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I am experiencing harassment and potential stalking from an individual who has persistently contacted me. This person called me 73 times and sent 50 text messages in one night, making threats and using abusive language, including derogatory names. After blocking him, he continued harassment through... View More 
answered on Feb 26, 2025
Greetings, based on the law cited below, the answer is YES. You should file a complaint with the police department to accuse him of this charge. You must be able to show police all of the proofs you have mentioned. Good Luck!
2C:12-10 Definitions; stalking designated a crime; degrees.... View More
I have uncashed checks from Horizon BCBS that will be deposited into my savings account. I have a court judgment against me for credit card debt but have not been notified by the debt collector about taking these funds. Can the debt collector access or take these funds once they are deposited?
answered on Feb 26, 2025
Greetings, creditors typically are able to freeze the account by serving the proper court order on the bank. You may file an objection to the levy with the court. There are certain exemptions for funds that may not be levied. For example, your social security funds, disability payments, money from... View More
I received four tickets in the mail for a hit-and-run incident with no injuries. The tickets state that someone reported I hit and ran their driver side mirror while attempting to merge. I was not aware of this incident, and there are no related damages to my vehicle. When I contacted the police... View More
answered on Feb 24, 2025
Greetings, if you appear in court without a lawyer, please ask the court to adjourn the case so that you may have time to consult with a lawyer. This is a serious charge because it has significant consequences which include a 6 month license suspension, at least a $500 fine, 2 points, DMV... View More
I cannot see or talk to my boyfriend because he is detained after a domestic incident we had, which led to charges of attempted murder and aggravated assault. He is facing a sentence of 3 to 25 years, and there are no protective orders against contact with him. As the victim, will I be able to see... View More
In New Jersey, while checking out at a grocery store, a store employee grabbed me by the wrist, accusing me of stealing an item worth $4.49, even though I had already rung up over $269 worth of groceries and had more to ring up. The employee grabbed my wrist, forcibly attempting to take me to his... View More
answered on Feb 24, 2025
We need more information. Was this in New Jersey? If it was, it sounds as if you may have an actionable case against the store. However, more details would be helpful. For example, are there videos from the store or from the police's body worn camera? Are there other witnesses?
You may... View More
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