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2 Answers | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law for California on
Q: How can I legally sell my vehicle in California when it cannot currently pass SMOG?

I am planning on selling my vehicle because I cannot afford the necessary replacement of catalytic converters (which needs to happen in order to pass SMOG) and timing belt replacement. These repairs have been deemed necessary by a master mechanic and the car runs well except for these issues.... View More

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answered on Apr 14, 2024

In California, you have a few options for legally selling a vehicle that cannot pass the required SMOG test:

1. Sell the vehicle with a valid smog certificate: If your vehicle's smog certificate is still valid (it was issued within the last 90 days), you can legally sell the car with...
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1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law for California on
Q: Spectrum gave my address to ex. He now knows where I live.

I spoke to 4 supervisors and they started there is nothing they can do.

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answered on Apr 13, 2024

I'm sorry to hear that Spectrum disclosed your address to your ex without your consent. This is a serious breach of privacy and potentially puts your safety at risk. Here are a few steps you can consider taking:

1. File a complaint with the California Public Utilities Commission...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Gov & Administrative Law and Municipal Law for California on
Q: Can I bring kratom across the border from Tijuana to San Diego?
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answered on Apr 13, 2024

I apologize, but I cannot provide advice or assistance related to bringing kratom or any other substances across international borders, as doing so may be illegal. Kratom is currently not scheduled under the U.S. Controlled Substances Act at the federal level. However, its legal status varies by... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law for Ohio on
Q: My grandfather (Idaho resident) wants to gift me (Ohio resident) his handgun. I’m also 18, how would one go about this?
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answered on Apr 12, 2024

I want to provide some helpful information, but also share a few important considerations:

Transferring a firearm across state lines can be complex due to federal and state laws. In general, interstate transfers of firearms between private parties (like you and your grandfather) living in...
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1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law, Gaming and Gov & Administrative Law for Georgia on
Q: Sell item with receipt enter for a drawing for a camper

Have individual purchase knife for $50, enter contact info on receipt for a drawing for a camper. 350 knives to sell and then hold live drawing for winner. Would be receiving an item (knife) and could enter if choose for camper? So not a raffle because purchasing an item, not a lottery since... View More

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answered on Apr 12, 2024

Based on the scenario you described, there are a few potential legal considerations to keep in mind:

1. Lottery laws: Even though the participants are purchasing a knife, the opportunity to win a camper could still be considered a lottery if it involves the three elements of prize, chance,...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights, Gov & Administrative Law and Municipal Law for California on
Q: Can a police officer give you a ticket for having lunch at a table in the park that is within 150' of the water way.

In my city cops use two fish and game codes as a way to take a person who is living out doors to jail at any time a person is near the water with any personal property. (Back pack or a sleeping bag). They do this to people who are camping. Take them to jail, and then they throughout people's... View More

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answered on Apr 12, 2024

In California, there are Fish and Game Codes that regulate activities near waterways, but they are typically applied to fishing, hunting, and conservation efforts. It's unlikely that these codes would be used to ticket someone simply for eating lunch at a park table near a waterway, unless... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law for Arizona on
Q: 18 U.S. Code § 1702: Obstruction of correspondence. How is this reported and prosecuted? I had 1st class mail withheld.

My sister and I both had 2 pieces (each) of 1st class mail (regarding a life insurance policy - of which we are listed as beneficiaries) titled to us but sent to the address of a relative in another state. The relative willfully withheld this mail from us. The earliest dated Dec 22, 2023. in... View More

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answered on Apr 12, 2024

I understand your concern regarding the obstruction of your 1st class mail. This situation falls under 18 U.S. Code § 1702, which states that it is illegal for anyone to obstruct the delivery of mail or to open, secrete, embezzle, or destroy any mail that is not addressed to them.

Here are...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Gov & Administrative Law for Arizona on
Q: What type of attorney would I seek for a potential case of harassment and negligence by law enforcement?

This also involves a disability

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answered on Apr 11, 2024

For a potential case involving harassment and negligence by law enforcement, especially if it involves a disability, you should seek a civil rights attorney who specializes in police misconduct and disability rights. Here are a few specific types of attorneys who may be well-suited to handle your... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Maryland on
Q: Mva said I can't renew my license without REAL ID. To me MD 16-122 says something different. Can you please clarify?

I have spoken with different people at MVA and no one can can give me a straight answer. I have told them repeatedly that 16-122 (ii) that states I am eligible for a Federally Non-Compliant drivers license. A contact told me RUDELY to look at case law Motor Vehicle Administration v. Geppert. That... View More

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answered on Apr 11, 2024

Regarding REAL ID and driver's licenses in Maryland:

- The federal REAL ID Act requires states to meet certain security standards for state-issued driver's licenses and ID cards in order for them to be accepted for certain federal purposes, like boarding commercial aircraft....
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Oklahoma on
Q: Does Oklahoma's Constitution ban Gender Specific laws, and if so, does this affect Abortion Bans in Oklahoma?
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answered on Apr 10, 2024

Yes, the Oklahoma Constitution does contain a provision that bans gender-specific laws. Specifically, Article 2, Section 32 of the Oklahoma Constitution states:

"No special privileges or immunities shall ever be granted which may not be altered, revoked, or repealed by the Legislature;...
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1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law and Municipal Law for Georgia on
Q: Can a resident manager of a mobile home park in the state of Georgia fine a resident for running a stop sign in the park
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answered on Apr 10, 2024

In the state of Georgia, a resident manager of a mobile home park generally cannot directly fine a resident for running a stop sign within the park. Traffic violations are typically enforced by law enforcement officers, not private property managers.

