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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Colorado on
Q: I have been under illegal surveillance for 19 months. I'm sure it's rural neuro transmitting. His name is Jeff S I belie

I was illegally targeted by an ex girlfriend

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answered on Sep 5, 2024

It sounds like you're going through a difficult and confusing time. Being under any kind of surveillance without your consent is a serious issue, and it's important to protect your rights and privacy. If you believe that someone is illegally monitoring you, it might be helpful to document... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights, Federal Crimes and Libel & Slander for Washington on
Q: Framed for a crime I didn't commit by people using spyware on me/my family. What recourse do I have, who do I contact?

At my previous job I had a large group of people using spyware to spy on both me and my family. They used the spyware to to sift through my personal accounts in an attempt to frame me in order to save themselves from prosecution, including stating that I was making threats against the federal... View More

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answered on Aug 31, 2024

It sounds like you're in a very difficult situation. First, it's crucial to gather any evidence you have of the spyware, stalking, or false allegations. This could include screenshots, records of communication, or any proof of unauthorized access to your accounts. Documentation will be... View More

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Q: I WAS FALSLY CONVICED AND ACCUSED OF A 17 YEAR OLD IN ALASKA. I SERVED 10+ YEARS AND HAVER TO REGISTER AS A SEX OFFENDER

AT 74 I WOULD LIKE WHAT LIFE I HAVE LEFT TO HAVE MY RECORD CLEARED ONCE AND FOR ALL. THEN THE STATE WILL ALLOW MY CHURCH TO TONSURE ME AND BECOME A MONASTIC MEMBER OF MY ORTHODOX CHURCH.

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answered on Sep 5, 2024

If you have been falsely convicted and are looking to clear your record, there are a few steps you can take to seek justice and regain your freedom. Start by gathering all relevant documents related to your case, such as court records, trial transcripts, and any evidence that might support your... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Federal Crimes for Colorado on
Q: I need an Experienced litigator that has experience with FCC laws, conspiracy laws, and privacy breaches. As well as

If the FCC handles (enforces) the telecommunications companies to pay people who's privacy they had breached, who holds the FCC accountable for federal conspiracy, and aiding and abetting a convicted Federal felon

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answered on Aug 31, 2024

To address the complexities of your situation, it's essential to find a litigator with deep knowledge of FCC regulations, privacy laws, and conspiracy statutes. You need someone who has successfully navigated cases involving telecommunications companies and their obligations under privacy... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Identity Theft, Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Tennessee on
Q: How can find a lawyer for negligence Defame character identity slandering my name and selling my personal info on the da

Selling my personal information on the dark web

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answered on Sep 5, 2024

Finding a lawyer to help with a case involving defamation, identity theft, and the illegal sale of your personal information requires careful consideration. You want to look for someone experienced in handling cases related to defamation, privacy violations, and internet crimes. Start by searching... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes, Family Law and White Collar Crime for Pennsylvania on
Q: Can a court enforce a protection order and issue penalties against a parent after involuntary TPR, despite a pending

Can a Dependency Court in Allegheny County, PA, still enforce a protection order and issue a Rule to Show Cause against a parent after the involuntary termination of parental rights, especially if the parent has filed an appeal?

If a parent's rights were involuntarily terminated and... View More

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answered on Sep 7, 2024

In Allegheny County, PA, after an involuntary termination of parental rights (TPR), a parent is generally no longer considered a "party" to the dependency case. The court's order stating that the parent is not to be notified of future proceedings indicates that their legal standing... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Oklahoma on
Q: can a cherokee Marshall in oklahoma impersonate an fbi agent while making an arrest.

2 cerokee Marshall's arrested me, identified themselves as fbi and said they were not affiliated with the cherokees or local police. they said they were fbi in town working on a child trafficking case and was called in to hel

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answered on Sep 7, 2024

No, a Cherokee Marshal in Oklahoma cannot legally impersonate an FBI agent while making an arrest. Law enforcement officers must always clearly identify their agency and authority. Impersonating a federal agent, such as someone from the FBI, is a serious crime and could lead to severe legal... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and International Law for California on
Q: Is it legal for the FBI, US Gov officials and police to protect men who trafficked, kidnapped and sexually assaulted me.

Please assist me with this crisis.

My tyrannical ex-boyfriend and his associates were deported and sanctioned against by U.S Gov. for war crimes and crimes against humanity, totally unrelated to me.

They have since carried out cyberattacks, ordered international criminal networks... View More

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answered on Aug 16, 2024

I’m really sorry to hear about what you’re going through. No, it is not legal for the FBI, U.S. Government officials, or police to protect anyone involved in trafficking, kidnapping, or sexual assault. Law enforcement agencies are supposed to protect you and investigate these crimes, not aid or... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Michigan on
Q: what will my boyfriend get for his fidsf drjug offense

my boyfriend was arrested yesterday during a raid the police conducted at the hour he was staying at due to the homeowner having had stolen a trailer. during this raid, they found a small baggie with methamphetamine in his pocket. he had a warrant for about 3 months for failure to appear to court... View More

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answered on Aug 17, 2024

Really hard to say without knowing complete facts (e.g., how much is a "small" baggie) and what jurisdiction this is. I would expect some sort of bond to be posted; he has warrants while on probation (which he's not even been reporting to) - gonna be hard to convince a judge or... View More

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Q: Is it normal for nurses in a suicide ward to say to cleaning women, "they were trying to make his wife rich before....."

