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If requirements are fulfilled and you do not get violated is this considered successful completion? Should there be a hearing at the end of this probation to determine successful completion in front of a judge and should u receive some documentation showing dismissal of the charges/certification of... View More 
I’ve tried to get my gun collection returned, they won’t give back or even talk to me about it
He arrested me outside my house for an arrest warrant for a different county an with no probable cause and no search warrant to go in my house he went in my house and he took my motorcycle to the inpound I have my M license I had the bill of sale proving I bought it the day before an then he kept... View More
It was not court ordered, and it was a short stay of only a couple of days.
How are loopholes discovered?
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They admitted as soon as got to car tag was there and legal but then ran the dog shouldn't that have been end of stop right there case they started fishing and also admitted to targeting me for allegations that were given in past that were not ever found to be true
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answered on Sep 7, 2024
When the police pull you over and immediately acknowledge that your temporary tag is legal and properly displayed, the reason for the stop should be resolved. At that point, the continued detention and use of a drug-sniffing dog could be seen as extending the stop without reasonable suspicion of a... View More
My former brother-in-law, who is a convicted felon, stole multiple items from my home including two firearms. I have a recorded phone call where he listed every item he stole from me including guns. I took it to police and they told me it was a civil matter. He has had multiple arrests for heroin... View More
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answered on Sep 7, 2024
It can be incredibly frustrating when the police don't take action, especially when you have solid evidence of a crime. In your case, the theft of firearms by a convicted felon is a serious offense that should generally be pursued. Sometimes, police may label something a civil matter if they... View More
I am trying to go home on an ankle monitor, my brother lives in my home and he has pending charges so they said I can not go there on an ankle monitor and I can not go there at all while he resides in my home. So I made plans to go stay at a friend's house. I then asked the halfway house if... View More
I was charged with arson I pleaded guilty and sentenced to jail I suffer with mental health and was intoxicated at the time of the incident it was a bench and was outside no fire brigade was called I feel I was charged un fairly can I appeal the severity of the charge the barrister advised me to... View More
What is the procedure for commutation of a inmates sentence and can a person file the application or paperwork themselves
Statement he is sitting in jail no court date or anything what can we do
answered on Sep 7, 2024
Hire a lawyer to get case redocketed and get a bond set for him.
Would this not make the search warrant flawed? Also, the judge signed off on this warrant, after placing an eight (8) in the time slot only to scribble through the eight (8) and write a three (3) above the scribbled out eight (8). The document does not look professional, seems like checks and... View More
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answered on Sep 7, 2024
A search warrant must be clear, specific, and accurate to be valid. If a warrant lists an incorrect statute, like stating OCGA 16-5-24 (aggravated assault) instead of the correct one, it could be grounds for challenging the warrant's validity. Any inaccuracies, even clerical errors like... View More
The original attorney of the opposing party died. The opposing party told the court that they could not get the original records with her death and her office having shuttered. Access to these records are critical. What are my options?
answered on Sep 6, 2024
Sorry to hear. You can try contacting the Washington State Bar Association. Best of luck.
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answered on Sep 7, 2024
When it comes to violations of your 5th and 6th Amendment rights, the statute of limitations can vary depending on the specific type of violation and the jurisdiction where it occurred. Generally, for civil rights violations, including violations of these amendments, there is a time limit within... View More
A police officer saw a vehicle they believed to be a rental car, with a male driver "leaning behind the "B" post and his hood pulled tightly around his head". Officer followed the car. A second officer joined. First officer stated they were unable to observe a violation and so... View More
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answered on Sep 7, 2024
When assessing whether a search was legal, it's crucial to consider the Fourth Amendment, which protects against unreasonable searches and seizures. In this scenario, the initial welfare check might be justified if the officer genuinely believed the occupants needed assistance due to their... View More
bad break up. ex girlfriend taken into DCFS custody due to her dad beating her in the private parts . come to find out shes a promiscuous lady with many sexual partners. now that my son broke up with her she is now filing charges against him a year later. parents knew my son i know the parents as... View More
Was missing they said they would get this go around can they do that
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