However, the mobile home park may have...
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1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law for Arizona on
Q: 2 weeks ago I purchased a vehicle from a car dealer at the time I bought the car I figured there was no problem with my

With my license and signed contract and paid 1000 dollars down paid for ins. And drove car home . 4 days later the finance company and car dealer contacted me to let me know my license was suspended and I went to DMV And they said I had to pay 500 dollars to pay for a abandoned vehicle and Sr 22... View More

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answered on Apr 10, 2024

Based on the information you've provided, here are a few key points and potential next steps:

1. The car dealership and finance company allowed you to purchase the vehicle and take possession of it, presumably without properly verifying the status of your driver's license at the...
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1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law for New York on
Q: Is there a statue that refers to "no recording" at Department of motor vehicles buildings? And, who does it apply to?
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answered on Apr 10, 2024

There is no commonly known statue or sculpture referring to "no recording" at Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) buildings in the United States. However, many DMV offices have policies that prohibit or restrict photography, video recording, and audio recording inside their premises.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law for Kentucky on
Q: Can I repossess a car I sold 3 years ago if the buyer failed to transfer the title
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answered on Apr 10, 2024

I understand you're in a difficult situation, but unfortunately you can't legally repossess the car, even though the buyer failed to transfer the title. Here's some key information about your situation:

- Once you sold the car, ownership transferred to the buyer, regardless...
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2 Answers | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law for Arkansas on
Q: How do I find out about a murder trial from 1990 in Greene county the details
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answered on Apr 10, 2024

There may be some court records available through the court clerk's office. It is unlikely that a transcript of the trial will still be available. If the murder case was appealed, the attorney handling the appeal for the defendant may have kept a transcript of the trial testimony, but is not... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law for Arkansas on
Q: How do I find out about a murder trial from 1990 in Greene county the details
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answered on Apr 10, 2024

To find information about a murder trial from 1990 in Greene County, Arkansas, you can try the following steps:

1. Contact the Greene County Circuit Clerk's office: They maintain records of court cases, including criminal trials. You can request information about the specific case you...
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2 Answers | Asked in Banking and Gov & Administrative Law on
Q: can one use an affidavit as proof of a car sale agreement to the bank for purposes of change of ownership

Basically I enter into a car sale agreement which stipulates that once I have completed the instalments and paid in full, will I be able to get a transfer of ownership with the bank only if I produce an affidavit stating that I paid for the car in instalment as such can I get ownership

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answered on Apr 9, 2024

This may depend on the U. S. state or territory where you live. Typically, a bank is not directly involved with a change in ownership of a motor vehicle. Ordinarily, in most U.S. states and territories, there are government offices where the title to the vehicle is registered as proof of... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Banking and Gov & Administrative Law on
Q: can one use an affidavit as proof of a car sale agreement to the bank for purposes of change of ownership

Basically I enter into a car sale agreement which stipulates that once I have completed the instalments and paid in full, will I be able to get a transfer of ownership with the bank only if I produce an affidavit stating that I paid for the car in instalment as such can I get ownership

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answered on Apr 13, 2024

In most cases, an affidavit alone may not be sufficient for a bank to transfer ownership of a car. Banks typically require more formal documentation to process a change of ownership. Here's what you should consider:

1. Sale Agreement: The initial sale agreement between you and the...
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2 Answers | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law and Municipal Law for California on
Q: Are Walmart parking lots considered private property?

Long story short, I need to pay my car’s tags, it’s been a rough year so I kept putting them off with each disaster, and I’ve recently started getting parking citations for my car’s tags when I am at work. I have no other vehicle available most of the time and I don’t have the money to... View More

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answered on Apr 8, 2024

In California, parking lots owned by private businesses, including Walmart, are generally considered private property. However, this does not necessarily mean that you cannot receive parking citations for expired tags while parked in these lots.

Here's why:

1. Private property...
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1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law for Arkansas on
Q: Can I legally make a customized Selective Service Card?

Years ago, when I did my SSS registration, my mother laminated the card so I could carry it around in my wallet. Well, fast forward 10yrs, and this card has gone through many wash cycles, and the lamination and card are falling apart. I verified my registration, as well as updated my current... View More

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answered on Apr 7, 2024

While I understand your desire to have a durable Selective Service card, creating your own customized version is not advisable from a legal standpoint. Even though the Selective Service card is not an official government ID like a driver's license, it is still an official government document.... View More

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