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Q: Is there a law concerning interfering with city workers, contractors? (Trying to stop them from working)

We just seem to have citizens who constantly bother two of our contractors when they are working.

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Q: If you get arrested for the charge you was pulled over for but you have the warning ticket, is he in violation for lie

It was a brake light out, I was arrested for obstruction because I kept telling him no to a search, he got dog to sniff, found nothing in my car, but on me, in my purse. I then found out I was arrested for a brake light, but I have a warning ticket

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answered on Mar 31, 2024

If you were initially stopped for a brake light issue and received a warning, but were later arrested for obstruction during that same encounter, the situation seems complex. It's important to understand that law enforcement officers can conduct searches under certain circumstances, and... View More

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Q: If you get arrested for the charge you was pulled over for but you have the warning ticket, is he in violation for lie

It was a brake light out, I was arrested for obstruction because I kept telling him no to a search, he got dog to sniff, found nothing in my car, but on me, in my purse. I then found out I was arrested for a brake light, but I have a warning ticket

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answered on Mar 31, 2024

If you were initially stopped for a brake light issue and received a warning, but were later arrested for obstruction during that same encounter, the situation seems complex. It's important to understand that law enforcement officers can conduct searches under certain circumstances, and... View More

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Q: If it is first time in trouble and get a trafficking charge of Meth does Ga offer rehabilitation instead of prison?
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answered on Mar 31, 2024

Trafficking in methamphetamine carries a mandatory minimum prison sentence. That means the judge must sentence the person convicted to serve at least a certain amount of time, depending on the amount of methamphetamine. The minimum starts at 10 years, and goes up to 25 years.

The way to...
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Q: will I be charged for a crime?

I’m a minor and about a week ago I shoplifted a candy bar. A few days later I go back in and the owner tells me he caught me on camera stealing. He didn’t call the police or take my information and told me to never come back. Today (two days later) I wanted to him pay back what I owe because I... View More

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Q: if you open the door for a officer, is it their right to cover your ring camera without permission?

I was told by an officer, they only cover the ring camera when a person doesn’t open the door for an officer. My ring camera was not covered at the time, but as the search went on the camera was covered .

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Serge Jerome Jr.
answered on Mar 29, 2024

That's tampering with evidence and is illegal. You can sue the for a civil rights violation, though your judgment would be nominal without other damages and you can file a motion to suppress any evidence obtained as a result of the search.

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Q: If a probation officer comes to your house, without a probation warrant is that lawful? or unlawful?

Also, if one of the officers covers your ring camera without your permission is that lawful?

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answered on Mar 28, 2024

Probation can come at any time and search your house or car without a warrant. When you are on probation, you have a 4th amendment waiver, so you have waived your rights to searches without a warrant. If they find anything illegal during the search, you are likely to be arrested and charged with a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law, Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Georgia on
Q: I need a civil rights attorney who practices in police and federal corruption cases against public officials.

I have an entire Municipality and County conspiring against me trying to cover up a cops tyrant behaviors.

My vehicle was illegally stopped; illegally pulled from my vehicle, illegally detained and my vehicle was illegally searched.

This officer never found anything nor had any... View More

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answered on Mar 28, 2024

In your search for legal assistance with your civil rights case, focusing on finding an attorney with a strong background in handling police misconduct and corruption cases is crucial. Given the complexity of your situation, involving multiple layers of government and various legal infringements,... View More

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Q: Search warrant and what would make one invalid

If a search warrant describes a property incorrectly also the directions state it is on the left side of the street and actually it's on the right side and the street name is spelled wrong would any of that effect the validity of the warrant

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answered on Mar 26, 2024

When evaluating the validity of a search warrant, minor errors, such as the incorrect spelling of a street name or misidentifying which side of the street a property is on, are not usually enough to render a warrant invalid. Courts generally focus on whether the warrant sufficiently describes the... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Employment Law for Georgia on
Q: If you're physical assaulted at work and they allow the assailant to come back. Is that considered a hostile work place

