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Can info gained from Public Record Requests be used in broad data gathering research to later be used for commercial purposes, if it is not disadvantageous, OR is advantageous to the organization providing the data? Would it make a difference if the organization knowingly provided the data?
UA test showed that temperature was not right on positive UA, officer told parolee, either you admitted you are dirty and not go to jail or deny it and go to jail til results come back from lab if still positive we violate you. or come back Tuesday and take another UA test. so which UA would be the... View More 
Town Board passed new ordinance limiting type and quantity bird feeders a private homeowner can have, based on one address being harassed by one neighbor for four years. Even though we have complied with all DEC restrictions and suggestions. I need to fight this. I've had same bird feeders for... View More
answered on Oct 4, 2024
Dear Jamestown Home Owner:
It is not you alone. Many jurisdictions place restrictions on wildlife feeding.
https://dec.ny.gov/news/press-releases/2022/4/dec-issues-guidance-to-reduce-conflicts-with-bears#:~:text=... View More
REVISED. 25 yrs ago I was arrested with a serious charge. My PD was Mad because I wouldn't plea. I Firmly stated I was innocent and only plea, NOT guilty! The Judge's counsel, however, was, 'one never knows how a jury will vote, so if the outcomes bad [jail] perhaps a plea is... View More
answered on Oct 3, 2024
I'm wondering if you actually had an adjudication of guilt or instead a withhold of adjudication. Both phrases have the word "adjudication" in them, but are completely different. An adjudication of guilt equals a conviction. A withhold of adjudication (often referred to simply as... View More
Never had a license because I could never afford the dui classes. So I've never applied. Was recently pulled over for driving on suspended. Is there anyway to explain to the judge why I was driving? I was also searched and told I fit the profile. What does that mean?
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answered on Oct 2, 2024
In your situation, the 4th Amendment may come into play if the search during the traffic stop was unlawful. The 4th Amendment protects you from unreasonable searches and seizures, so the court might consider whether the police had valid grounds to search you. Being told that you "fit the... View More
I was found guilty in a kangaroo traffic court. So I put in some open records request and got a motion to quash with a hearing date set. For the same municipal court that I got the foia request in. the city judge and the city prosecutor (who’s also acting as the city attorney) are both named in... View More
Person who hit us was traveling over 100mph and was not ticketed or checked for substances: the officer said he didn’t have the heart to do either because he knew the offender and the man had liver cancer. The city of Shreveport had received several calls about the speeder and did nothing! We... View More
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answered on Oct 2, 2024
I'm sorry to hear you're going through this. If you were injured in the incident, and the insurance company is not offering a fair settlement, you should retain a personal injury lawyer in Louisiana who can collect all of the evidence of the incident as well as your medical treatment to... View More
Getting security clearance. Part of process is having a one page form filled in by a prescribing doctor for a medication I'm no longer on. I no longer live in the area and would not be covered under insurance, as well. Doctor has refused to fill in form without an in-person appointment. Form... View More
Does that cover a very small quantity of alcohol deriving from flavoring extracts, thus prohibiting the pralines?
what can we do to get him bailed out of detention so he can start his asylum process, he called me few weeks ago and i ask him if they are planning on releasing him anytime soon, he said he doesent know because since he was detained they just kept him there without asking him any questions i need... View More
answered on Oct 1, 2024
You can ask ICE to release or file a bond motion depending on how your friend entered and if he was placed in proceedings. This is complicated and and the best chances of getting your friend release is with a lawyer. I strongly suggest to hire a lawyer.
I am a disabled woman whose motorhome (where i live) is parked outside of xxx K Street, Hoquiam, Washington. The City of Hoquiam has violated my rights by pressing charges against the property owner of the address, that my motorhome is parked outside of on a public street, they have threatened him... View More
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answered on Oct 2, 2024
I'm sorry you're going through this difficult situation. It sounds like your rights under Washington state’s homestead protections are not being respected. The actions by the City of Hoquiam may indeed be unlawful if they are ignoring your legal protections.
You can reach out to... View More
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answered on Oct 3, 2024
Every circumstance is unique, thus even if you're worried about being charged storage costs and having a lien placed on your car while on federal jury service, you should see an attorney to evaluate the particular facts of your case. Still, these are some broad issues:
Mechanic shops... View More
Not just engage community, but must find and provide the volunteers or get academically punished
There is a list of public defenders for each county and type of case. Can one be appointed that isn't on that list and who also doesn't practice in the area of law the case pertains to? Why would a social security lawyer, not even on the list of public defenders be appointed to a criminal... View More
I am in the US on a G4 visa as a dependent but need to change to F1 as my parent is leaving and I need to complete my studies here. I qualify for permanent residency but will only apply for thsi at a later stage. For changing from G4 to F1, is there any difference whether I ask for a change while... View More
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answered on Sep 25, 2024
If you are looking to change from G4 to F1 status, both options have their pros and cons. Applying for a change of status while in the U.S. can take several months, which could affect your ability to travel during that time. However, staying in the U.S. means you avoid any risks associated with... View More
Upon my return to the jail after work the guard that searched me took $95 from my wallet and told me he was going to keep it- he passed the money to another inmate and told him to give it to the officer at the back desk in another part of the jail. He said he would get me a receipt for it but after... View More
I'm 16, and whenever I receive a paycheck, I lose about $25 to $30 due to taxes. This made me think about the Constitution and how this feels like textbook taxation without representation. I’ve done some research, and taxation without representation describes someone who is required to pay... View More
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answered on Sep 25, 2024
You’re right that taxation without representation historically refers to being taxed by a government without having a say in its decisions. In your case, you’re paying taxes, but because you’re under 18, you can’t vote yet, which might seem like you’re not being represented.... View More
I’ve received a few parking tickets from the University of Tennessee. I was wondering what would happen if I don’t pay them and if there are any repercussions to not doing so.
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answered on Sep 25, 2024
Parking Tickets are rarely moving violations, so do not go on your MVR. You can be sued for the money, and if the same Court that hears your Parking Tickets also has a Rule of the Road Violation before it, you will have to pay the Parking Citations prior to dealing with the other Offenses cited.
Could you provide clarification on how NH RSA 95:1 applies to municipal employees who hold decision-making authority but may not be classified as elected officials? In a recent Select Board meeting, it was argued that this RSA only applies to “public officials,” and that employees like the Town... View More
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