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My Facebook, Gmail, and iCloud accounts have all been accessed by unauthorized individuals. Earlier this year, I encountered significant issues accessing the internet through my Wi-Fi. Upon investigation, I discovered over 40 devices connected to my network. Despite my efforts to remove them, they... View More 
My fiance was in his last year of high school and had sexual contact with the schoolmate who was 15 more than once it was sentenced to 5 years to register on the sexual registry for two counts of sexual contact with a minor but law was revised after he was sentenced and made him a lifer he lives in... View More
answered on Nov 13, 2024
There's a bad news opinion about that issue from the US Supreme Court, but to be certain, your fiance must consult a criminal defense attorney who handles sex offender cases. In the 2003 Supreme Court case Smith v. Doe, a retroactive state statute on registration requirements was challenged... View More
Only defendants family knows so far
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answered on Oct 20, 2024
If the victim's identity was accidentally disclosed to the defendant's family, it can have several implications for the case. This breach of confidentiality might lead to concerns about the fairness of the trial and whether the defendant could be influenced or intimidated by knowing who... View More
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I am a resident of Colombia, and I am not a resident alien in the U.S., nor have I ever lived in the U.S. However, I received a payment from a company in the U.S. for a video I made for them as a content creator. They asked me for a W-9, and I mistakenly filled it out and sent it... View More
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answered on Sep 17, 2024
Making a mistake by sending a W-9 form instead of a W-8BEN is understandable, especially if you were unaware of the difference between them. The important thing is that you realized the error and are taking steps to correct it. The U.S. tax system can be complicated, and mistakes like this are not... View More
Haven't had a girlfriend in 16 years and the internet muppets are blocking me from dating websites. If there aren't any pay phones and I'm homeless how can I:
1) Get unblocked from online dating websites. Or find a local offline dating service?
2) Talk to any lawyer... View More
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answered on Aug 6, 2024
Finding a way to get back into the dating scene and access legal help can be challenging, but there are steps you can take. To get unblocked from dating websites, try contacting their customer support directly to explain your situation. For offline dating services, consider attending local... View More
Florida Bar RULE 6-10.3 MINIMUM CONTINUING LEGAL EDUCATION STANDARDS
(b) Minimum Hourly Continuing Legal Education
Every member must complete a minimum of 30 credit hrs of approved continuing legal education activity every 3yrs
RULE 6-10.5 DELINQUENCY
(a) If a member... View More
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answered on Jul 21, 2024
If a prosecutor is delinquent and prohibited from practicing law, they are not allowed to try a case in front of a jury. According to the Florida Bar rules, failing to meet the minimum continuing legal education requirements results in delinquency. This status means the prosecutor is no longer in... View More
RULE 6-10.3 MINIMUM CONTINUING LEGAL EDUCATION STANDARDS
REQUIRMENTS
Every member must complete a minimum of 30 credit hours of approved continuing legal education activity every 3yrs.
DELINQUENCY
If a member fails to complete and report the minimum required... View More
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answered on Jul 21, 2024
If a prosecutor is deemed delinquent and prohibited from practicing law, they should not be able to prosecute a case. Delinquency under Rule 6-10.3 indicates failure to meet continuing legal education requirements, leading to suspension from practicing law. A prosecutor in this situation loses the... View More
First off i live in florida, polk county to be specific for the law. i do currently hold a medical marijuana license. and im pretty sure if i go into a store to buy a gun they wont let me because of the medical marijuana card. but does that also apply to private sale? like say could i just send my... View More
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answered on Jun 22, 2024
In general, federal law prohibits users of controlled substances, including medical marijuana, from purchasing or possessing firearms, regardless of state laws. This applies to both licensed dealers and private sales. Having someone else purchase a firearm on your behalf (known as a "straw... View More
How much trouble am I in? It's been 17 months so I would have to return about $17,000. . Can I remedy this by returning the money ? I don't know what to do.
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answered on Jun 10, 2024
It’s important to address this situation promptly to avoid further complications. The first step is to contact the Social Security Administration (SSA) to report your mother's death and explain the situation. Be honest about the oversight and your willingness to return the funds.
