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I was stopped well outside of municipal jurisdiction in an unincorporated area. I was stopped by a municipal officer. When I challenged his jurisdiction he claimed he was now acting as a deputy. When I asked if he had any deputy credentials, he said he wasn't required to have them. He issued... View More 
The building I live in is 9 stories tall and has two stairwells at each end of the building. There is one elevator that is very slow and breaks down every few months or so for a couple days at a time, and is operated by key fabs that have also malfunctioned. There is construction starting in our... View More
answered on Oct 6, 2024
An Indiana attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. This may be something that fire marshals or other local officials involved in fire protection & public safety would have the most insight into. Good luck
They told him he's not allowed to live on public property. The incident occurred in the city of New Albany, IN. Is there anything he can do legally?
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answered on Feb 6, 2024
Your friend's situation may involve local ordinances and regulations related to housing and land use, so it's essential for him to consult with an attorney who specializes in municipal or property law in the New Albany, IN area. Here are some general steps he can consider taking:... View More
My friend was pulled over and went to jail and then the cop allowed me to drive off in the car with the suspended license.. and then later down the line requested that driving while suspended charges be put on me is that even possible?.. I have no idea charges were filed against me until almost 3... View More
answered on Nov 14, 2023
This sounds like BS, I suggest consulting with a local criminal defense attorney asap who can represent the facts to the prosecutor and hopefully get a dismissal of the charges.
She refused the eviction letter and green card should be coming back to us ,
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answered on Oct 15, 2023
If a family member refuses to remove a camper and personal items from your property after being given notice, you may have legal remedies available. Typically, the next step involves initiating a formal eviction process through your local court. After obtaining a court order, if the family member... View More
contractor or the homeowner for whom they are working? Is it legal under State law?
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answered on Sep 14, 2023
The legality of fines imposed by an Indiana town for non-compliance with contractor registration hinges on the town's specific ordinances and regulations. Indiana state law allows municipalities to establish their own rules regarding contractor registration and penalties. These fines are... View More
Bartender fills cup it was empty when I arriived
answered on Jan 9, 2023
An Indiana attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for four weeks. Until you're able to consult with a local attorney on specific local laws, it could be up to the establishment. It's possible they could object for health, business, or other reasons. Good luck
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answered on Nov 26, 2022
I cannot answer your question off the top of my head, but the two areas of possible concern:
(1) Are Indiana massage therapists, in general, subject to laws that would prohibit you from practicing in your home? Sources of possible restrictions include the provisions of the Indiana Code... View More
How can I get the title back in my name and out of theirs?
answered on Nov 22, 2022
Your only hope is to sue them, but I don't know what you'd allege. When you signed the title to them, voluntarily, it became their car. I know this was all verbal. See an attorney and expect to pay a good amount for someone to take your case.
My car is mexican and insurance only covers third party accidents. The sheriff said I needed to go to the city so that they would make the electric company pay for the damages. Inspection determined that the pole fell due to the wood being rotten. The car suffered great damages and is unusable now.... View More
answered on Jul 18, 2022
Hopefully, you took several pictures of the car with the downed light pole so that you can prove that the damage to the vehicle was caused by the downed pole. You said that the sheriff was there so the sheriff should have prepared a report, memorializing the downed utility pole and the damage to... View More
Plus taking the exposition of pleading guilty to the facts but not to a crime. This also requires them to PROVE their claims, produce first hand witnesses or injured parties, and require them to prove their bonding information, among other things
answered on Dec 10, 2021
An Indiana attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for a week. There are a number of terms presented here, and the context is not fully clear as to whether they pertain to criminal or civil elements of a legal matter. The admiralty/maritime connection was not readily apparent from... View More
answered on Oct 6, 2019
The short answer is no, however, if prior arrangements are made with the city or town to have a police escort then most likely it would be yes.
I was told by my towns code enforcement that from oct til may 1st you must supply heat. Thank you for response
answered on Apr 2, 2018
There must be an adequate supply of heat for rental properties at all time in Indiana. Essentially, this means year round.
Live on East side guetto of Indy but my husband i are proffesionals with no criminal record. Proud gun owners with license to carry. Earlier this year a guy(age 24) and 2 kids broke into the 3rd house down from mine. I witnessed the crime. Reported it. They came out and spoke to the 3 criminals and... View More
answered on Dec 27, 2017
Your options are to ask to speak to the supervisors of the officers or the chief of police. Another option would be to contact the prosecutors office and schedule an appointment to speak with a prosecutor. Have you also contacted the local media?
answered on May 25, 2017
A local government can require animal owners to register their animals with the local government and a fee can be charged in relation to registration.
All noise ordinances are being followed. Only riding on property we own. Claypool Indiana. Kosciusko County.
answered on Sep 23, 2016
Very good question! While there is a presumption of legality of local ordinances, there may be an overreach here. Have an attorney review the ordinance to see if there is a constitutional violation.
answered on Sep 19, 2016
A lot depends on the size of your backyard. You should probably review local ordinances on noise, parking, etc. Your municipality or political subdivision will have ordinances on file. If you have any concerns, contact an attorney, or perhaps even your zoning board.
answered on Jul 25, 2011
it sounds like a question involving the recent controversy at munster indiana hs. there are valid points on both sides but ultimately it is up to the school board to decide. a legal challenge is academic at this point because the board has apparently retreated from the proposal. this shows that... View More
My neighbor call police about the sound of it because no muffler on it and they told me i cant work on it do i still have right to during day time hours?
answered on Jun 30, 2011
This is likely governed by a local ordinance. Given that every municipality is different, there is no easy answer. You will have to check with the local authority. A permit may also be required depending on the local ordinance.
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