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0 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation, Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and Landlord - Tenant for Texas on
Q: My landlord told my abusive ex where I live! Is there any privacy or confidentiality laws?

My abusive ex and I shared a home. After the final night of abuse and making a police report, I moved out and he stayed. I moved to another property my landlord owns in another town. I got behind on ny rent and my landlord went and told my abusive ex where I live. The landlord told me in eviction... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Federal Crimes for Washington on
Q: Can I buy a hand gun when I was charged with a criminal trespassing in the second degree but no jail time and no DV

I did not serve jail time I paid 250$ and it was dismissed in January of 2021 charged in December of 2020. I just want to know if I will be able to carry a hand gun for self protection

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Indiana on
Q: In Indiana is an individual labeled as a violent sexual predator on the offender registry allowed to carry a gun?
Andrew L. Bennett
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answered on Sep 26, 2023

Being labeled as a violent sexual predator is irrelevant, the person will have a felony conviction for some sex offense. All felons are prohibited from possessing a firearm.

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Federal Crimes, Identity Theft and Intellectual Property for Florida on
Q: I'm a victim of identity theft. And it's been 379 days since it took over - hijacked my entire life.

pleasMY RIGHTS HAVE BEEN INVOKED

Victims of identity theft are often victims of multiple crimes and may be unable to clearly define what has happened to them or how it happened. They may be confused or even paralyzed by the experience.

Victims can suffer far more than the loss of... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Federal Crimes and Gov & Administrative Law for Idaho on
Q: So I got into trouble and received a felony over 20 yrs ago. It went federal was wondering can I get my gun rights Idaho

Also a clean slate since I haven't been in any more trouble my charges was conspiracy and possession with intent to distribute a control substance Im a nurse and have been for 13 years

Q: In federal (US) halfway house, my case manager took over $15,000 from me, and never gave it back.

She's been fired now. Who do I try to get money back from - her, or halfway house?

3 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and Immigration Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: Looking for a Criminal Immigration / Deportation Defense Lawyer from Pennsylvania

In November 2022, my partner and I were charged with a retail theft summary offense (CC3929) of $149 and criminal conspiracy (CC0903) in Philadelphia, PA. We were arrested, fingerprinted, photographed, and given a citation copy with a court date. Considering we had no priors, our criminal attorney... View More

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answered on Sep 22, 2023

A lot is at stake, and you are right to be searching for an attorney who is well versed in both state criminal and U.S. immigration law and practice, including deportation defense (EOIR), affirmative applications (USCIS), and U.S. entries (CBP). Your attorney should also have a high level of... View More

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0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes, Gov & Administrative Law and Juvenile Law for Wisconsin on
Q: Does getting a 51.15 emergency detention in wisconsin revoke my gun rights?

I’m reading a lot of conflicting info, some places say that it doesn’t, and only certain 51 holds will result in the loss of firearm rights. others say all chapter 51 holds in Wisconsin will revoke my gun rights. I was 16 and they sent me to a mental hospital in Winnebago. I never saw any... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Federal Crimes and Sexual Harassment on
Q: Why can an intoxicated person be considered too intoxicated to give consent but not to drive? Double standard?

From my understanding if a person is intoxicated and gives consent for sexual activity. Their consent can later be determined to be invalid based on intoxication level. Which may result in them being cleared of accountability for their choice to have consensual sex and putting their partner at risk... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Federal Crimes for Missouri on
Q: How many people have went to trial in the last 20 years, for a felon in possesion of a firearm under 18U.S.C. Sec 922 (g

Under 18 U.S.C. Section 922 (g) (1)

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answered on Sep 20, 2023

Specific statistics regarding the number of individuals who have gone to trial in Missouri under 18 U.S.C. Section 922(g)(1) over the last 20 years would require access to up-to-date court records and databases. 18 U.S.C. Section 922(g)(1) is a federal statute that prohibits certain persons,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and Social Security for Ohio on
Q: How can a person be indicted for theft of government property from social security when overpayment has been repaid
James L. Arrasmith
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answered on Sep 21, 2023

If a person has repaid an overpayment to Social Security, they should maintain records of the repayment. In some cases, an indictment for theft of government property may be based on misunderstandings or errors in record-keeping. To address such a situation, it's advisable for the individual... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and Civil Rights for California on
Q: I had my rights violated by an officer of california. I was on misdemeanor informal unsupervised probation.....

With search honestly don't even understand how my attorney would allow this. But a cop came through my door no PC no RS .... A false report even all shown on BC. .. If I never consented to a supervised anything this is my point....Despite my status of being on informal probation, the [State]... View More

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answered on Sep 19, 2023

If your rights were violated by law enforcement, you should consult with an experienced criminal defense attorney to assess the specific circumstances and explore potential legal remedies. In cases of alleged constitutional violations, it's crucial to have legal representation to protect your... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Federal Crimes for Louisiana on
Q: I think someone filed a false affidavit resulting in an FBI raid of my home 6mo ago Warrant is sealed What can I do

I was in handcuffs for four hours They ransacked my home looking for CSAM Found none They destroyed computers Took laptops phones tablets magazines A family photo Wont respond to phone calls voicemails letters emails visits

I let a 37yo stay in my rental in 2022 as a favor to his parents... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Federal Crimes and Sexual Harassment for Utah on
Q: A 17 year old sent me a adult, Nude pictures without asking or knowing she would. Now the police are calling

I told her she didnt need to send anything. The police are now saying I will be charged with child porn, What do I do? Im in utah

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Cannabis & Marijuana Law, Federal Crimes and Legal Malpractice for New York on
Q: What steps to take filing for new public defender and getting something done about misrepresentation by one?

My soon to be husband has been almost a year awaiting outcome of a federal arrest that I have found out more about online than he has from his public defender. When asked to meet with him she has still a year later never met him in person. She has filed notices and discussed pleas without his... View More

Marco Caviglia
Marco Caviglia
answered on Sep 19, 2023

One may complain to either or both the Federal Defender's Office of NYS and the presiding judge in the case, but had better have all the details correct and back up the allegations.

0 Answers | Asked in Constitutional Law and Federal Crimes for Arizona on
Q: Can a prison guard call someone a snitch?

Can a prison guard call someone a snitch?

0 Answers | Asked in Federal Crimes for Georgia on
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0 Answers | Asked in Constitutional Law, Federal Crimes and Gov & Administrative Law for Arizona on
Q: Can a prison CO or guard call a inmate a snitch?

My wife is in Prison in Arizona under the AZ DOC.,

3 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and Immigration Law for Illinois on
Q: Can an undocumented person get deported for accidental theft of a small $300 item at Walmart self checkout?
John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Sep 15, 2023

There is no such thing as an "accidental" theft. The crime of theft requires the mens rea of "knowingly" and, in the most common instances, the specific intent to deprive the owner permanently of the use or benefit of the property.

An accidental taking of property--for...
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