, including local... View More
My Daughter was falsely arrested by same Police Department after they learned of her Supoena as a witness in my subsequently dismissed case. The charges are serious felonious crimes and we have documented evidence of cash paid for the arrests. Racists documented threats from those commiting crimes... View More
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answered on Nov 24, 2023
In your case, where there are allegations of false arrest, racially motivated harassment, and corruption involving law enforcement, it's critical to take well-informed and strategic legal steps. First, ensure that all evidence, including documents showing cash payments and any threats, are... View More
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answered on Nov 12, 2023
If you believe you have been unfairly followed by the Massachusetts State Police and have evidence to support your claim, it is important to consult with an attorney who can provide personalized legal advice. You can reach out to local law firms that handle civil rights or criminal law cases. Many... View More
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answered on Nov 1, 2023
The FBI is prohibited from using investigational drugs on the people they investigate. This is because investigational drugs have not been fully tested and approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and their use could pose a serious health risk to the subjects.
Unfortunately, due... View More
answered on Oct 26, 2023
If there are any conditions about remaining drug and alcohol free, that could be a problem. Otherwise your activity appears perfectly legal and for a purpose. You should speak to your PO directly if you still have concerns. It goes without saying that they'll probably want to look at your... View More
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answered on Sep 26, 2023
In Massachusetts, owning a blank-firing gun might be subject to various restrictions and could require a firearms identification card (FID) or a license to carry (LTC).
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