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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Landlord - Tenant for California on
Q: No mail access no religious rights no disability Rights no rights at all rent increases too high. Nasty health issues

They changed the lock on the keys here mail room any block you from getting in there and they they'll force you to wear a hijab they like to turn the water off too much and too often and too long I've been 3 years without running water and I developed kidney disease bitemporal hemienopsia... View More

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answered on Jan 14, 2025

I'm truly sorry you're experiencing all of this. It must be incredibly overwhelming to face such challenges without support.

Consider reaching out to local advocacy groups that focus on tenant rights and disability services. They can provide guidance and possibly connect you with...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Libel & Slander for California on
Q: I am having problems with the police department refusing to give me Justice or closure more multiple reports and etc

Every time I contact the head of the police department he forwards me to another police officer the same guy who is refusing to do anything about it and he is telling me that they tried to do everything they could which I know he is lying what more can i do who can I reach out to support and help... View More

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answered on Jan 13, 2025

I'm truly sorry you're experiencing this struggle. It's important to keep detailed records of all interactions, including dates, times, and the names of those you speak with. This documentation can be crucial in building your case.

Consider reaching out to civil rights...
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1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law, Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Criminal Law for California on
Q: I am homeless. I live in my vehicle. I had my my constitutional rights violated, all because I refused to give my name

My mechanic replaced sensors, cleared the check engine lights, and ran the car for an hour, but it began to overheat. We parked, and the battery drained while waiting. My mechanic walked home, half a mile away, to get his truck.

While I waited, an officer drove by, then returned five... View More

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answered on Jan 12, 2025

I'm sorry you had to go through that experience. It's important to know that in California, if a police officer has a reasonable suspicion that you've committed a crime, they can ask for your identification. However, if there's no such suspicion and you're not being... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Constitutional Law for California on
Q: Run concurrent with case on courts own motion ?
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answered on Jan 11, 2025

In California courts, running cases concurrently means hearing multiple related matters at the same time. This practice helps streamline judicial proceedings and can benefit both the court system and involved parties through improved efficiency.

When courts decide to combine cases on their...
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1 Answer | Asked in Federal Crimes, Constitutional Law, Elder Law and White Collar Crime for California on
Q: Evidence of elder abuse, conspiracy to defraud an elderly couple, forgery. EV1 scared of super lawyers? EVIDENCE i have.

20 years and still i cannot get ANYONE to represent my family and i because the criminals are Super Lawyers, which really means they surveil you 24/7. That's how they Always win. $20,000,000 stolen by way of forgery, coercion, monitoring and blatantly selling trustors property to known... View More

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answered on Jan 7, 2025

I hear your frustration and understand the serious nature of elder abuse and fraud allegations against these lawyers. The surveillance and intimidation you describe must feel overwhelming, especially when trying to seek justice for your family.

For cases involving legal misconduct and elder...
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1 Answer | Asked in Copyright, Real Estate Law, Constitutional Law and Intellectual Property for California on
Q: Can a random person legally film me with hidden cameras while shopping inside a retail store in the mall?

I was inside a retail store at the mall when a random person bumped into me, I thought it was an accident so I went about my business shopping with my girlfriend. Afterwards, this individual decided to yell comments at my girlfriend asking if she wanted a boyfriend, after I told him that I was the... View More

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answered on Jan 3, 2025

You have the right to be concerned about being recorded without your consent. California’s privacy laws primarily focus on audio recording and whether you had a reasonable expectation of privacy. A busy store may not guarantee complete privacy, but covert filming by a random person can pose legal... View More

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Q: after How many times of being stopped for no reason does it become harassment or racial profiling?
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answered on Dec 30, 2024

In California, being stopped multiple times without a clear reason can raise concerns about harassment or racial profiling. While there isn't a set number that automatically defines such behavior, a consistent pattern of unwarranted stops may indicate discriminatory intent.

You have...
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1 Answer | Asked in Domestic Violence, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for California on
Q: Would like to sue the deputy that arrested me for domestic violence. Case was dismissed. She had turned her camera off

while camera was off she was harassing and forced my wife with threats of incarceration, to file a report. The next day deputy shows up at our home and forces her way in. "Yielded negative Results" what does that mean?what was she looking for?

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answered on Dec 29, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about your experience. If you're considering suing the deputy, it's important to consult with a legal professional who can evaluate the specifics of your case and advise you on the best course of action. They can help determine if there were any violations of your... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for California on
Q: My husband has been charged with first degree Murder and He just got his discovery in and some Of it is redacted

And what he has read so far has no evidence on what he’s charged with

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answered on Dec 29, 2024

Given the serious nature of first-degree murder charges, your husband needs competent legal representation immediately. If he already has an attorney, they should be reviewing the discovery materials with him in detail.

The presence of redacted information in discovery is common, as...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law, Criminal Law and Personal Injury for California on
Q: Was My 2-hour Detention and Handcuffing by Police Justified (civil rights lawyers)?

