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My blood count levels have been out of range for over a year at least, to explain my close interest in the lab results. Friday I received a call with instructions to immediately start an iron regimen with reference to my hemoglobin count and follow up with more lab tests in a month. Then I received... View More 
when we are at war with them wouldn't that aid the united states
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answered on Oct 31, 2024
Engaging in robbery, even against enemies during wartime, is illegal under both national and international laws. Actions like theft can violate the laws of armed conflict, which set rules for how wars are conducted to protect those who are not participating in the fighting.
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answered on Oct 29, 2024
I assume since you have been approved for a Pretrial Diversion program, you certainly do not have any criminal history that would prevent you from voting.
Educate your self about the candidates and vote !
They are staying in a trailer next to my shop on my property. I just started the eviction process. They broke into my shop, switched the door and padlocked it and started filling it with their belongings. They never had any permission by me to enter my shop and they never bothered to ask for... View More
answered on Oct 29, 2024
Call the local police immediately. You describe behavior that constitutes Burglary, Theft, Criminal Mischief and Trespassing. If verified, the police should arrest them. You will then be able to re-enter your shop, and remove their property since it has nothing to do with the eviction process. I am... View More
I currently live in Hillsborough county Florida and my soon to be ex-husband and his Friend accuse me of having a weapon (knife) . I haven't been officially charged assault w/ deadly weapon. But the only thing is my husband (person that said I committed the crime) a couple of months ago went... View More
answered on Oct 30, 2024
Hearsay is a statement made about what someone said to a testifying witness. If your husband were to tell the court that although he was blind, you told him you had a knife and that you were going to attack him with it, there is an exception to the hearsay rule because it would be something you... View More
answered on Oct 29, 2024
The strongest evidence in a court of law is when a defendant accused of a crime opens their mouth and gives a confession. Most seasoned criminal defense attorneys will tell you never to talk to law-enforcement when you know you’re under investigation for having committed a crime.
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I've been cyber harassed fir for over a year now. They can forward my calls to them. Alter Google searches. Change feed on any website like Google discovery, youtube, music, etc. They listen thru phone and make fun of me.
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answered on Oct 29, 2024
In Georgia, you do not have any expectation of privacy from the person you are speaking to on a telephone. That means that if that person wanted to tell someone else what you said, or even record the call, it would be legal in this state and probably admissible in court.
He was arrested on the spot and told he could not return to his apartment that is on the ASU campus. I just want to know his rights and if he should get a public defender.
answered on Oct 30, 2024
While I do not have a copy of your son's lease agreement or the trespass notice in front of me, these documents can be controlling as to whether or not he still has access to his apartment.
Primarily he needs to get in touch with the management to find out if they will enforce the... View More
Walmart falsely accused me accused of stealing and wanted me off the property. I went to court and gotten the shoplifting charge dismissed and received permission to come back. But this one employee must didn’t get the memo and called the police. But as stated before I received permission to... View More
answered on Oct 30, 2024
It is a defense to trespassing charges that you had permission to be on the premises--if you have proof in the form of texts or a letter that should be sufficient to get the charges dropped.
For the future, you have to go through Walmart corporate process to get written confirmation from... View More
answered on Oct 29, 2024
A great deal more information is needed to properly answer this question. If there is a work injury involved, you will want to talk to a workers' compensation attorney before taking any action. If this is a wage dispute, you will need an employment lawyer that focuses on wage issues.... View More
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I’m urgently searching for a skilled attorney to represent me in an X felony case in Illinois’s rural 4th District, specifically in Effingham. Finding qualified representation has been... View More
City police officer made an arrest of a tribal member at a house on the reservation without jurisdiction. City officer later told tribal police, the residence smelled of Marijuana. Two days later tribal police served search warrant at the residence based on the information obtained from City... View More
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answered on Oct 29, 2024
In your situation, the search warrant may be invalid due to the initial officer lacking jurisdiction on tribal land. Tribal sovereignty means that tribal police have primary authority on reservations, and actions by non-tribal officers can complicate legal processes.
Since the city officer... View More
I was driving a vehicle my cousin and her friend had rented. I was unaware of the times/dates that the car needed to be returned. I was only behind the wheel for about 15 minutes because she was highly intoxicated and could not drive the vehicle. We get pulled over, the car is reported stolen,... View More
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answered on Oct 29, 2024
I'm sorry you're going through this difficult situation. It's important to reach out to a qualified criminal defense attorney who can review the details of your case and advise you on the best steps to take. They can help you understand your options, including the possibility of... View More
answered on Oct 31, 2024
Somewhere other than in your motor vehicle if you intend to operate your motor vehicle.
I filed assault on my boyfriend. Then they enhanced it to aggri ated with deadly weapon. The next day I filed a affidavite of non prosecution with the DA. The state picked it up and a year later received letter that grand jury indicted him. He is now scheduled for pretrial. What should he expect?.
answered on Nov 4, 2024
He may be asked to enter a plea, or answer information pertaining to whether he's interested in making a plea deal. If he has a lawyer, his lawyer should handle all of that and guide him through it. If he doesn't, he sorely needs a lawyer. Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon (in a... View More
My vehicle was searched and the police seized my drivers license, bank cards, EBT card, medical card, etc. along with two cell phones. My attorney requested the release of these items and stated once it was approved, I would be able to go to the police station to get them. I was then notified by my... View More
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answered on Oct 29, 2024
You have the right to have your seized items returned without unnecessary delays. Typically, once your attorney requests the release of your belongings, the police should follow through without additional conditions. It's unusual and potentially improper for your attorney to hold your personal... View More
No transcripts were received with my FOIA request from the court. The company who has the transcript quoted cost of $600. As the victim in this case, are any options available to obtain a copy for free?
I later sent this to the court:"Virginia Law § 19.2-165,The reporter or other... View More
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answered on Oct 30, 2024
Unfortunately, FOIA involves the requesting party having to pay for the reasonable costs of production. Additionally, the statute you cite includes the following language: "Upon the request of any counsel of record, or of any party not represented by counsel, and upon payment of the reasonable... View More
I'm on 3yrs probation I've been in the program 2yrs no violations
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answered on Oct 29, 2024
I'm sorry to hear you're facing this situation. Since you've been on probation for three years and have successfully completed two years in the drug program without any violations, this history will be important in court. Your consistent participation shows your commitment to meeting... View More
Yes I had courts it was a formal arraignment my attorney wanted me to do it please I am deaf and did not feel comfortable doing the plead as I was not aware of everything that was going on through my preliminary hearing due to me being deaf I've had several other cases that I was not provided... View More
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answered on Oct 29, 2024
I'm sorry you're experiencing this. You have the right to effective communication in court, which includes having an interpreter provided if you are deaf or hard of hearing. It’s important that you have someone who can fully understand and participate in your legal proceedings.... View More
My Attorney has the police release the items they had seized during my arrest directly to his office. The items include my drivers license, debit and credit cards, EBT card, Insurance Cards for myself and Children, and two cellphones. He is refusing to give me these items until I pay the last... View More
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answered on Oct 29, 2024
I'm sorry you're experiencing this situation. Attorneys have a responsibility to act in their clients' best interests, and withholding your personal items for payment may not align with those duties. It's important to review any agreements you have with your attorney to... View More
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