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I have a PFA me and my kids temp was issued 3/2/17 hearing was 3/9/17 - was continued til 4/20/17 pending investigation of possible Criminal Charges. What are the chances judge will just continue again since investigation is still pending vs just giving us a Final pfa
answered on Apr 19, 2017
Continuances are based on the facts of the case and relevant law. They are determined by judges using their discretion on a case-by-case basis. They should not be abused. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with... View More 
I had an incident occur today where three people I know broke my front door and proceeded to enter my residence without my permission or knowledge. Can I charge two of the three with breaking and entering and totally absolve the third of any wrongdoing or would all three most likely get prosecuted... View More
answered on Apr 17, 2017
You can sue in court for trespass and related damage. If you report the matter to the police, they may investigate all 3 people, and the DA solely (nobody else) determines who to charge. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial... View More
answered on Apr 3, 2017
You can challenge the warrant's validity and the evidence that is found due to the invalid warrant, potentially. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my... View More
About a month ago I was caught inderage drinking. I filled out a sworn statement, signed the counselings, everything. I was told I would be getting a Co Grade Article 15. Its still sitting at legal. Now, i just recently got caught underage drinking again mainly becuase i got in a fight and broke my... View More
answered on Mar 21, 2017
With your youth, relative newness to the Army, and rank - you can expect a harsh Article 15 punishment. Being chaptered is possible, but my experience has been that the Army has invested time and money in you and hopefully they see this as something that's in the past. You need to soldier on... View More
State of Virginia Trooper in collusion with a Sherrif's deputy and towing companies. Anti-fraud statute should apply under Sherman Act, presumably?
answered on Feb 20, 2017
You should contact a VA lawyer about this, rather than posting on the DC forum. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. This answer does not constitute legal advice; make any predictions,... View More
A coca cola vendor in a crowded grocery store violently kicked a plastic step ladder in my direction after I politely asked him if I could pass by him. After ignoring me for about a minute he rolled his eyes then kicked the ladder so hard it hit into my cart! It could've been me but luckily My... View More
answered on Feb 8, 2017
This may be considered assault, and you can report it to the police. You can also report it to the store manager. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials,... View More
It is a case that focuses on the 2nd amendment. (I just need to know who won that case)
answered on Feb 1, 2017
See: https://www.law.cornell.edu/supct/html/07-290.ZS.html
The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I practice law in CA, NY, MA,... View More
My friend T.L. (anonymous) was physically and verbally assaulted by her boyfriend. She had the cops remove him from her apartment (he was not on the lease in the first place) after she called to say that she felt unsafe around him. She is interested in filing a protective order, but wants to know... View More
answered on Nov 18, 2016
Great question! So, when you file in DC for a protective order, you ask what relief you are seeking. When you go to Court, the judge will complete (or you will settle with the opposing side) an order regarding your motion for a protective order. A section on that "order" includes... View More
If a child was pushed to direct them in the room in which they were asked to do their chores and they slipped and hit their face on the carpet and it caused a rug burn not meaning for any of it to happen or cause injury or harm can a parent be charged for assault on a child or possibly lose custody... View More
answered on Sep 14, 2016
I would recommend contacting us at your earliest convenience. This matter is serious. In response to your question -- yes, you can be charged with assault. Assault is the unwanted touching (or imminent threat of touching) of another without privilege and without consent. DC Code 22-404(a)... View More
I need one of my parent to sign an online application on FAFSA before my application can be processed. But she is unable to do so because she is far away in Africa and cannot read English or operate a computer.
answered on Dec 15, 2016
Definitely not. That's a federal loan application. She needs to sign it herself with the help of a translator. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me on my law practice website. This answer does not constitute legal advice; make any... View More
He broke my car window and stole my licensed plates
answered on Dec 15, 2016
Is this a criminal or civil matter? If it's a criminal matter and you're the victim, the DA would handle the matter. If the DA or another party subpoenas you to appear in court, then you must do so. If it's a civil matter, you must appear in court if you filed the lawsuit, unless... View More
I have been receiveing harassing and threatening voicemails and text since March. They go for a couple weeks then stop then back up again. I don't know what to do. I have blocked the person and it's still happening.
answered on Dec 9, 2016
Report it to the police, and contact your phone company to try to trace the origin. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me on my law practice website. This answer does not constitute legal advice; make any predictions, guarantees, or warranties;... View More
answered on Apr 22, 2017
Context is important to answer this question. I can see a situation where someone was being released on one charge, but was being held on another charge. If that were the case the release conditions would apply whenever the person was finally released.
People say that this doesn't mean anything but is it the current law or not? I'm finding alot of opposing ideas on it. Is it illegal or not? (1) Whoever knowingly mutilates, defaces, physically defiles, burns, maintains on the floor or ground, or tramples upon any flag of the United... View More
answered on Dec 7, 2016
There are indeed legal precedents which hold that the right to free speech permits political acts such as flag burning. However be prepared to defend the fact that such an act was indeed political speech and not otherwise endangering the public's safety. It can get tricky, especially depending... View More
i was told by my mother in-law that if i come back on the property i will get arrested and he will get a 30days notice because they say i threaten the neighbor in front of the police. nothing is being done about these false accusation but me being put off the property for no reason
answered on Dec 15, 2016
You may have a suit for defamation. But property owners can exclude people at will, so long as they're not violating any contracts or statutes (e.g., discrimination). The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me on my law practice website. This... View More
answered on Apr 10, 2016
That would depend on what you were arrested for, and the reason you can't make the court date. You, most probably, will not be able to get a new court date. You should obtain counsel in Delaware immediately and inform him/her of the reason you want a new date. The more serious to offense, the... View More
I am currently attending a private university in the District of Columbia. The Campus Police department confiscated my pocket knife citing "weapon's law violation" and are charging me, through the university's justice system, with that charge. My question is the Police Officer... View More
answered on Nov 9, 2015
Yes. That is the evidence to be used in the informal trial against you. I suggest that you hire an attorney for this. What does the student handbook say?
answered on Nov 7, 2015
This question will most likely sit here forever if I do not direct you to go see a local criminal defense attorney about this.
Or guardian present? Even if it was just he said she said?
answered on Oct 25, 2015
What use is it to ask if something can happen that already has happened? The point is what can be done about it. The answer to that is that you need to have a full discussion with a local private criminal defense attorney to find out.
answered on Oct 16, 2015
What was the amount? You didn't say. So we have to assume the answer to our own question? You can do an internet search to get basic information on punishment for crimes in Maine.
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