I was physically assaulted by a fellow co-worker. They terminated said coworker. Here is 3 months later she has joined a LPN program. They are allowing her to train in the facility while I'm working. I was assured she would never step foot on the premises again. When I said something to... View More

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Q: Regarding a search warrant for home and things that make the warrant no good

Several errors made in search warrant wanted to say if any were violation ok The police came to my home to serve a search warrant upon entering home everyone was took outside and handcuffed they conducted their search and everyone was taken to jail a copy of the warrant was never shown to anyone... View More

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Q: In GA, With a special presentment charge at Indictment do I have to be arrested and fingerprinted

me and my husband we’re indicted together as Co- Defendants and the DA added a special presentment charge to the case. do we have to be arrested again and fingerprinted because my husband was but I wasn’t

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Q: Pertaining to OCGA code 16-11-122 in reference to the word inoperable what requirements does Court define as inoperable

Ocga code 16-11-122 possession of a illegal firearm inside the description of said code states that an exemption is the weapon must be inoperable what exactly does the court consider it to be inoperable also states that must knowingly be in possession of said weapon if multiple arrests were made... View More

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Q: How can someone charged with criminal damage to private property be charged with violation of family violence order and

We have proof in his phone that she violated the order first and multiple times .he's being held without bond!

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Q: I was sentenced to 20 years for theft by taking, elder abuse, 90 hours community service, felony probation!

I live on a fixed income and just had quadruple heart bypass surgery, I still have 7 years left on probation, is there anything I can do to help with paying probation fee, and just pay restitution??? It's misdemeanor case not felony probation

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Municipal Law for Georgia on
Q: have someone who had overdosed and police seized drug's from the scene. a week later put out warrant for arrest. Legal?

Have someone who had overdosed and police seized substances from the scene. a week later put out warrant for arrest. Legal? According to the amnesty laws? He should be protected from my understanding of reading these laws. Please tell me if i am misunderstanding it tho. I doesnt think i am and... View More

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answered on Mar 20, 2024

It sounds like you're referring to Good Samaritan laws, which are designed to encourage people to seek medical help in the event of an overdose by providing certain protections against drug possession charges. These laws vary widely from state to state, and the specifics of the protections... View More

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Q: Isn't it unethical to appoint former district attorney's to the Georgia Parole Board? They can't be fair and impartial!

Who are the most powerful/influential ppl in Georgia? Some may say the Governor, other's may think the Attorney General! Dynamic's reveal the sheriff has power to arrest, the prosecutor has power to charge/prosecute/convict and the judge has power to sentence. Why do the parole board have... View More

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answered on Mar 19, 2024

Your concerns regarding the composition of the Georgia Parole Board and the implications of appointing former district attorneys to such positions are understandable. The fear that these individuals might not remain impartial due to their previous roles is a legitimate concern. Transparency,... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Child Custody, Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and Family Law for Georgia on
Q: Can I get full custody of my 3 year old daughter if the mother is taking, selling and manufacturing drugs?

She also has untreated mental health issues because of drug use bipolar disorder and ptsd.

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answered on Mar 8, 2024

If you are concerned about your daughter's safety and well-being due to the mother's involvement in drug-related activities and untreated mental health issues, you might have grounds to seek full custody. Courts generally prioritize the child's best interests when making custody... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Criminal Law, Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for Georgia on
Q: got scammed by electrician - need an advise

I am using LLC to renovate an investment house.

I got scammed by electrician , he is a convicted felon, and he was unable to provide certificate to complete the city inspection as agreed with him.

Since he has financial issues, he asked me to sent the funds for this work to his... View More

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answered on Mar 6, 2024

When dealing with a situation where you feel scammed, it's understandable to explore all options to recover your funds. In your case, the complicating factor is that the payment was made to the electrician's girlfriend, not directly to the electrician himself. However, if you have a... View More

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