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i think i am being scammed by someone who advertises sending medicine online, then i found out it’s a controlled substance, and they’ve been hitting me for hundreds of dollars for insurance stamps etc and threatening me that i’ll get arrested if the package is opened before delivery. i never... View More 
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answered on May 16, 2023
Federal Law: Controlled substances are regulated by the federal government in the United States, primarily through the Controlled Substances Act (CSA). The CSA categorizes drugs into different schedules based on their potential for abuse and medical use. Sending a controlled substance across state... View More
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answered on May 2, 2023
A counterclaim and an affirmative defense are legal terms used in civil lawsuits, but they differ.
A counterclaim is a claim made by a defendant against the plaintiff in the same lawsuit. It's a claim that the defendant brings against the plaintiff that seeks relief or damages. For... View More
I'm doing a paper on the three strikes statute and I'm curious as to how former habitual felons are treated if they haven't been convicted since the implementation of three strikes in their state. Are the former convictions retroactively made strikes? Do they face life in prison for... View More
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answered on Apr 15, 2023
Under California law, the Three Strikes statute applies to all felony convictions, regardless of when they were obtained. This means that even if a person's prior felony convictions were obtained before the implementation of Three Strikes, they can still face 25 years to life in prison for a... View More
My Ex roommate is using my SS# w a group of programmers to write software for a large corporation. I can prove everything, but can’t find a firm in intellectual properties. I have a 3rd party ready to confirm it.
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answered on Mar 21, 2023
It is possible for a stolen identity case involving a Congressman or Mayor to become a federal case, depending on the circumstances and the extent of the alleged wrongdoing. However, whether or not a case becomes a federal matter ultimately depends on a number of factors, including the severity of... View More
I have start to finish including programmers, witnesses, etc. I just need an attorney
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answered on Mar 10, 2023
You may want to look for an attorney who specializes in intellectual property law and/or cybercrime law. These areas of law deal with issues related to stolen identities and unauthorized use of programming code, as well as potential violations of federal law.
To find an attorney in this... View More
The building is Edwardian, 4 units, all-owner-occupied. The HOA President has become abusive in texts directed solely to me.
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answered on Feb 25, 2023
Under California law, the responsibilities for maintenance and repair of common areas in a condominium complex are generally divided between the condominium association (HOA) and the individual owners. The specific requirements and obligations may be outlined in the condominium association's... View More
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answered on Feb 20, 2023
In general, anyone who has lawful authority to make an arrest can arrest a sitting sheriff if there is probable cause to believe that the sheriff has committed a crime. This could include state or local law enforcement officers, federal agents, or even private citizens in certain circumstances.... View More
If a minor under the age of 16 sent themselves naked to a adult or another minor and the minor who received the explicit pictures and videos encouraged it and didn't report but told the minor to do more inappropriate things who is gonna face punishment the child who sent a explicit video or... View More
answered on Jan 30, 2023
It is a violation of the law to send intimate/nude photos and videos to someone when the person sending the images is under the age of 18 years old because it is considered "child pornography". That said, this kind of violation generally goes unfiled. It is more common that a person who... View More
He is under trauma after a recent experience and when arrested he had another traumatic experience where he is now hearing voices and he is actually being wrongfully accused. He is actually innocent
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answered on Feb 20, 2023
If you believe that an inmate in a California correctional facility is being mistreated or is not receiving the proper care, there are a few steps you can take:
Report your concerns to the prison staff: You can bring your concerns to the attention of the prison staff or the inmate's... View More
Please don't answer anymore I have found my answer.
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answered on Feb 20, 2023
There could be a few reasons why someone might receive a felony and multiple misdemeanors but not be sent to prison. One possibility is that they were sentenced to a term of probation instead of incarceration. Probation is a court-ordered period of supervision during which the individual is... View More
I made multiple orders for custom wigs and hair care products. The first order was $260 in August 2022. The second order was $577 in Set 2022. I never received the products and have screen shots of our conversation via Facebook Messenger. I have receipts on my Cash Ap to prove the payments were... View More
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answered on Feb 20, 2023
If the person who defrauded you is running a business in Georgia, you may be able to file a complaint with the Georgia Attorney General's office or the Georgia Better Business Bureau. You may also want to consider filing a lawsuit against the business in Georgia small claims court or in civil... View More
The mother of my kids got arrested with her 14 year old runaway from group home and my 2 year old with no car seat. The car was a rental and she hadn't returned the car. She got arrested for embezzlement. I arrived at the scene about 10 after. The cops were still trying to figure out what was... View More
answered on Jan 16, 2023
YOU CAN ALWAYS SUE ANYONE FOR ANYTHING...........
