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1 Answer | Asked in Federal Crimes, Identity Theft and Intellectual Property for California on
Q: When a Congressman and Mayor are involved in a stolen ID case, does that make it become a federal case?

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.

James L. Arrasmith
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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... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation and Identity Theft for California on
Q: Is it possible to have attorney for identity theft robbery case number assigned and collection of property?

Robbery filed in San Antonio Texas case number given and robbery case number assigned with Henderson county Nevada. Restraining order on manager Jennifer of macaroni and grill.

James L. Arrasmith
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answered on Mar 19, 2023

Yes, it is possible to hire an attorney to represent you in an identity theft and robbery case and to assist with the collection of any stolen property. An attorney can advise you on your legal rights and options, help you navigate the criminal justice system, and represent you in court... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Identity Theft, Intellectual Property and Internet Law for California on
Q: What type of lawsuit is for 5 programmers hacking into several people through my devices and using my SS#. Breached FBI

Computer geek battle. I have everything for a lawsuit, but can’t find an interested firm. I have evidence to support my claims and friends want out from being hacked.

James L. Arrasmith
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answered on Mar 14, 2023

The type of lawsuit you may be able to bring against the individuals who hacked into your devices and used your SS# would depend on the specific facts and circumstances of your case, as well as the applicable laws in your jurisdiction.

Some possible legal claims you may be able to pursue...
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1 Answer | Asked in Business Law, Civil Litigation, Identity Theft and Child Custody for California on
Q: TMobile has been selling my information without my consent. To developers and marketing people to make money. It has put

It has put me in danger. My personal life. I have stalkers,I've been sexually assaulted. Etc. My identity has been stolen,I've lost my house my cars, my kids temporarily on allegations. I need a lawyer

James L. Arrasmith
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answered on Mar 11, 2023

If you believe that T-Mobile has sold your personal information without your consent and that this has resulted in harm to you, you may have legal options to seek compensation for your damages.

Here are some steps you can take:

Consult with an attorney: It's important to speak...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Identity Theft, Intellectual Property and Internet Law for California on
Q: Blood from a turnip knowing my ex n others are using me for S/W development and selling it to Samsung. Make him stop?

Breached the FBI using my SS#, they don’t care, breached through my devices, court wants money loss! Perl interactive programming

I have their programming printed out.

James L. Arrasmith
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answered on Mar 10, 2023

I'm sorry to hear about the situation you are facing. It sounds like a complex and potentially illegal situation.

If you believe that your ex and others are using you for software development and selling it to Samsung without your consent or compensation, you may want to consider...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and Identity Theft for California on
Q: What field do I find a firm that covers stolen id and interactive programming? Federal law

I have start to finish including programmers, witnesses, etc. I just need an attorney

James L. Arrasmith
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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...
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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Identity Theft and Small Claims for California on
Q: What if I bought a phone with cash and the store employee pulls a debit card out of his pocket and pays with that?

Also on my phone it says auto pay has been set up with the debit card used to buy the phone. I didn't use a debit card though.

Leon Bayer
Leon Bayer
answered on Jan 16, 2023

I suggest you IMMEDIATELY return to the store and see the owner/manager to set this right. There are several explanations for this that come to my mind and none of them are on the up and up.

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law and Identity Theft for California on
Q: My previous employer "mistakenly" exposed my SSN# to a former employer and waited 2 months to inform me... Can I sue?

I'm not sure on how to edit my question... but I meant to say it was exposed to a former employee not employer.

Company meant to send an email internally within the company but inadvertently sent the email to a former employee, who no longer works at the company. Thank you.

Neil Pedersen
Neil Pedersen
answered on Jan 1, 2023

If you suffer loss, perhaps. If you do not suffer loss, no.

Presumably your former employer already knew your SSN because it had to pay you and withhold taxes. Seems like this is a no-harm, no-foul situation.

Good luck to you.

2 Answers | Asked in Identity Theft, Criminal Law and Domestic Violence for California on
Q: how do I, safely, get protection from a girlfriend who fraudulently made her my DPOA and has repeatedly forged my sig

This girlfriend sent the fraudulent DPOA document to my employer and interfered with my employment very badly. The day I learned I had lost my job due to my employer needed more information and repeatedly called the girlfriend who grunted in response and hung up. She has done a lot aof damage and... Read more »

Christopher Walsh
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Christopher Walsh
answered on Jan 3, 2023

If your girlfriend forged your signature and created fraudulent documents that caused you injury, then crimes have been committed (identity theft, forgery). The whole issue will be proof. It will be important to gather any documents or evidence that you have to show what took place. There are a... Read more »

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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Arbitration / Mediation Law and Identity Theft for California on
Q: Is it legal for a company to request a copy of my CA driver's license?

I purchased a $500 prepaid Visa gift card from a grocery store in CA in 2022. An unknown person registered it in his name after I used $387 of the $500. Customer Service for the Bank who issued the Visa gift card refuses to fraud out this Visa card because the thief registered it in his name.... Read more »

Leon Bayer
Leon Bayer
answered on Nov 30, 2022

My experience with prepaid cards is that you have to register the card before it becomes active. Based on the information in your question, it seems to me that you did not purchase the card.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Identity Theft and Small Claims for California on
Q: My ex submitted a loan application and was approved for a $20,000 loan for her business. This was all done using my info

I never approved for her to use my information to get this loan and now I’m getting calls from debt collectors saying I owe $19,000 because she has not been paying the loan and it’s all under my information. This is not my loan and I never approved any of this.

