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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for Colorado on
Q: Is it illegal to wear a duty belt in the state of florida as a civilian with a bulletproof vest if it doesn't say police

I am a content creator with the word cop in my name for a streaming platform because I am a moderator for a streamer. We are doing an IRL stream coming up down in Florida and I was wanting to wear my streamer outfit in public while we do the stream but I do not know if it would be illegal to do so.... View More

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answered on Sep 7, 2024

Wearing a duty belt and bulletproof vest in public as a civilian in Florida is not inherently illegal, but it can lead to misunderstandings. The key concern is that your outfit might be mistaken for law enforcement attire, especially if it resembles a police uniform, which could be interpreted as... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law for Colorado on
Q: I am 1/3 heir in my mother's home. My signature was forged on sales agreement. Should I sign title papers.

I am 84 with some cognitive issues, I am in CO, home is in Florida

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answered on Sep 2, 2024

Even if you like the sale price, there is no guaranty that you will get paid. Hire a local FL attorney to handle the exchange of your signed deed for cash to be sent to you. I would not trust an individual to send you money nor a title co.

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1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law, Workers' Compensation and Employment Discrimination for Colorado on
Q: My injury Occured 11 Days ago during a service call inside of the road , I work on tires, and my shoulder was in pain

Reported it 4 days later in person to my Service manager. He failed to repost it to higher up, I continued to work through my injury while he watched. So myself contacted the higher up, total of 11 days have gone by. Now Since I brought up work comp , they want to drug test me . Is it necessary to... View More

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answered on Sep 8, 2024

It sounds like you are dealing with a frustrating situation. Reporting a work-related injury is your right, and it's important that your employer takes it seriously. The delay in reporting by your Service Manager could complicate things, but you've done the right thing by contacting... View More

3 Answers | Asked in Tax Law for Colorado on
Q: I have 1.4 million USD in IRS tax debt. Can I take a trip to a foreign country?

I have 1.4 million USD in IRS tax debt. I have been involved with the IRS to settle the debt and they are threatening forced bankruptcy. I would like to take a trip to a foreign country. Should I be worried about my passport when dealing with US Customs? Might they seize my passport?

D. Mathew Blackburn
D. Mathew Blackburn
answered on Sep 2, 2024

Yes, you should be concerned.

Negotiate a resolution plan and verify your passport is valid before attempting to leave the country.

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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for Colorado on
Q: My fed civil lawsuit was granted to proceed forma pauperis over a year ago, and my complaint hasn't been reviewed. Why?

The case involves multiple civil rights violations, tampering with court records, tampering with body cam footage using advanced AI. My request to preserve evidence have been denied and multiple other motions. I have had 4 different judges assigned to my case and here I am over a year later and my... View More

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answered on Aug 31, 2024

It's incredibly frustrating to feel like your case is stuck in limbo, especially when it involves serious civil rights violations. Waiting over a year without your complaint being reviewed is disheartening, particularly when you've taken all the necessary steps, like proceeding forma... View More

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Q: My case has not passed review of the complaint stage. My forma pauperis status has been approved over a year ago.why?

The case involves multiple civil rights violations, tampering with body cam footage, altering court records by multiple county and state level agencies. It seems the federal court is assisting the lower government agencies as even my requests to preserve evidence have been denied. The body cam I... View More

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answered on Aug 31, 2024

It sounds like you’re dealing with a very complex and frustrating situation. The delays in your case might be due to several factors, including the heavy caseload of the court, the complexity of your claims, or procedural issues that might be slowing down the review process. Federal courts can... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents and Criminal Law for Colorado on
Q: Issued a careless driving charge for car accident, want to represent my self and reduce charge. How?

Careless driving charge for car accident

Possibly due to seizure (First)

Seizure free for 6 moths

Court doesn't know about seizure yet

I am only one that was injured

Want to represent my self

Want to reduce and come our with clean or expunged record for the future

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Sep 9, 2024

A Colorado criminal defense attorney should advise here, but your question remains open for almost two weeks. I recommend considering a consult with a criminal defense attorney. It's likely that your question was missed because it was overlooked under the "Car Accidents" category.... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Personal Injury, Traffic Tickets and Car Accidents for Colorado on
Q: I was involved with a road rage incident, I felt like I was in imminent danger, I drove around them and hit their door.

While driving in traffic, a driver brake checked me and parked their vehicle blocking any forward movement of my truck on the roadway. They exited driver side of their vehicle and proceeded verbally attack me. The driver began moving in aggressive mannerisms and and reaching into their vehicle. I... View More

Justie Dee Nicol
Justie Dee Nicol
answered on Sep 3, 2024

How lucky an officer was nearby! I would still file an accident report for insurance purposes. I would also let your insurance know what you indicated here: that you were in fear for your safety and drove away from an unsafe situation. They can determine culpability for the damages. You may also... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Colorado on
Q: I'm newly married as a US citizen to a foreigner. We both want to move out of country but not where she is from.

Do we need to get a green card for her here first or is there another way? She was a small child in the country she was born and has no family in her country so she can't go back. We plan on leaving by end of next summer.