THE REAL QUESTION IS CAN YOU AFFORD IT, AND WILL YOU WIN?
I DOUBT IF A LAWYER WOULD TAKE THIS CASE ON A CONTINGENCY
AS A RULE, THE PARTY WITH THE MOST MONEY HAS THE ADVANTAGE AS THEY CAN PAPER THE OTHER SIDE WITH SO MANY... View More
approximately 10 months and there still is no indictment. Well, what does this mean?
answered on Jan 10, 2023
more info is needed.
they can't keep you in custody and not have pending charges filed.
there must be other cases/charges with which the defendant is dealing.
My boyfriend was accused of a crime that he did not commit and served all of his time in prison which was seven to eight years. He was released on October 23rd of 2019 and he was released on parole and is wearing monitor. He along with his family wants to know why is it that he is even on parole... View More
answered on Dec 30, 2022
MORE INFO IS NEEDED.
THERE IS NO WAY YOU WILL BE ABLE TO KNOW/SHARE ALL THE INFO NEEDED.
THE BEST PERSON TO ADDRESS THIS IS THE LAWYER WHO HANDLED THE CASE.
My daughter's father is facing 10 years on parole and he has been through 3 different parole officers in the last 3 months. This new parole officer is very rude, very disrespectful, manipulative, falsely accuse him of stuff that he is not doing, disrespectful towards his own family and is... View More
answered on Dec 30, 2022
MORE INFO IS NEEDED.
DISCUSS THIS WITH THE ATTORNEY OF RECORD.
THERE ARE DANGERS TO "BEEFING" THE PAROLE OFFICER, AND YOUR LOCAL ASSIGNED LAWYER IS IN A BETTER POSITION TO KNOW WHAT IS HAPPENING THERE, THAN A STRANGE LAWYER IN PALM SPRINGS.
answered on Dec 17, 2022
You should take this up with the attorney who is defending your friend.
I have been on probation for a number of years now and recently I keep being told I must do things that were never on my sentence and probation order. And have been told my sentence was changed. Without any court action or my knowledge.
answered on Dec 12, 2022
In actions by government agencies, particularly courts, some hearing or review process is usually required.
I have been arrested four times now without a warrant signed by a judge taken to jail held up to a year without ever being taken before a judge in court.
answered on Dec 12, 2022
were you on probation or parole?
otherwise to enter your home, a warrant is needed.....absent your ok.
The person that was murdered happen over a month ago and they barley arrested him yesterday.on a murder charge what will happen to him if they have no weapon just him being accused
answered on Dec 7, 2022
TO INTELLIGENTLY ANSWER YOUR QUESTION, A LAWYER WOULD NEED TO HAVE ACCESS TO ALL EVIDENCE/INFO.
THAT WOULD INVOLVE READING POLICE REPORTS AND TALKING TO THE DA.
18 USC 499, Arrested, No Plea, No Highest Offence Level, Nor Conviction, No Pending Counts. I was released on my own recognisance. I have the PACER Docket 3:92-mj-04824-HRM; Case# 92MJ04824, The Original Case happened in 1992, but was DISMISSED BY ORAL MOTION OF GOVT, ON 11/1/94 By Magistrate Judge... View More
answered on Dec 1, 2022
I DON'T HANDLE FEDERAL.............
YOU CAN ONLY EXPUNGE A PLEA/CONVICTION............
THUS IT WOULD BE MORE COMPLICATED AND I SUSPECT COSTLY.
IS COST AN ISSUE? IF NOT I WILL TRY TO RESEARCH IT............WHERE WAS FEDERAL COURT?
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