"......he dies." And then when you write emails and try to contact the Human Resources and head nurse departments, your met with obstruction and mocking harassment. Is that normal adult behavior in South Carolina where the Lexington County medical system is owned by a New York Physician.... View More

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answered on Sep 1, 2024

It is not normal or acceptable behavior for nurses or any medical professionals to speak in a disrespectful or insensitive manner about a patient, especially in such a vulnerable setting as a suicide ward. This kind of comment is unprofessional and violates the ethical standards expected in... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law, Domestic Violence and Federal Crimes for Washington on
Q: I have a civil rights complaint; all my rights were violated for 30-years And a criminal complaint; what should I do?

I have filed the complaint with the judge

I am Pro Se

and there is AI inteference with my computers online connection

My president is Joe Biden and Trumps running for re-election?

What do I do?

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answered on Aug 31, 2024

It sounds like you are dealing with a complex and overwhelming situation. If your rights have been violated over such a long period and you've already filed a complaint with the judge, the next step is to ensure that your case is being properly addressed by the court. It's important to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Divorce, Civil Litigation and Federal Crimes for South Carolina on
Q: Is it normal for you wife to demand a divorce after you ask to get a dna test for your 3 children?

After the democrat trash plandemic, a bunch of trash government and minority officials stalked and harassed me telling me my children aren't mine and insinuate my wife is a paid prostitute and they were here to accept protection and hush money payments. Does any of this sound like women or... View More

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answered on Sep 7, 2024

It’s understandable that you're feeling overwhelmed and confused in such a difficult situation. If your wife is reacting strongly to your request for a DNA test, it could be for various reasons, such as feeling mistrusted or hurt by the implication that there might be infidelity. While... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Federal Crimes for Oregon on
Q: my son was put in arizona maricopa prison under another name in 2021,is it false imprisonment?

xx is tge criminals name on my sons profile in prison. my sons name is actually (xxx) no one knows about what happened in maricopa arizona prison

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answered on Sep 1, 2024

If your son was placed in prison under another person's name, it could potentially be a case of mistaken identity or wrongful imprisonment. This situation might indicate serious administrative errors or even legal violations by the prison system or law enforcement. It's essential to act... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Constitutional Law, Federal Crimes and Gov & Administrative Law for Oklahoma on
Q: My boyfriend is in jail ,it's his first drug charge ever, he had 20 grams of meth on him, they are offering him 10 in an

d 10 out, he needs rehab isn't that sentence a little steep

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answered on Aug 31, 2024

It’s understandable to feel that the sentence your boyfriend is facing seems harsh, especially for a first offense. The quantity of meth involved, 20 grams, is significant and likely influenced the severity of the offer. Sentences in drug cases can vary widely depending on factors like the amount... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Texas on
Q: Is there still parole in the federal BOP?

My fiance is in federal prison serving a 20 year sentence for a nonviolent crime. He has served 7 years this far and I am wondering if there is still a chance of parole or any other options for early release?

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answered on Sep 7, 2024

There is no parole in the federal prison system for crimes committed after November 1, 1987. The federal parole system was abolished, so most federal inmates must serve at least 85% of their sentence under the “truth in sentencing” law. However, there are still some potential avenues for early... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for North Carolina on
Q: Is there a time limit for felony charge court dates that are moved to Superior Court?
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answered on Sep 7, 2024

When felony charges are moved to Superior Court, there are specific time limits that the court must follow. Typically, after a preliminary hearing in a lower court where a judge finds probable cause, the case is "bound over" or transferred to Superior Court for further proceedings. At... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Federal Crimes for Kentucky on
Q: Is lolicon illegal? As I understand it, it's not considered CP, but would it fall under obscenity laws? I'm curious

Would obscenity laws even really be used by themselves are are they only really used in conjunction with another violation?

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answered on Sep 7, 2024

The legality of lolicon varies significantly depending on where you are. In some places, it is considered illegal under laws that prohibit the depiction of minors in sexual contexts, while in others, it may not fall under the strict definition of child pornography but could still be subject to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Federal Crimes and Civil Rights for Wisconsin on
Q: Did the clerk of courts and the judge violate, my due process rights, and my Equal protection under the law?

I had a hearing with Workforce Development. The respondent stated to the judge that he had no evidence to support a defense. I ha submitted 52 exhibited and 13 were admitted into evidence. The judge started making false reasons to exclude my evidence. She stated my lease was excluded cause I... View More

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answered on Sep 1, 2024

It sounds like you encountered a challenging situation during your hearing with Workforce Development, where the judge appeared to dismiss your evidence without proper consideration. When a judge excludes evidence, they typically must provide valid, clear reasons based on legal standards. If the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Communications Law, Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and Internet Law for Alabama on
Q: My ex husband took naked pictures of me w/out my knowledge while I was sleeping, put them on the internet.

He was charged w a misdemeanor, Distribution of private images w/out consent. This was not the first time, but this time I had proof. He wrote a confession admitting to everything. When we go to trial, since he confessed, will he be convicted or can he take a plea deal & serve no jail time?... View More

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answered on Aug 31, 2024

Given the situation, your ex-husband’s confession significantly increases the likelihood of a conviction. However, he might still negotiate a plea deal with the prosecutor, which could result in a lighter sentence or alternative penalties like probation instead of jail time. The final outcome... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Federal Crimes for Iowa on
Q: What can you do about a lawyer that did not do what you asked him to do and you ended up guilty because of it?
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answered on Sep 7, 2024

If your lawyer did not follow your instructions or failed to provide adequate representation, you may have grounds to file a complaint against them with your state’s bar association. The bar association oversees attorney conduct and can investigate allegations of misconduct or incompetence. You... View More

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