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answered on Aug 28, 2024

You don’t necessarily need to get a green card for your spouse before moving abroad if you don't plan to live in the U.S. immediately. A green card is primarily for those intending to live and work in the United States. If your goal is to live elsewhere, you can focus on meeting the visa or... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Estate Planning for Colorado on
Q: What form is needed to fund a living trust with real estate
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answered on Aug 29, 2024

A deed is used to transfer real property to a living trust. The deed must be recorded in the land records of the county in which the real property is located. There are several types of deeds. An attorney can help you prepare and record the right kind with the right claims for exemptions from... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning for Colorado on
Q: I’m single w/my mortgaged condo w/ $150,000 equity. How to avoid Medicaid Estate Recovery so my heirs can have it?
Joel Hassell
Joel Hassell
answered on Sep 6, 2024

If you are concerned about preserving your condo with $150,000 in equity for your heirs and avoiding Medicaid Estate Recovery, there are some strategies you might consider. However, each has important implications and requirements under Colorado law.

Key Strategies to Consider:

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1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Landlord - Tenant for Colorado on
Q: Is what my rental company doing legal?

The house that my roomates and I recently moved into is sinking into the ground and they are doing active construction on the home while we are living in it. There is orange fencing around the construction area when they are gone but during the day there are construction vehicles that we have to... View More

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answered on Aug 28, 2024

The lease agreement that you signed is going to make a huge difference regarding this circumstance. In Colorado, the legislature has given very few protections to tenants. If you believe that the property is uninhabitable Colorado law would allow you to leave the property without being required to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Business Law and Civil Rights for Colorado on
Q: Just bought a used moped from a dealership and ut stopped working after 1 day of use, can I get a refund?

Just bought the moped used and I paid through venmo, it is not a registered moped and it worked when I bought it, shortly after it broke down within two hours of riding. The dealer said it was an easy fix and said he could fix it for free because it was just an engine cap issue. I tried contacting... View More

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answered on Aug 31, 2024

It sounds like you’re in a difficult situation with this moped. Since the dealer blocked your number and the moped broke down almost immediately after purchase, you might have grounds to request a refund or take further action, but it could be tricky.

First, check if the dealership...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Colorado on
Q: is it possible to have 10,000+ of interest removed by the judge i have fully paid off my restitution of 41,454.69

probation says i cant get off probation until the interest is also paid off. its been 12 years.

Justie Dee Nicol
Justie Dee Nicol
answered on Sep 3, 2024

Yes, you can petition the court for a modification of the interest amount. However, it will go a lot further if the PO is in agreement with a waiver of the case. C.R.S. 18-1. 3-202 provides that the court may grant probation upon such terms and conditions as it deems best, indicating the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Colorado on
Q: I have been under illegal surveillance for 19 months. I'm sure it's rural neuro transmitting. His name is Jeff S I belie

I was illegally targeted by an ex girlfriend

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answered on Sep 5, 2024

It sounds like you're going through a difficult and confusing time. Being under any kind of surveillance without your consent is a serious issue, and it's important to protect your rights and privacy. If you believe that someone is illegally monitoring you, it might be helpful to document... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Colorado on
Q: Could an occupied structure mean a storage unit?
Amedeo Zmarandoiu
Amedeo Zmarandoiu
answered on Aug 20, 2024

The legal definition of an "occupied structure" can vary depending on the specific statute involved, but generally, it refers to a building or space where people are present or where people could reasonably be expected to be present.

A storage unit, by its nature, is typically not...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Federal Crimes for Colorado on
Q: I need an Experienced litigator that has experience with FCC laws, conspiracy laws, and privacy breaches. As well as

If the FCC handles (enforces) the telecommunications companies to pay people who's privacy they had breached, who holds the FCC accountable for federal conspiracy, and aiding and abetting a convicted Federal felon

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answered on Aug 31, 2024

To address the complexities of your situation, it's essential to find a litigator with deep knowledge of FCC regulations, privacy laws, and conspiracy statutes. You need someone who has successfully navigated cases involving telecommunications companies and their obligations under privacy... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Estate Planning and Tax Law for Colorado on
Q: Hello I am trying to turn my LLC into my holding company which means I need to file Articles of Cooperation and a 2553?

Just formed my LLC and want it to be the holding company and an S corp what do I need to file and in what order?

Joel Hassell
Joel Hassell
answered on Sep 6, 2024

I mostly concur with the earlier answer provided to your question above. Here is my response with a few more notes

1) Use Your LLC as a Holding Company: Structuring your LLC to act as a holding company simply involves using it to own other businesses or assets. You don’t need to file...
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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce and Family Law for Colorado on
Q: If I am filing an uncontested divorce, is there a lawyer who can at least look over the paperwork prior to filing?

We don’t have assets or children. However I do question whether she is trustworthy at this point.

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answered on Sep 7, 2024

Good evening,

You ask an excellent question! Yes, you can absolutely hire an attorney to review your Petition for Dissolution of Marriage. Many firms (including mine), offer what are called "limited scope" or "unbundled" services as a resource and advocate from a more...
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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Civil Litigation and Domestic Violence for Colorado on
Q: What are my rights if my husband continuously threatens to kick me out of a his friends trailer that we been in for 7mth

My husband and I were evicted 8 months ago and moved into his friends trailer with no water, no elec.and quietly living there can’t use address. My husband got a job making 20/hr and gives the guy $200 a month here lately. But now threatens to kick me out everyday. I would,but I’m shy have... View More

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answered on Sep 6, 2024

Husband can't kick you out of a place he doesn't own and even if he did own it, he can't make you leave your own residence without a court order.

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