Glendale police called, claiming I violated a visitation order and picked up my child. I sent multiple court orders via email and explained over the phone for 3 hours. At 10:30 PM, police called again, saying the mother allowed me to keep the child until 11 AM the next day. At 11:30 PM, Torrance... View More

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answered on Dec 27, 2024

Based on the information provided, there appear to be serious issues with how law enforcement handled this situation. The multiple detentions, particularly after you had provided court documentation and received verbal permission to keep your child until 11 AM, raise significant concerns about... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Constitutional Law for California on
Q: In riverside county jail in California And prop 36 came on 12/20/2024 And does that effect getting fed kick
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answered on Dec 26, 2024

I need to be upfront that I cannot provide specific legal advice about your individual case, and my knowledge cutoff means I may not have complete information about recent California legal changes.

For general information: Proposition 36 historically dealt with drug treatment instead of...
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Q: Prop 36 Does that effect getting fed kick In riverside California
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answered on Dec 25, 2024

I understand you're asking about how Proposition 36 might affect federal housing assistance ("fed kick") in Riverside, California. Let me help clarify this situation.

Proposition 36, which modified California's Three Strikes law, deals with criminal sentencing and does...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Real Estate Law, Constitutional Law and White Collar Crime for California on
Q: I recently found evidence of forgery for the trust my grandfather left me. Defrauded by forgery 30 million. Now What?

Registrars office had many of his signatures so verifying the signature was not his was simple.

Found associates of the attorney purchasing multiple properties at under value prices.

Evidence of "monitoring" the beneficiaries per the fake trust.

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answered on Dec 25, 2024

This is a serious situation involving substantial financial fraud and criminal behavior. You should immediately contact a fraud attorney with experience in estate and trust litigation in California. Given the scale of the fraud and the involvement of legal professionals, this case likely warrants... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law, Federal Crimes and Legal Malpractice for California on
Q: Deciept Then collision pdef-da-witns -juror .- comissioner conperivy 2 convct incnt Fraud Is mockery Un patriotic.

The proof is absolutely undeniable and the commissioner failed to address the prosecutor misconduct by not disclosing his witnesses relationship with a juror. Doctor-patient and close friand commissioner failed to address the witness perjury Is it purposely to deceive the court his relationship... View More

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answered on Dec 22, 2024

This situation appears to involve serious concerns about potential juror misconduct, witness relationships, and procedural irregularities in your case. The undisclosed connections between the juror, witness, and public defender could represent significant legal issues that may have affected the... View More

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Q: Is taking a course at a public university protected under the first amendment?

Would choosing to take a particular course as a student and associate with a particular professor (who specifically teaches and specializes in the niche topic associated with that specific course) be a protected right under the first amendment at a public university? Would these actions constitute... View More

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answered on Dec 21, 2024

The First Amendment's protections in public universities generally focus on broader academic freedoms rather than guaranteeing the right to take specific courses or study with particular professors. While you have constitutional protections for expression and association on campus, these... View More

Q: Is right to a jury tral an inherent right ca unlawful detainer post default judgement jury trial was changed to bench

Day before jury trial a exparte motion was filed to change jury trial to bench it was granted citing unlawful detainers in ca are equity matters not subject to California Civil code Procedures 1171 or 592 .There are several legal challengable legal issues with this matter a previous unlawful... View More

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answered on Dec 20, 2024

In California, the right to a jury trial in unlawful detainer cases is protected under Code of Civil Procedure § 1171, which explicitly states that either party may demand a jury trial in these matters. The court's characterization of unlawful detainers as purely equitable matters appears to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Consumer Law for California on
Q: I had unauthorized debits from bank of america during the pandemic that involved my EDD. They owe me 9600 dollars .

They have lied to me also they closed my claim and kept telling me it was being looked out. I have talked to so many supervisors for hours. I have sent them so many documents to prove I was bed ridden and did affadavit had it notorized.. I owe the irs money

for mon ey I never recieved.... View More

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answered on Dec 20, 2024

I'm so sorry to hear about your frustrating situation with Bank of America and the EDD benefits. This type of issue during the pandemic caused immense stress for many people, and dealing with unauthorized debits while being bedridden must have been overwhelming.

Your situation involves...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Constitutional Law for California on
Q: I'm in California, if I was charged with a GTA, had a fta during proceedings, got the gta droped can they pursue the fta
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answered on Dec 19, 2024

Yes, failing to appear (FTA) in court is a separate criminal offense from grand theft auto (GTA) in California. Even if your original GTA charge was dropped, prosecutors can still pursue the FTA charge because it's considered an independent violation of the law.

When you miss a court...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Constitutional Law for California on
Q: In custody in orange county and there was a warrant in riverside county and was in custody 08-26-2021 to 11-03-2021

And was bail out on both cases does she get credit for orange county and riverside county for time spent in custody

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answered on Dec 17, 2024

When you are in custody for multiple cases across different counties in California, you may be eligible for custody credits in both jurisdictions under specific circumstances. This is known as "dual credit" and is governed by California Penal Code Section 2900.5.

In your...
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Q: My sister was in orange county jail and she self surrender and she had another case in riverside county and had a warrat

For not self surrender and she filed a 1381 to riverside and she finish her time in orange and riverside pick her up . They only gave her time when the da got the 1381 form not the date she's been in custody . Don't she entitled for all days spent in custody?

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answered on Dec 16, 2024

Your sister should be entitled to credit for all days spent in custody, including the time before Riverside received the 1381 demand. Under California Penal Code Section 2900.5, defendants must receive credit against their sentence for all days spent in custody, including time served in another... View More

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