I was falsely charged with distribution of methamphetamine, though the charges were dismissed in the interest of justice, and all costs were taxed to the state. I believe these charges were fabricated as part of election tampering by the now-elected sheriff and his newly appointed Chief Deputy, who... View More

I am 17 years old and living in Florida. I have a job and earn my own money, which I typically use for personal expenses. My parents want me to buy a cruise ticket with my own money to join them on a trip, but I don't want to go and didn't agree to this expense. There are no existing... View More

My son has been in jail for 123 days after being arrested outside my home while in a state of full psychosis. This happened after a nurse informed his probation officer that he needed to go to the ER for treatment. Instead, he was arrested, tased, denied a phone call, and the public defender... View More

I was assaulted by my sister's husband in Washington, Iowa, on December 4, 2024, while trying to retrieve a BMW I inherited from my brother's estate, for which my sister is the administrator. The assault resulted in a broken nose and a dislocated jaw. Although I reported the incident and... View More

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answered on Mar 5, 2025

No, your due process rights have not been violated. Keep calling the police and requesting information about the investigation and ask why nothing has progressed.

I have been a registered s** offender for 10 years under 34 U.S.C. § 20915 with no additional offenses and have complied with all registration requirements. I am unsure about the specific requirements for terminating registration in Federal Court. How do I file a Motion to Terminate Registration?

Is the phrase "eat s*** and die," when used in an email directed at a U.S. Senate member, considered a death threat under Iowa law?

Does a DCI agent have the right to take over and manage the case of a suspected suicide (his first cousin) in Council Bluffs, Iowa? The agent took the keys to the deceased person's house, along with other property and the suicide note, which was read and discussed by others before the parents... View More

I have a misdemeanor theft charge from 2010, for which I completed probation and community service. I recently got a position as a cook in a nursing home. Will this charge affect my background check and the possibility of securing the job?

I am facing charges for possession of a firearm by a prohibited person, but the only item found in my apartment was a CO2 handgun. In Iowa, a CO2 handgun is not classified as a firearm according to state codes. Law enforcement discovered it by breaking into my safe during a search with a warrant. I... View More

I submitted an application to expunge two dismissed cases, each with a different case number, from an incident in August 2024. Another case from the same incident was placed on deferred judgment, and I applied for early probation termination a few months ago, but it was denied due to the... View More

My boyfriend was pulled over in Iowa at 4:30 a.m. for a loud muffler in my vehicle and charged with OWI, even though tests showed no substances in his system. He has PTSD, causing him to stutter and act nervously when questioned, which may be misinterpreted. The officer known for profiling,... View More

Can I wear an anti-LGBTQ shirt that states something along the lines of "Trans people are not real. They are just pretending to be the opposite gender or are men in dresses and are not women" at a public college like Iowa State University without consequences? I wouldn't technically... View More

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answered on Jun 29, 2024

This question touches on complex issues of free speech rights and university policies. Here are some key points to consider:

1. Public universities, as government institutions, generally must respect First Amendment free speech rights. This means they have limited ability to restrict... View More

I had three DUIs in 2015, 2016, and 2021. I paid for everything, served one month in jail, and also completed all the tasks given by the court order. I'll finish my probation this coming October. Can I go to Vietnam and then return to the US without getting deported or having my green card... View More

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answered on May 11, 2024

Having a history of DUIs should not directly impact your ability to travel to Vietnam and return to the United States, as long as you have a valid green card and have completed all court-ordered requirements related to your DUIs. However, there are a few considerations to keep in mind:

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I was stopped in pdc, wi, arrested on unknown warrant, charged with 4 felonies and 1 mis, extradited 15 miles to Clayton county, IA, charged with 1 felony, $10,000 cash only nationwide extraditable warrant for less than $100 in dope that I wasn't home when "buy" happened, first... View More

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answered on Feb 23, 2024

It sounds like you've been through a challenging and unjust situation involving law enforcement. It's crucial to find a competent attorney who is experienced in handling cases of police misconduct and civil rights violations. While I can't recommend specific attorneys, you may want... View More

In Omaha I got into it with the bouncers and the cops came. I was drunk. The cops ended up beating & choking me till my head n lips were blue n purple. half of it on video. They were beating on me with their fists hitting me in my head repeatedly. They did everything to me except shoot me taze... View More

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answered on Jan 28, 2024

Based on the details provided, it does sound like there could have been violations of your rights and excessive use of force by the police officers. Some key things to consider:

- The repeated beating and choking clearly seems excessive, especially once you were subdued and not posing an... View More

I had a strong case with witnesses one which was there during the traffic stop and even claimed the drugs found because they were his but he was released n I was arrested ( so much involved not enough room to text) and had cop cam to prove alot of the wrong doing n violations of my rights . I... View More

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answered on Jan 24, 2024

Your situation raises concerns about the handling of your case and the legal advice you received. It's not uncommon for cases to be resolved through plea agreements, even on the day of trial. However, the decision to accept a plea should be based on a thorough understanding of your case, the... View More