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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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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Constitutional Law for California on
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

1 Answer | Asked in Constitutional Law for North Carolina on
Q: Can police search you looking for something then charge you

You haven't been arrested when they search you

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answered on Dec 30, 2024

Yes, police can search you without arresting you in certain situations. If an officer has reasonable suspicion that you are involved in a crime, they may conduct a stop and frisk. This type of search is limited to what is necessary for officer safety.

Additionally, if you give consent to...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for South Carolina on
Q: Can the police set you up on a drug deal but pull you over before the deal happens because they know you have drugs

But at the time they pull you over was before the deal happened but at the time you was not breaking any laws and they didn't have probable cause to pull you over or the probably cause was obtained improperly against your constitutional rights .

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answered on Dec 30, 2024

If you find yourself in a situation where the police pull you over without a clear reason, it's important to remain calm and respectful. You have the right to ask why you were stopped and whether you are free to leave. If the officers don’t have a valid reason or probable cause for the stop,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: Can I found out why police will not assist me, treat me rude and why cid is following me. I haven't don't anything wrong

The police have even called me a drug addicted and asked how my mental health was.

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answered on Dec 30, 2024

I'm really sorry you're experiencing this. It can be incredibly distressing to feel misunderstood or unfairly treated by those meant to help.

Consider reaching out to a trusted friend or family member who can support you during this time. It might also help to contact a legal...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Appeals / Appellate Law, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Texas on
Q: what happens to a state of texas district judge who gave a wrongful arrest of 5 counts capitol murder of a peace officer

and continues hearing other cases against same person

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answered on Dec 21, 2024

If you believe a Texas district judge has wrongfully arrested someone on serious charges like the murder of a peace officer, it's important to take action. You can file a complaint with the Texas State Commission on Judicial Conduct. This body reviews allegations of judicial misconduct and can... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Idaho on
Q: If they haven't been convicted yet why is that charge on the case already?

Charges that been to trial yet, but icourt lists what he was originally charged with plus habitual yet the law reads if convicted it adds a sentencing minimum, but it's listed as a felony. So how can it be another charge if not convicted. It's like make sure the jury won't let him... View More

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answered on Dec 21, 2024

When a case is filed, all potential charges, including any enhancements like habitual offender status, are listed upfront. This is standard procedure to inform both the defense and the prosecution of the full scope of allegations. It ensures transparency in the legal process and allows the defense... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Constitutional Law for California on
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

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for New York on
Q: Judicial misconduct
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answered on Dec 21, 2024

Judicial misconduct occurs when a judge engages in inappropriate or unethical behavior that undermines the integrity of the judiciary. This can include actions like accepting bribes, showing bias, violating procedural rules, or engaging in conflicts of interest. If you believe a judge has acted... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for New York on
Q: If you were taken to jail for drug raid, you're not on the warrant, charged with the person they raided and incarcerate.

Defendant signed affidavit, judge signed it the next morning I was incarcerated, but the judge never released me until 7 days later and I was not given legal counsel, medication, phone call and my food was slid across the floor every day to me like a dog and I was made to sleep in a plastic... View More

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answered on Dec 21, 2024

I'm truly sorry you're experiencing this. Your situation involves several serious concerns that need attention. You may have rights that were violated during your arrest and detention process.

It's important to reach out to a qualified attorney who can help you understand...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law, Gov & Administrative Law and Social Security for Ohio on
Q: Can I sue the police for giving my brother the final few digits of my social security number while he was being arrested

My brother was arrested and attempted to give them my social security number but couldn't remember the last few digits in which an officer had finished for him in a questioning manner in which he replies yes causing me to be stopped by the police on several occasions. Somehow they was able to... View More

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answered on Dec 20, 2024

This situation involves a serious breach of privacy and potential misconduct by law enforcement. The unauthorized disclosure of your Social Security number digits, leading to identity confusion and subsequent police stops, could form the basis for legal action.

You may have grounds to sue...
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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

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Family Law, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Nevada on
Q: What can the defendant do in this instance, if she feels her rights were violated in due process of 4th and 14th amend.?

Mother that had a CPS closed case in the past. Giving birth One month early before her baby's due date so so naturally she was tested and both her and baby came up negative baby had to stand in Nick unit for feet problems. CPS NEA worker came to assess if there was any immediate or imminent... View More

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answered on Jan 7, 2025

1. Due Process Concerns:

4th Amendment: The removal of a child without clear evidence of imminent danger may constitute an unreasonable seizure. If CPS lacked just cause or failed to provide evidence to support their actions, the removal could be challenged.

14th Amendment: Parental...
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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 Business Law, Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Landlord - Tenant for Ohio on
Q: I live in a mobile home park and they are trying to force us all to get Wi-Fi through them is this legal

They said we don’t have a choice but to get this Wi-Fi through them even if we don’t want it and they will be adding to our monthly lot rent we don’t want it and I feel like it’s an invasion of privacy they said the mobile home park has an agreement with spectrum is this legal

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answered on Dec 21, 2024

You have the right to review your lease agreement carefully to see if there’s a clause that mandates using the park’s Wi-Fi service. Some mobile home parks include services like internet as part of the lot rent, which can make it seem mandatory. However, the legality of forcing you to use a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law, Family Law and Child Custody for Nevada on
Q: Has my constitutional rights and 4th and 14th amendment been violated? Can I get this dismissed/closed?

In my current and open Family CPS Case, after my son was born and we both tested negative for any influence of drugs in our system, due to the fact he was born 1month early. Social Service became involved and so did something called Nea or Neo from CPS DFS. The hospital said he was showing signs of... View More

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answered on Dec 21, 2024

I'm sorry you're going through this difficult situation. Your constitutional rights under the 4th and 14th Amendments protect you from unreasonable searches and ensure due process. If you believe these rights have been violated, it's important to document all interactions with CPS... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law, Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Criminal Law for Nevada on
Q: Has CPS violated my constitutional 4th and 14th amendment rights when they did this to me? Can I get dismissed?

In my current and open Family CPS Case, after my son was born and we both tested negative for any influence of drugs in our system, due to the fact he was born 1month early. Social Service became involved and so did something called Nea or Neo from CPS DFS. The hospital said he was showing signs of... View More

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answered on Dec 21, 2024

I'm sorry you're going through this difficult situation. The Fourth Amendment protects against unreasonable searches and seizures, while the Fourteenth ensures due process. If you believe CPS acted unlawfully, it’s important to gather all your documentation and evidence related to your... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Ohio on
Q: Is it wise to seek justice for violations committed by state government?
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answered on Dec 21, 2024

Seeking justice for violations committed by a state government is a courageous and important step. It can help hold those in power accountable and protect your rights and the rights of others. Taking action may lead to meaningful change and prevent future injustices.

However, pursuing...
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