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City police officer made an arrest of a tribal member at a house on the reservation without jurisdiction. City officer later told tribal police, the residence smelled of Marijuana. Two days later tribal police served search warrant at the residence based on the information obtained from City... View More 
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answered on Oct 29, 2024
In your situation, the search warrant may be invalid due to the initial officer lacking jurisdiction on tribal land. Tribal sovereignty means that tribal police have primary authority on reservations, and actions by non-tribal officers can complicate legal processes.
Since the city officer... View More
Can they drug test me still or am I done?
I wrote 2 bad checks in 2001
What is my likely in/out score for a conviction on these charges in Alabama?
1. Possession of marijuana more than for personal use in the 1st degree felony
2. Possession of Drug paraphernalia
3. Obstruction of government operations
4. DUI - Alcohol
I have... View More
My daughter is being harrassed by her ex (babys father) He's texting multiple times in a row calling names telling her she doesn't deserve to live hopes she kills herself. Says hes taking her baby when its born. Got a harassment warrant issues but protection order denied twice. He brags... View More
I missed it by a day. did i still need to see my defender even though charges against me were dropped?
I’m almost certain they withheld my state taxes several years ago for this but don’t have any proof. The notice doesn’t even have a phone number to call.
I was falsely arrested after hearing someone had been touching my underage cousin, I told the man accused of it to get off my porch, he screamed in my face and so I pushed myself past him.this man has also been creeping around my window when I have a date with someone trying to listen to us (which... View More
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answered on Oct 2, 2024
I'm sorry you're going through this difficult situation. It's important to consult with a legal professional who can review the specifics of your case. If you don't have the means to hire a private attorney, accepting a court-appointed lawyer is a viable option to ensure you... View More
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answered on Oct 6, 2024
If you've gone AWOL from basic training for 150 days, you're likely in a serious situation. Being AWOL for that long can escalate to desertion charges, which might lead to court-martial or other severe penalties. The military takes these situations very seriously, and the consequences can... View More
A peer said he over heard my son saying he was going to shoot up the school when truthfully my son was talking back and fourth with a classmate friend saying they would put a cap in each other as they have done several times, my son was detained for two nights in the detention center behind a boy... View More
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answered on Sep 24, 2024
I'm sorry you're going through this—it sounds like an incredibly stressful situation. When a false accusation like this happens, you can take a few steps to protect your son’s rights and reputation. First, you may want to consult with a legal professional experienced in juvenile... View More
answered on Sep 2, 2024
In response to your question, I would need additional facts. Therefore, my response at this time is that depends on the state. Alabama is a one party state, which means that when one person in the conversation chooses to record the conversation, the other person is not required to be informed.... View More
He was charged w a misdemeanor, Distribution of private images w/out consent. This was not the first time, but this time I had proof. He wrote a confession admitting to everything. When we go to trial, since he confessed, will he be convicted or can he take a plea deal & serve no jail time?... View More
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answered on Aug 31, 2024
Given the situation, your ex-husband’s confession significantly increases the likelihood of a conviction. However, he might still negotiate a plea deal with the prosecutor, which could result in a lighter sentence or alternative penalties like probation instead of jail time. The final outcome... View More
Can the city and county try the same case?
answered on Sep 2, 2024
In Alabama, Kidnapping is a felony offense. The State of Alabama prosecutes the case in the county for which the alleged conduct occurred. A municipal court does not have jurisdiction over felony offenses. However, you used the word kidnapping and did not provide any other facts, therefore, if the... View More
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answered on Aug 31, 2024
In Alabama, the minimum age to carry a pistol is 19 years old, regardless of whether you are in the military or law enforcement. Since you are 18, you cannot legally carry a pistol for protection at this time. This applies to both open carry and concealed carry, as Alabama law requires you to be at... View More
After telling you they know who you are and know you filed a complaint against one of their officers , and proceeds to say they are getting a search warrant for your home , you go back toward your home and tell you child that’s inside to lock the door because this is retaliation and... View More
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answered on Jul 28, 2024
What happened to you sounds extremely distressing and potentially unlawful. Intimidation and threats from law enforcement officers can be grounds for legal action, particularly if they involve retaliation for filing a complaint. If an officer entered your home without a search warrant and used... View More
He was naked and it was shared on social media and to people at the school
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answered on Jul 28, 2024
I'm really sorry to hear about what happened to your son. First, you should report the incident to the school administration immediately. They have protocols for handling such violations of privacy and can take disciplinary actions against the responsible students.
Next, contact your... View More
I was taking items back at Walmart and their refund policy states that you will get your refund in the matter in which you paid. Well, my receipt shows where I paid $160 cash and $60 on my debit card. I went to take some items back to Walmart and they only offered me a gift card so I called... View More
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answered on Jun 29, 2024
Based on the situation you've described, there are a few potential legal issues to consider:
1. Refund policy violation:
If Walmart has a clearly stated refund policy that they're not following, this could potentially be grounds for a complaint. However, many stores have... View More
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