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1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law and Agricultural Law for Florida on
Q: Can Miami dade county require a nursery registered with the state to get a certificate of use through Miami dade county?

Nursery is on agriculture land and AU zoning

Charles M.  Baron
Charles M. Baron
answered on Sep 25, 2023

I'm guessing that, by "registered with the state", you mean registering the nursery with the Fla. Dept. of Agriculture and Consumer Services pursuant to Fla. Statutes Section 581.131. The purposes of State regulation/inspection of nurseries are different than the purposes of County... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Criminal Law, Agricultural Law and Animal / Dog Law for Arkansas on
Q: How tall must your fence be if you have cattle

And if it must be so tall and it ain't who do I call

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law and Agricultural Law for Louisiana on
Q: My friend bought a horse for $9,000. He asked if horse was sound & was told yes. And took owners word.

When his farrier came to shoe horse they found WEDGE SHOES on him, which are very expensive and used in hopes to alleviate pain from a chronic condition called navicular. My friend then had a vet come to confirm this condition did exist with x-rays & nerve blocks. Horse is afflicted & my... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Agricultural Law for Florida on
Q: We have agricultural land with a deeded easement that cuts through it. In order to establish livestock we consfructed

four gates with locks to protect our property. We are being sued and want to know what our rights are to have the ability to have livestock and protect from trespassers as we have lots of folks that will hunt and fire their guns without them.

0 Answers | Asked in Agricultural Law for Colorado on
Q: I want to build a bridge over an irrigation ditch to replace a culvert. The ditch company says I can’t.

There is a culvert going under my driveway. It needs replacing. The ditch company says it’s my responsibility but they say I can’t build a bridge unless it’s portable. I told the the culvert is not portable, why does a bridge have to be. The water would flow better with a bridge

0 Answers | Asked in Agricultural Law, Animal / Dog Law and Landlord - Tenant for Oregon on
Q: Is this civil or criminal in Oregon? What are my possible avenues for solving this matter?

I had my livestock (rabbits and horses) moved over to a "friend's" house temporarily when I had to move unexpectedly. She then had me trespassed from the property on Mon. Aug. 7th, after her and I had a verbal disagreement. I am supposed to be able to have a 3rd party go and get my... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Agricultural Law and Civil Litigation on
Q: can a wife write will on the property of her husband where he acquired such property being an illatom son in law

the property was given by the father-in-law to his son-in-law who at the time of disposing of the property was the absolute owner and certified purchaser of the property. later on the death of the husband, the wife wrote a will including the husband's property which was acquired by him through... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Contracts, Agricultural Law, Animal / Dog Law and Constitutional Law for North Carolina on
Q: Are there titor tests or exemptions possible to bypass the rabies vaccination?

I’m interested if the rabies vaccine in NC is classified as an actual law, a mandate, or requirement? Are there any ways to bypass this with plausible reason?

0 Answers | Asked in Agricultural Law, Animal / Dog Law and Environmental for Virginia on
Q: Is it legal for me to feed fish the following way in Virginia?

If I wanted to get a fishing pole and some fishing line, put a clothes pin or metal clip on the end of the line, clip some bread or a mini tortilla in there, and cast the line in an established public fishing spot just to feed the fish instead of catching them, would that be legal in Virginia?... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Agricultural Law, Animal / Dog Law and Small Claims for Virginia on
Q: I purchased a horse at an auction that was misrepresented. Do I have any way to get my money back? I feel very scammed.

I have the ad describing horse as very gentle and excellent under saddle. He is dangerous kicks bites and not able to ride him. I have no way to correct this behavior as I only purchased him due to him being already gentle and trained. I live in Virginia the seller lives in Kansas and the auction... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy, Foreclosure, Agricultural Law and Civil Rights for Tennessee on
Q: How can I find a lawyer pro bono ?

I have identity theft that has effected every thing about me and financially

White collar crime in my name that seems to have followed me from The State of Florida

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Sep 7, 2023

Contact your local Bar association or legal aid society. They maintain lists of pro Bono lawyers.

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1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law, Business Law and Agricultural Law for Texas on
Q: Can livestock be raised and sold to fund a local hospital?