Dale S. Gribow
Dale S. Gribow
answered on Dec 1, 2022

when you say your EX, does that mean you were divorced?

if so what she did, arguably broke the law.

did you report it to law enforcement?

you may want to contact a local lawyer to write a letter and try to explain this to the people coming after you. I think a police report...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Identity Theft, Sexual Harassment and White Collar Crime for California on
Q: can i be convicted if i was basically bullied into it with no choice for fear of my saftey?

my roomates pimp made a scam in which i was told i had to cash these checks, they we or else and then they made threats, they took the $$ affter cashed. i am in court facing time right now. the couple was doing this toher people as well.

Dale S. Gribow
Dale S. Gribow
answered on Nov 20, 2022

i strongly suggest you either retain an attorney or ask the court to appoint the public defender at your first appearance.

a good criminal lawyer will evaluate what evidence they have against you...............

however, If someone tells you to murder your next door neighbor, that...
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1 Answer | Asked in Identity Theft and Criminal Law for California on
Q: I received a letter from local cop stating he received a report of store theft from local supermarket. What do I do?

date was said to be 9/1 at around 7 pm, but I didn't steal anything from said store. also have no idea HOW cop or store got my name or identity. it is a store I've been to, but def did not steal and can't connect dots. need to know what to say to cop when he calls.

Scott Richard Kaufman
Scott Richard Kaufman
answered on Oct 5, 2022

Feels more like crimlaw than consumer law. AND while I do not handle crimlaw matters, I think it is VERY rare for a 'cop' to write a letter. I think if this is a misrep or a scam, you may have a nice counter (type) claim? Good luck with it...

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law and Identity Theft for California on
Q: I got laid off in 2020, my ex employer is still using my information for shipping docs. Is that identity theft?

It's been almost 2 years and my name, signature etc is still used in my previous job, is that legal?

Brad S Kane
Brad S Kane
answered on Jul 18, 2022

First, I would ask your employer in writing to remove your name from their shipping documents.

Second, you may be able to bring a claim for unauthorized use of your name for a commercial purposes under Civil Code 3344, which provides for $750 in statutory damages, actual damages, profits...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Family Law, Civil Rights and Identity Theft for California on
Q: I was with my son at this house and i was woken up by individual told to get up and so i did and i realize they took

Everything i had my information in and as i stood i the living by 6 individuals and was told to give them a cellphone i took which i never did i was told to take all my clothes off to show i didnt have it and i said no and i had no choice or else my son would wake up with no mommy and they said... Read more »

Dale S. Gribow
Dale S. Gribow
answered on May 11, 2022

The DA represents a victim.

A criminal lawyer rep rests those that are alleged to have done something wrong

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Identity Theft and Legal Malpractice for California on
Q: CAN AN ATTORNEY REALLY WORK ON A CASE WITHOUT EVER TALKING TO CLIENT ABOUT THE ALLEGATIONS OR DETAILS OF THE CASES?

I HAVE HAD 3 CONFLICT ATTORNEYS I WAS ARRESTED DEC OF 2021 NEXT COURT DATE IS PRELIM . ONLY CONVERSATION WAS ABOUT A DEAL FROM DA NEVER ABOUT ANY TYPE OF DEFENSE OR DETAILS. 3 FELONY CASES

John Karas
John Karas
answered on Apr 24, 2022

This is how the criminal "justice" system works. You get what you "pay" for.

FYI, Conflict Counsel in Riverside County only get paid a flat fee of $500 (unless the case goes to trial, then it's a measly $1,500). No reasonably competent criminal defense attorney...
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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Identity Theft for California on
Q: If a credit card company denied claim of fraud, what next 1940$
Yelena Gurevich
Yelena Gurevich
answered on Mar 22, 2022

an attorney would need more facts to assist you. contact a consumer protection attorney right away and have documents ready for the attorney to review.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Federal Crimes and Identity Theft for California on
Q: Hello, my mother was the victim of a scam involving phone hacking, credit card theft and gift cards. Seeking legal help.

We want the bank to drop the credit card charges, but they insist there was no fraud. I need help building a case to prove that the funds were stolen/coerced (about $8,000). Should I seek legal counsel from a consumer protection lawyer or is this identity theft? Who could help me with this case?... Read more »

Yelena Gurevich
Yelena Gurevich
answered on Feb 11, 2022

This is both a consumer issue and identity theft. You definitely want to consult with a consumer protection attorney. You also want to make sure you file an identity theft report with the FTC (https://www.ftc.gov/faq/consumer-protection/report-identity-theft). You also want to send written, by... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Identity Theft, Traffic Tickets and Internet Law for California on
Q: What laws exist in California around taking and attending an online traffic school course in someone else’s place?

With consent and necessary information provided, can someone legally attend/complete an online traffic school course for the consenting individual?

Maurice Mandel II
Maurice Mandel II
answered on Feb 24, 2022

Yes, falsely representing yourself as another individual to attend traffic school for them is a CRIME. Do not do it or have it done for you. The penalty will be much worse than the ticket, you could go to jail.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Identity Theft for California on
Q: What type of lawsuit would I have if someone never returned $24,000?

A person I was with in Las Vegas put something in my drink and “borrowed” a large sum of money. He’s since admitted he owes it to me but is not paying.

Dale S. Gribow
Dale S. Gribow
answered on Nov 19, 2021

you probably need a civil litigator.

however, the amount is to small for most lawyers to take this on a contingency.

it sounds like an hourly case and would not be worthwhile for you to do this.

if you can't collect, sue for $10k in small claims and waive the...
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