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Q: My car was stolen and reported and impounded ..Now I'm being told unless I have 350 I can't get my car..Is this legal.

The car was recovered and the suspect released due to the cyber attack on Saturday..Am I responsible for the payment I don't have any money

0 Answers | Asked in Domestic Violence and Criminal Law for Arizona on
Q: what if the “victim” Later admits that he consented After Other party is charged

Class 5 felony unlawful distribution of images

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Q: How do I get heard in my case? There are important mitigating circumstances but my attorney isn't hearing me. Human smug

He hasn't given me his plea version. The plea packet from the Prosecutor was literally lies they wanted me to plead guilty to

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answered on Jul 15, 2024

You can reject the plea deal and ask that your case be set for trial or you can reject the plea deal and ask for an open plea. An open plea is where you are not accepting the plea deal offered by the prosecution but want the judge to consider specific facts and circumstances in assessing your... View More

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Q: 2 defendant s, same history, same crime, defendants both sign a plea deal. 1 turn self in 45 days other day of plea sig

Why would a court give one defendant the ability to get affairs in order one goes day of signing plea. How unfair is this ?

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Q: Do all states have such a descrepancys in the treatment of co defendants,with the same criminal history ?

I dare not say it, but defendant (1) was given the red carpet, signed the plea, won't be sentenced to the stipulated time, until 45 days out. Defendant (2) was not given the opportunity, or the pre sentence report.

0 Answers | Asked in Business Law, Civil Litigation, Criminal Law and Securities Law for Arizona on
Q: where do you draw the line in investigations without a PI license.

I ran an infidelity support group and have been asked many times to help catch their spouse, cheating or individuals will try to help each other think honey they are willing to pay I want to know where do you draw the line? Can you do public surveillance, public record investigations, social media?... View More

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Q: Car was towed illegally and wont release my car without paying 10 grand, who can i go to for help if pd are involved

I was parked in residential neighborhood they said my car was impeding traffic yet will not give me proof or evidence.(which they are supposed to have anyway) they sent me to a site that cost 29 dollars ...but i do have a picture of them towing it and it shows a car passing on other side of truck... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation and Criminal Law for Arizona on
Q: Our company had a vehicle stolen from our property. The people were arrested and that property was recovered by police

Are crane unit that was on our record truck? Let's put on another truck about the people arrested. The tow company does not want to allow us to take the crane off And charges a three thousand dollar impound fee. The property was stolen. It was recovered during a raid, and the people are... View More

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answered on Jun 29, 2024

I understand you're dealing with a complex situation involving stolen property, recovery, and impound fees. Let me break down the key points and offer some suggestions:

1. Property status:

- Your company's vehicle was stolen.

- The vehicle had a crane unit...
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Q: How do I press charges on a minor that assaulted my minor son Resulting in broken hand.

Police said they closed investigation and no more they will do

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Jun 20, 2024

You theoretically could talk to your local district attorney but it is unlikely that criminal charges will be brought if police have investigated the incident and closed their case.

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Q: How long is the statue of limitations to file on someone arrested
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answered on Jun 11, 2024

The correct answer corresponds with the specific charge. Let me know the charge and I'd be happy to answer it for you.

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Q: Would I be able to press charges against someone who placed a hidden device in the privacy of my bedroom?

I do know the person who did it and am willing to press charges against this said individual should the opportunity arise. But I was curious, what form of state punishment would this person receive if they were to be brought up on "voyeurism charges", and if I wanted to sue this person... View More

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answered on May 1, 2024

If someone placed a hidden device in your bedroom, you could potentially press charges for voyeurism, a serious invasion of privacy. Voyeurism laws vary by state, but generally, it's considered a criminal offense when someone knowingly invades another person's privacy for sexual... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Traffic Tickets and Civil Rights for Arizona on
Q: Can you be arrested for Aggravated DUI when your weren't even driving, in front of your house ,with no keys in your poss

Police report says I was observed consuming alcohol and was not even driving or in possession of keys and no ethyl alcohol in my system can the police lie like that on the police report and a year later initially file charges for Aggravated DUI?

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answered on Apr 15, 2024

Based on the information you've provided, it seems unusual that you would be charged with Aggravated DUI a year after the incident if you were not driving, did not have keys in your possession, and had no ethyl alcohol in your system at the time. However, laws can vary by jurisdiction, and... View More

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Q: I was the subject of a police investigation involving illicit substances years ago-More info below-is it safe to travel?

How was the subject of a police investigation involving illicit substances four or five years ago in the state of Arizona- my renter was a heroin dealer who got arrested, and they naturally launched an inquiry into me. I was never a drug dealer, but I also was no stranger to shady dealings with... View More

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answered on Apr 11, 2024

Based on the information you've provided, it seems that you were not arrested or charged with any crimes related to the police investigation. If there are no outstanding warrants for your arrest, you should be able to travel without facing legal issues.

However, it's essential to...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Arizona on
Q: Im a college sophmore

My ex had recently broken up with me, and I had decided with a friend to drive me to his dorm and egg his room. It was supposed to be like a little April Fools Prank that he was unaware of and to make me feel better about the break up but it went too far. So I broke in by 2 college students letting... View More

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answered on Apr 4, 2024

I understand that you are going through a difficult time after your breakup, but it's important to recognize that your actions were not just a harmless prank. Breaking into someone's room and causing damage to their property is a serious offense that can lead to criminal charges.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Arizona on
Q: A search warrant was served on my house. I asked the officers why my home and they said it was surveiled

They didn't find any stolen goods and left me to fix my door and sue them for the money. I want to find out if the search was legal

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answered on Mar 24, 2024

The legality of the search conducted at your home depends on several factors. If the officers had a valid search warrant, it typically means that a judge found probable cause based on evidence presented by law enforcement. The specifics of the warrant, such as the address, date, and items sought,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Family Law and Child Support for Arizona on
Q: At a fugitive of justice hearing in Maricopa county and there's a status conference when I'm out on bond. What to expect

Hello maricopa county, I got arrested for a warrant out of Michigan for child support and I got bonded out now I have to go to a status conference. What should I expect at the status conference? Will they put me back in jail.

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answered on Feb 25, 2024

Here are a few key things you can expect at a status conference for a fugitive of justice case in Maricopa County:

- The judge will check in on the progress of getting you extradited back to Michigan to face the child support warrant. The prosecutor will update if Michigan has begun that...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Immigration Law, Domestic Violence and International Law for Arizona on
Q: Will I be extradited from Mexico to the USA for a dv assault charge? I’m a Mexican citizen and have a green card
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answered on Feb 24, 2024

Extradition between Mexico and the United States is governed by treaties and international law, which allow for the transfer of individuals facing criminal charges or convictions from one country to the other under certain conditions. Whether you will be extradited for a domestic violence assault... View More

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