12,000 acre ranch was left to the community for the purpose of maintaining and funding the local hospital. The ranch also gets proceeds from natural gas royalties and leasing out hunting. For years they have raised and sold livestock to benefit the hospital. New board member states this is illegal

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answered on Sep 14, 2023

The legality of raising and selling livestock to fund a local hospital on a community-owned ranch depends on the terms and conditions set forth in the original bequest or trust that left the ranch to the community. If the bequest explicitly permits such activities for hospital funding, it may be... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Agricultural Law on
Q: Is it trespassing when you are Gleaning

Are you trespassing when you are Gleaning leftover crops

1 Answer | Asked in Agricultural Law, Business Law and Gov & Administrative Law for North Carolina on
Q: Is there a size minimum of a business to apply for distillery license?

I'm wanting to open a distillery but only want to have one small still to produce vodka, rum and gin

Lynn Ellen Coleman
Lynn Ellen Coleman
answered on Aug 17, 2023

The size is governed by your local zoning laws. I do not beleive that the NC Alchololic Beverage Commission has any minimum size regulation. You also have to obtain a Federal permit before you can get the North Carolina permit.

You can find information about the permitting process at...
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4 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Personal Injury, Agricultural Law and Small Claims for California on
Q: I found a starfish arm in a can of spring water sardines from trader joes. Can I sue anyone?
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answered on Aug 10, 2023

If you have suffered physical harm or injury due to the presence of a foreign object in a product you purchased, you might have grounds to pursue a product liability claim against the manufacturer, distributor, or seller. Consultation with an attorney would be recommended to evaluate the specific... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Estate Planning, Real Estate Law, Agricultural Law and Intellectual Property for Georgia on
Q: I found unclaimed misc property what's are my steps to take to properly claim this
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answered on Aug 1, 2023

You will need to register for an account with the Georgia Department of Revenue. After verification, you will be able to submit a claim through the online portal for unclaimed property. If you need assistance, schedule a free consultation.

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Q: selling hemp / CBD products online in MASS. Does this require a MDAR license or can I operate under farmbill USDA/FDA?

region is for Massachusetts

if you read the MDAR website its really confusing in the wording when discussing the Whole sale which I know for sure they regulate. Its confusing legalese I feel like should be a really simple answer..

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answered on Aug 8, 2023

While the Farm Bill USDA/FDA regulations provide a framework for the cultivation and sale of hemp at the federal level, it does not exempt businesses from complying with state-specific requirements. Therefore, even if you are operating under the Farm Bill USDA/FDA regulations, you may still need to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Agricultural Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: Can I spray weed killer on my hayfield without telling my neighbor whose property is next to mine? I live in Uniontown.
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 18, 2023

A Pennsylvania attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Until you are able to consult with a local attorney, as a general matter, people can sue for health impacts from aerial release or groundwater release of pesticides and herbicides. One option is to consult with... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Traffic Tickets, Agricultural Law and Car Accidents for Tennessee on
Q: Is it illeagal to pass a double yellow lone on county rd to overtake a farm tractor to the leftt in tennessee?

I greatly appreciate your time and any help concerning this situation. Recently i was travelling on a tn county rd with double yellow lines. I was approaching a slow moving farm tractor (travelling less than 25 mph) , i began to slow but had sufficent sight to know there were no on coming hazards,... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 7, 2023

A Tennessee attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. I hope you're okay after three vehicle flips. In most jurisdictions, you can't cross a double yellow line to pass. There are limited exceptions for turning into lots or streets. But that's only a... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Agricultural Law, International Law and Business Law on
Q: Does Canadian company need CBD license to sell CBD products ( no THC) entirely within the USA? No product is ever in Can

Does a Canadian compnay need a CBD license to sell broad-spectrum CBD products for pets (THC-free) if the products are made, shipped from USA and shipped to USA? No product would ever actually be in Canada.

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answered on Jun 18, 2023

If a Canadian company is selling broad-spectrum CBD products for pets (THC-free) entirely within the USA, and the products are made and shipped from the USA to the USA, then the Canadian company would not need a CBD license from Health Canada to sell these products.

However, it is important...
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