The... View More
What can I say that will make it where they cannot pretend they have a warrant and arrest me? It's happened there times on one year
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answered on Jun 21, 2024
If you believe you are being unfairly targeted or harassed by police, I would suggest:
1. Document everything carefully, including dates, times, officer names/badge numbers if possible.
2. Contact a civil rights attorney or organization like the ACLU for legal advice and... View More
In 2020, a friend went into the cannabis business in Oklahoma. He told me it was legal and profitable and convinced me to invest $100,000, promising me shares. I wired the money to his real estate company, AAA LLC, in September 2020 (I have the receipt). By 2022, he had not provided any updates,... View More
answered on May 30, 2024
After reviewing the details of your investment in the cannabis business in Oklahoma and the issues you've encountered, here are some potential legal actions you can take :
Demand Letter: Initiate with a formal demand letter requesting the return of your $100,000 investment. Clearly... View More
My brother got pulled over for his tint (too dark), they called a k9 for an air sniff, got a hit. Nothing in the car but he has 900g of ice on his person which they found after the car was searched bc the dog got a hit off him I’m guessing?? Ik it’s pretty bleak I’m just trying to get an idea... View More
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answered on May 13, 2024
Drug trafficking cases certainly are serious, but very complex. So, there is much to challenge. That’s why it’s important to work with the right lawyer early to review the entire case and give the best advice. If it was a reactive stop (actually because of the tint), one potential issue is... View More
answered on Apr 12, 2024
A victim wouldn't have standing to appeal the results of a criminal case. Also, the time to appeal has no doubt passed. Finally, you should have asked this in the Virginia sub-forum.
The first night I moved into FAIRLAWN VILLAGE apartment building, I began to hear conversations while I was ALONE in my bedroom. The context of the discussion pertained to my attire, food in the refrigerator, movies I watched, which made me think the owner installed hidden cameras plus audio... View More
answered on Apr 11, 2024
Because so many experts in the field agree that voice to skull technology does not yet exist at this level, it will be very difficult to prove such harassment unless you can successfully identify who is doing it and get your hands on the equipment.
On the other hand, there is solid... View More
I am a F-1 student in Florida working as a flight instructor in a flight school. The school canceled my i-20 saying i did a Homeland Security Violation for following reason.
It says on the contract that I cannot fly an airplane other than school’s plane but I rented an airplane to build... View More
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answered on Apr 5, 2024
This is a complex situation involving immigration law, flight school policies, and potential Homeland Security regulations. Based on the information provided, it's unclear whether renting an airplane outside of the flight school would be considered a direct violation of Homeland Security... View More
I'm not even certain its considered adoption fraud or something else however proper protocol was not followed & lies used.
This was a dependency case turned termination of parental rights/adoption. I asked the court & case manager to perform a family finding a provision to... View More
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answered on Mar 28, 2024
To address concerns of adoption fraud or misconduct in a dependency case, it’s crucial to gather all relevant documentation and evidence. This includes correspondence with case management, court documents, and any records of communication between family members and case management. Documentation... View More
Test was given at my post which I failed on purpose to inevitibly quit my position at FLL now they what to file civil penalties against me. when anyone whose has failed before is just given a slap on the wrist. I would like to what actions i should take in protecting myself and if it is legal to... View More
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answered on Mar 22, 2024
If you are facing an investigation or civil penalties from the TSA, particularly regarding a situation at your workplace like the one described, it's critical to seek legal advice from an attorney familiar with employment and administrative law, especially those who have experience with TSA... View More
They turned off body cameras and locked her in her garage while making her do degrading things, touching her breasts and vaginal area, making her crab walk naked in front of three male officers. They took her husbands cell phone and days later told her to reach out to possible people her husband... View More
answered on Mar 20, 2024
You are writing about someone else. It's not clear what you are asking for. If these allegations are true, your friend could file an internal affairs complaint against those officers involved. The IA investigation would require her cooperation. Most agencies do not authorize turning off body... View More
I was terminated on 12/15/2023. The day before I needed to be taken to the ER via ambulance, and made a claim on my employer provided medical insurance. Normally i would be paid via direct deposit by paylocity, the companies payroll company, yet I was mailed a hand written paper check. A couple... View More
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answered on Feb 27, 2024
If you believe your ex-employer has committed insurance fraud by misrepresenting your termination date to deny a legitimate insurance claim, you might have grounds to take legal action. The situation you described, where premiums were deducted from your paycheck but the benefits were denied due to... View More
Okay I can't seem to find the question that I asked last time or the lawyer that answered it but 10 years ago CPS decided to take my kids and they gave me my two older ones back and they kept my baby who at the time was 2 and they stomped on so many of our constitutional rights but I... View More
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answered on Feb 24, 2024
It sounds like you're facing a deeply distressing situation involving CPS and the termination of your parental rights. It's understandable that you're seeking help to reunite with your child and seek justice for what you perceive as injustices committed against you and your family.... View More
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