all paperwork I have from the past says that my Exp. Date is 10/27/23 papers like my old time sheets from being inside, and my discharge papers from where I was released on parole in June of 2020 but Po has 9-1-27. I have a min and Max date that I can be released from depends on programs and... View More 
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answered on Sep 11, 2023
Contact the lawyer who represented you and get a copy of the signed judgement. That will have the exact sentence you are to serve. After that will come the method of calculation for that sentence. The state where you were convicted will have that authority and your lawyer should be able to contact... View More
It was different brand, make and model as seller described
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answered on Jan 25, 2023
You should notify the police or sheriff about this because it can be a crime to alter serial numbers when it was done to misrepresent the identity of the item. You can also probably sue the seller for fraud. But you should talk to a lawyer about this first. What you can and should do will be... View More
pertaining to part 1 accidents 55-10-102
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answered on Jan 25, 2023
Generally places that are open to the public fit in this category. Shopping centers, apartment complexes, office parking lots that also allow access to the public. Places that would not fit might be a fenced area with a gate that required a pass card or check in with a guard. The answer to your... View More
I am 45 yrs old currently. When I was 19 I got convicted of theft over 15,000. It was rediculous really, they had nothing on me but I was young and didnt know any better. I took a plea agreement and they were supposed expunge it off my record after probation. This never happened. How do I get it... View More
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answered on Jan 25, 2023
Its hard to say for sure without more details about your conviction, but here is a link from the State of Tennessee that might help answer your question -- https://www.tn.gov/expunction.html -- felony theft is on that list.
If you need more specific advice contact a lawyer in your area.... View More
After being released on bond, he immediately entered into a rehab program and will be back for the hearing. I’m not sure what happens since I’m not the one who called the cops. The big issue is alcohol and I would love for him to continue treatment. When sober, he doesn’t show any signs of... View More
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answered on Jan 8, 2023
This is complicated. You should talk to a counselor who works with these kind of situations. If you don't have that available to you talk with a trusted responsible family member or friend. This is not to determine his innocence or guilt or punishment, but rather to determine if you want to... View More
what should i do?
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answered on Aug 11, 2022
Its hard to answer this without lots more detail, but you need to talk to a good lawyer right away.
This absolutely casts serious doubt on your conviction and it may be that you are entitled to a new trial. You need a real lawyer now, do not wait. If you can't afford a lawyer write or... View More
I allowed a showing yesterday of the house I am renting. I am moving in January when my lease is up and I want to help out the owners. The listing agent has not disclosed in the listing that the home is currently rented so 75% of the showings so far are for people expecting to move in. Yesterday,... View More
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answered on Aug 11, 2022
Talk to your landlord and ask them to deal with the agent. It sounds like the agent considers you a bother. That you want to have privacy and enjoyment of your home is not unreasonable, you are paying rent and are entitled to it. Its possible that your lease covers this situation and that may... View More
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answered on Aug 11, 2022
You should probably consult a lawyer to review the contract. If any part of the agreement seems questionable you should make sure of what you are being asked to sign before you sign. There might be more problems than you notice.
Also look at the State of Tennessee website:... View More
I ran away from my dad's house because I wasn't mentally well I was always depressed and I couldn't get help. My dad's wife told me I said therapy wouldn't work after I went to an evaluation and wanted to go back. They've been very manipulative using the fact that my... View More
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answered on Aug 11, 2022
Your situation is complicated and difficult to answer on-line without lots more information, If you are not safe please go to the nearest police department and ask for help.
Here is another idea:
https://youthvillages.org/about-us/locations/tennessee/
Call them and tell them... View More
My dad was put on my grandma's will as executor and when she passed he wrote a text message denying the rple as executor I was then forced to take care of everything regarding my grandma's funeral my dad then went to the bank and told everybody he is the executor. I ended up paying For... View More
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answered on Aug 11, 2022
Go to the Probate Court clerk in the county where your grandmother lived when she died. Ask them whether the estate was opened for probate or not and if so, what happened with the case. Depending on what you find, you may want to contact a lawyer who does probate work.
I was thrown in jail only seen nurse like two times when first went in they gave me antibiotics for two days I had so much cunfusion when thrown in I couldn't explain them what happen .I had and have lot trauma
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answered on Apr 27, 2022
You need a lawyer to help you with this. If you violated your probation unwillingly because you were actually in the hospital when you were supposed to report or come to court you may have a valid excuse. You will have to prove this with documentation from the hospital or your doctor.
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answered on Apr 27, 2022
You may be able to help yourself by showing up for court rather than waiting to get arrested and taken to jail. Hire a lawyer and follow his or her advice. A lawyer who practices in the court where you have your case should have an idea about how the court handles problems like yours.
I call everyday to check for bail, today I was told the magistrate felt he needed to have bail set in court I asked when his first court date would be then and was told OCTOBER 16th, how is this legal he is 19 lives with us owns his own business has mental health issues but sees someone for that.... View More
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answered on Sep 11, 2023
Your son needs a lawyer! It should be possible to have a bond hearing well before October. He is owed a proper bond hearing within days after his arrest. Hire a lawyer who practices in the county where this happened. They should be able to help you.
This is in Tn. They wanna give. Me 90 days and a test probation. I had a blunt in my vehicle that they searched after my visit.
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answered on Jun 26, 2023
It could be a class D or E felony or a class A misdemeanor It depends on how they charge it.
An "attempt" on an E felony could be an A misdemeanor.
You really should talk to a lawyer about this.
I have recently been through heck and back since February of this year, My mom passed March 13th 2023 also, but my child’s father has not seen or talked to my daughter for 7 or so months, we have a court order for child support since 2017 . The last payment received was 12/12/22. When they try to... View More
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answered on May 30, 2023
Go to the local Child Support Office and take all your court orders about your child with you. They may be able to help you. If that does not work out, contact Legal Aid. You may be able to get a pro bono lawyer.
The officer said he failed to stop at a stop sign but there was no stop sign anywhere. The officer asked to search the vehicle and he told him it wasn't his vehicle and couldn't give him permission to search it. The officer put him in the back of the patrol car and proceeded to search the... View More
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answered on May 30, 2023
Your boyfriend needs a lawyer. He may have ben stopped illegally. A good lawyer will likely be able to sort this out.
I ordered replacement windows. The contractor stated he did not note that the exterior measurements were different from the interior measurements. The option is to cut the brick around my windows which I do not want to do. They will not break contract for a refund and will not honor warranty... View More
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answered on May 22, 2023
You should consult a lawyer who practices construction law and is familiar with the licensing requirements and work. From your description, the contractor made a mistake and you should not have to pay for his mistake. You seem to have bargained for something other than what they are offering to do... View More
I'm now unable to work and disabled but still need to go to doctor visits and the store.
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answered on May 22, 2023
You likely need a lawyer for this. If you have fulfilled the requirements of the law at the time of your conviction you may be able to get your license again. If you were required to have an interlock device on your car and did not, you might have to do that and get a restricted license while its... View More
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answered on May 22, 2023
You should read the original judgement to see what the actual terms of your sentence were. It would be wise to hire a lawyer to help you with this - you might overlook something doing this on your own. There might be some mitigating evidence that would be helpful to you. Impossible to say from the... View More
He is blaming me and saying he will make me pay. I feel like i am being blackmailed he knows all my life details. He could twist things around to harm me and my name what can I do to prevent this? surely the police encounter this a lot
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answered on Mar 1, 2023
You can petition the court for a protective order so he cannot have contact with you. Without more details its hard to say if that is your best solution. You should call a lawyer where you live and ask for advice.
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