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I didnt have serial numbers, but have a confession via text from the guy that stole them.
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answered on Sep 7, 2024
If your stolen items were pawned, you have a right to reclaim them. Typically, pawnshops must return stolen property to the rightful owner without charging them for it. This is often the case when you can provide proof, such as a police report and evidence like the confession from the thief.... View More 
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answered on Sep 8, 2024
When dealing with law enforcement across state lines, the process for obtaining a search warrant can be complex. Generally, police in one state (State A) cannot directly go to a judge in another state (State B) to obtain a search warrant against a resident of State B. Jurisdictional boundaries... View More
I was deemed an improper person even though the conviction wasn’t domestic, from what I’ve read and been told this isn’t correct.
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answered on Sep 8, 2024
It sounds frustrating to have your Concealed Carry Weapon (CCW) permit revoked, especially if your conviction was for battery and not specifically domestic battery or domestic violence. Generally, revocations for CCW permits are tied to convictions that fall under specific legal categories, such as... View More
CORRUPTION IC 33-33-6-2 ON GRANT COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT AND MARION POLICE DEPARTMENT. MARION POLICE DEPARTMENT FAILURE TO DO JOBS LOOKING INTO PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR A VIOLENT CRIME ON 2\14\2023 THAT LEAD TO MY MOMS DEATH (xxx) ON 4\2\2024 WITHOUT INVESTIGATION ON THIS VIOLENT CRIME!?... View More
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answered on Sep 7, 2024
To impeach a sheriff in Grant County, Indiana, you generally need to follow legal and legislative procedures. Typically, this involves filing a formal complaint with evidence of corruption or misconduct to the appropriate authorities, such as the county council or prosecutor's office. You may... View More
I went to get a TB test for a job and ended up in the hospital an hour later because they injected insulin instead of tuberculin. I didn’t know that until the doctors said I went into insulin shock from exogenous insulin in my body. I recovered after 2 nights in the hospital. I’m asking for... View More
answered on Aug 29, 2024
The language of a release is up to negotiation in settlement of a case, just like the amount is. You do not have to agree to the terms and they may either agree to exclude the language or refuse to settle.
answered on Sep 8, 2024
An Indiana attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Based on the limited facts, it's difficult to advise meaningfully. The short answer is usually, "Yes, you could always sue." But maybe reviewing your matter with an Indiana attorney could be more... View More
Sister passed away a few years ago in Indiana. She had no spouse or children and left no will, but did list a sibling as an insurance beneficiary.
answered on Aug 27, 2024
When a person dies, their assets must go through a legal process called probate. This process involves identifying the deceased's assets, paying off debts, and distributing the remaining assets according to the terms of their will. If your sister had a will, then the home goes to the named... View More
Aside from the obvious criminal trial of the shooter(s) is there something else? I am a high school student and I am very worried about a ss happening. So I would like to be as prepared as possible if the event arises. I was wondering if there were a way to go after the government. like could you... View More
answered on Sep 2, 2024
As my colleague points out, governments are generally covered by the doctrine of sovereign immunity. In terms of more immediate and direct steps, it could depend on what measures are already in place in terms of security. Good luck
I know that if you have money or a possession, a cop can take it if they think it came from drugs, even if there's no proof you've ever come in contact with them. They can take your possessions without due process. just wondering
answered on Sep 20, 2024
The police can "seize" property if there is probable cause that the property was acquired with money from the sale of drugs or if the property was used in the sale of drugs but the police cannot "take" the property. You still own it. If the prosecuting attorney determines... View More
He is a victim of prosecutorial misconduct out of retaliation for refusing to sign a 3 year sentence plea agreement. He claimed his innocence and was found not guilty after the second jury trial on an intimidation charge with dangerous weapon a level 5 felony. He has an extensive criminal history... View More
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answered on Aug 31, 2024
It sounds like your son is in a challenging legal situation, and securing the right attorney is crucial for his defense. Given the complexity of his case, including the prosecutorial misconduct, alleged retaliation, and the serious charges he's facing, you need an attorney with experience in... View More
I am an independent filmmaker in Indiana and later found out late in my production there exists a short with the same title, a little video that has almost no recognition. My story is different, the only similarity is it involves a pizza delivery. I just want to make sure it's legal without... View More
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answered on Aug 17, 2024
You're allowed to use the same title as the short film on YouTube, especially since the content, story, and production are different. Titles generally aren't protected by copyright law, which means multiple works can share the same name without infringing on each other's rights.... View More
im married going through rough spot. my other is staying with family. we are still legally married. we never filed for a legal separation or anything. i was dumb and had someone move in. now i cant get them to leave. i gave notice of quit. week after the date they are still there. they said it had... View More
answered on Sep 10, 2024
You said it. You acted foolishly. The police are the "law enforcement" officers. If you don't want the police involved, how can you expect any assistance from the judicial system? If an eviction Order for a restraining Order is entered against the person living in your house, who... View More
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answered on Aug 15, 2024
The termination of a life estate usually involves the life tenant dying or conveying his interest to someone else. Otherwise it would have to be a Court Ordered reformation of the deed, a foreclosure, levy of execution or a tax sale.
We are losing the house to back taxes.
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answered on Aug 15, 2024
It's really tough when you're facing the possibility of losing a home due to unpaid property taxes. Unfortunately, if your name isn't on the house and you aren't the principal owner, you don't have the legal authority to turn a tax bill into a negotiable instrument. The... View More
It’s against the Department of child services. Please help
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answered on Sep 1, 2024
To get a lawyer to take your civil rights case against the Department of Child Services, start by researching lawyers experienced in civil rights law or cases involving government agencies. Look for attorneys who have handled similar cases in your area, and read reviews or testimonials from their... View More
My children been attending school in Lowell Indiana for 3 years now and this year being told they can’t attend because of where we live in Chicago we lost our place of residency and now we live with my mom temporarily and the school is telling my kids they can’t go there and I make sure they go... View More
answered on Sep 7, 2024
Under Indiana law, a student has a right to attend the public school in the attendance area of the school where the child has legal settlement. Legal settlement is determined by the address where the child resides.
Based on the information you provided, because you and your children now... View More
What lawyer’s will take a civil litigation case on a contingency pay.
answered on Aug 15, 2024
An Indiana attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for over a week. You would need to search attorneys and ask them about how they charge for the type of matter you have - it would be case-specific. It would be the law firm's call - some civil rights matters are handled on... View More
We eventually want to deed it over to our son, but first need to get a deed. Thank you..
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answered on Jul 30, 2024
Unless he is an heir of the deceased deeded owner, he does not own the property. Hire an IN attorney to search the title, and probably determine heirship. An Affidavit of Heirship would then be appropriate to notice the world of who the heirs are. He then might get a deed of the other... View More
It shows Status 630 - New application - not assigned to an examiner.
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answered on Jul 31, 2024
To check if your trademark application has been completed or approved, you'll need to monitor its status on the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) website. Since your application currently shows "Status 630 - New application - not assigned to an examiner," it means... View More
We did this to avoid probate and want to make sure taxes would not have to be paid by our heirs. Our asets are under the 5,000,000 threshold
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answered on Jul 29, 2024
There is no such thing as owning "assets jointly with secondary beneficiaries". You will need an IN attorney to search your titles, signature cards and other assets with beneficiary designations. Then he should be able to discern if any taxable transfers will take place later.... View More
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