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was consentual several times , but she says she doesn't remember one occasion cause she was high n fell sleep
answered on Dec 14, 2021
If anyone ever suggests they will file a police report accusing you of a crime, you remember never to speak to the police if questioned. That is what you must remember of above all else. Many cases which could be fought and won are totally ruined because the accused decided to speak with the... View More 
I'm 17 and gonna be 18 in December. Me and my gf started dating in September. She's currently 17 and gonna be 18 in July. We are in a long distance relationship so no sexual physical activity will be happening. Would it be okay for us to continue our relationship after I turn 18?
answered on Dec 10, 2021
There is no prohibition to continuing in a non-sexual relationship with your girlfriend. However, if you intend to engage in a sexual relationship, that may be an issue. California Penal Code section 261.5 says it is a crime to have sex if one party is over 18, while the other is 17 or under.... View More
And won't let him out of jail and they're not charging him with any other charges and they won't release him and I need help to get him out and home as soon as possible
answered on Nov 10, 2021
If your husband was arrested and charged with a VOP (Violation of Probation), he has undoubtedly been arraigned (denied the VOP) and a Public Defender has been appointed to assist with his defense. That's who you should be contacting or hire private counsel to take over handling his defense... View More
I live in Arizona so I have not been able to get in touch with him . I looked up his information online and found that they are holding him on several charges. I would like to inquire about your services and get a quote on how much it would cost to take on this case.
answered on Oct 23, 2021
much more info is needed.
what you are asking is the same as contacting a doctor and saying my friend's head hurts what would the cost be to fix it!
there are misdemeanors and felonies........there are pleas and trials...........
some people are on probation or... View More
He doesn’t respond to calls or emails. Doesn’t explain anything. Didn’t try at all. Works for prosecutors and always wants to represent me without me there and is making me take a deal I don’t want saying it’s the best deal. I am lost and have heard from lawyers in his office that he is... View More
answered on Oct 11, 2021
much more info is needed.
is this a private lawyer or court appointed?
if Public Defender, you could have asked for a new lawyer.
are you appealing because you pled?
i would always try to appear on behalf of my client to save them the inconvenience of coming to court... View More
answered on Sep 21, 2021
There are laws to protect your invention. You should discuss with an "Intellectual property" attorney. Patent/copyright laws. Is it legal? Well, making an explosive device must be done in compliance with a number of different state and local laws regarding safety and perhaps even the... View More
Employer wants to know specific medical information about employee. Employer and employee have not consented into any release of medical information about employee? Is this a violation under HIPPA and california state law?
answered on Sep 16, 2021
This is listed in WORKERS COMPENSATION so I'll have to presume there is an on-the-job-injury and the worker has placed her physical condition in issue requesting treatment and disability payments; when there is a WCAB Case Number, the subpena service can get those records because the injured... View More
Is the refusal to release the funds to the client by investing or stalling embezzlement?
answered on Sep 15, 2021
Sounds bad. The BAR can answer this for you, given more specifics.
answered on Sep 16, 2021
Obviously, it depends on the circumstances. Did you provide consent? Was the vehicle moved only a short distance?
An officer should not want to drive your vehicle unless it presents a danger to others i.e. to protect others, prevent imminent harm, etc. If your car is parked in an... View More
But with that said, if they did find it in the car, which was absolutely totaled, there was 2 other people in the car and I am the only one to get a warrant.
answered on Jul 26, 2021
the driver of a car is presumed to have constructive possession.....this happens all the time.
make an appointment with a good criminal lawyer in your area.
I am a Ph.D. student who is doing research about counterfeiting and other crimes during the 1920s. I have found some references to the hearings in the newspaper The Recorder but I do not know where to find the full case file. I know some of them were held in San Francisco, I have read the Indexes... View More
answered on Jul 7, 2021
more info needed.
info, at best, would be on microfish...........you can call the clerk of the court and pose that question to him/her.
answered on Jun 30, 2021
ask that of your lawyer who has all the facts.
i suspect if it is mentioned to the judge s/he will recuse themselves.....otherwise your lawyer makes a motion
i am a African American Male 100% disabled. There are more details that I have not mentioned regarding the entire incident and things following.A couple of years ago while driving on the freeway I ran out of gas. I contacted California Highway Patrol to inform them that I had help coming on the... View More
answered on Jun 26, 2021
MORE INFO NECESSARY
YOU DID WHAT YOU SHOULD AND THAT IS TO "BEEF" THE COP BY REPORTING TO HIS SUPERIORS.
Yeah because I have reason to believe that my father's name was changed my mother's name was changed and then they made everything look that way now people are benefiting from everything that's written on the story and then it appears that my father and my mother the identity was... View More
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answered on Jun 20, 2021
Most fraud offenses can be investigated by either local or federal authorities. If you have evidence of a criminal fraud or identity theft, you can begin by reporting that evidence to either your local police department of FBI field office.
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answered on May 21, 2021
possibly, but I doubt it would happen.
if it was consensual sex and some time ago, though not technically legal, I don't think it would warrant jail.
you are still with him and he is supporting the two of you?
Things started with neighbor whom moved out with harassment towards my family and I. A friend living across street from him then continued to do the same to us depriving us of peace in our own home. This is 24/7 and has been ongoing for over a year at least. Things have escalated, they’ve... View More
answered on Apr 22, 2021
In order to file a lawsuit in Federal District Court, there has to be "diversity of citizenship" (meaning you live in 1 state while the defendants live in another). The amount of damages also has to be in excess of $75,000.
From what you've described, you have several... View More
No further details
answered on Apr 6, 2021
You are undoubtedly represented by counsel (Federal Defender) who knows the facts of your case, your prior criminal history, etc., which is the basis of the offer (plus there are Federal Sentencing Guidelines for different types of cases in Federal court). He (or she) is in the best position to... View More
So I was 17 and he was 31 when it started. I thought it was fine but there were red flags, I know I could call this in because I was used but I’m afraid of getting in legal trouble too, I didn’t know his card was stoll on my Amazon prime and ended up using it to make a large purchase (I was... View More
answered on Mar 21, 2021
If you have not been contacted by the police yet, I would try to return the money as soon as possible. If you wait, it could help prove you intended to steal.
If the cops are already involved, talk to a local criminal defense attorney before you do anything else.
Good luck!
First offense , no violent record , charges are “corporal spousal abuse”? and kidnap??! Reason for these charges was because i had taken the keys from my fiancé who was at the time , under the influence trying to leave at 3am in her vehicle I was just worried about her safety , she tried... View More
answered on Mar 13, 2021
I suggest you consult with and hire an experienced, reputable attorney in your area who handles domestic violence cases. By the nature of the injuries described, it may be filed as a felony. You have several potential defenses.
Good luck.
Managers, know about it, but claim cannot evict because Covert 19,ban evictions. Is this true, and what are my renters rights? Thanks, Mary Bailey
answered on Mar 19, 2021
This is a police matter. Report the crimes to the police. BTW- this is an anonymous site unless you post your name, which is not advisable. Your LL could be reading this. Do not post personal information, including your name, address, phone, email address or YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER OR BANK... View More
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