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Q: Possible outcome?

What is the possible outcome of my current charges wanton endangerment 1st fleeing evading 1st and reckless driving first? Im on ankle monitor and One prior arrest 5 years ago harassment physical contact no injury

Leland Hulbert
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Leland Hulbert
answered on Apr 21, 2023

There are a wide range of penalties with those charges. If you’re still in District Court, there’s a chance you could get a misdemeanor on the cases. If you’ve been indicted in you’re likely to get a felony, and if you’re not a prior convicted, felon, felony diversion would be your best... View More

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Q: My mother in law threatened to kill all my pets if I didn't do exactly what she told me to and abandoned them

She threatened to kill every thing alive I cared about on her land to prove to me even though she had allowed this for 40 years, that my fish and pond were worthless and I had no claim

5 yrs ago it's extortion and emotional duress what can I do? Thank you

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Apr 22, 2023

What is your question?

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Identity Theft for Kentucky on
Q: Is it identity theft if a person gives permission for a utility bill to be in their name and then also live at address

I was told my son who is 20 has an open investigation on me over his credit brcaose of some utility bills in his name, if he gave permission for saod bills, then that's not illegal correct?

Leland Hulbert
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Leland Hulbert
answered on Apr 13, 2023

I don’t understand you’re a fact pattern. It would only be identity theft if someone tries to assume an identity or get a benefit from using another persons identity.

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes, Civil Rights and Domestic Violence for Kentucky on
Q: My fiancee faces Felony Strang. after cops illegally entered my home. Prosecutor wants me to build a case. I said no!!

1 officer let himself into my home through 2 doors & a flight of stairs! I had called 911 & hung up to scare my husband.

The cop opened my front door & chased my husband down. I stood there in shock. A few minutes later, another officer arrived & told me to put my dog up so... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Apr 12, 2023

Hire the best criminal defense attorney for your husband that you can find.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: I was pulled over for bogus reasons but the officers found drugs. Should I just plead guilty?

?

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Apr 10, 2023

More information and facts are necessary to give a proper answer, but if you consented to a search of your vehicle without a warrant, you may be on the right track.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Nursing Home Abuse and Domestic Violence for Kentucky on
Q: Will a pending assault charge prohibit me from being granted a nursing license?
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Apr 5, 2023

Possibly. You need to get that charge dismissed if at all possible.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: Can law enforcement force you to file an epo
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Apr 4, 2023

No. They cannot.

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Q: Can a peace officer take my business check books and keep them
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Mar 29, 2023

Depends on whether has had probable cause to believe a crime has been committed. He can also take them pursuant to a warrant.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Kentucky on
Q: On pretrial deferment (checking in once every three months through an app) can my husband have a firearm In the home

Thank you for your time

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Mar 22, 2023

No. Not during the diversion period. (Possession of a firearm during diversion can result in him

Being charged as a felon in possession).

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: How long do the courts have to indict someone in the state of Kentucky? I know that they have 60 days if your still in

Jail but does that 60 days still apply if you’re out on bond?

Leland Hulbert
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Leland Hulbert
answered on Mar 22, 2023

Typically you have a year to indict under most general procedures of Prosecutor’s offices in Kentucky but you can always charge a felony. There are no statutes of limitations on felonies. There is a one you statute of limitation on misdemeanors but misdemeanors don’t get indicted by themselves.... View More

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Q: can rent a center come into your house while youre in jail to steal property youre paying on, WITHOUT your permission

my mother was in jail for no more than 12 hours, i got a call from rent a center asking me for a key to her house to take the items shes paying for. theres no way thats legal and i need to see if theres anything i can do in this situation

Leland Hulbert
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Leland Hulbert
answered on Mar 19, 2023

They cannot break into your home and take items. They would need a Court order to forcibly remove items but they can file a lawsuit or request criminal charges if a person is holding their property and payment is past due.

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: Filed probation violation arrest warrant in wrong court?

My husband was picked up on probation violation. He case was originally assigned to division 1 in circuit Court but without any reason or notification, probation and parole filed the violation in division 2. This is in kentucky. Are they allowed to switch courts like that in the middle of case... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Mar 19, 2023

Although it is not normally done, they can do that if the judge has a conflict or necessary reason.

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: If I shoot somebody and get convicted of aggravated assault and that person dies can they still convict me of murder
Leland Hulbert
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Leland Hulbert
answered on Mar 14, 2023

Technically yes, but it is not likely. You also wouldn’t be convicted of murder, until they prove it at trial or you take a plea.

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: kentucky expunction.

How long does it take to get KSP eligibility certificate back once requested. I hired an attorney and he requested for KSP certificate on 11/28/22. After 2 weeks of trying to get ahold of my attorney I was finally able to reach Mr. Sims. on 3/8/23. He inform me that KSP has not responded yet. Is... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Mar 10, 2023

Current response time is 60-90 days. 3 1/2 month wait is not unusual. Mr. Sims knows what he’s doing. Stick with him.

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: If I have 24 months supervised federal probation and I violate with 5 months left how much time will i have to do?
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Mar 7, 2023

Part or all of the time that was withheld for 24 mo the.

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: How can I take care of an active warrant on a closed case?
Leland Hulbert
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Leland Hulbert
answered on Mar 6, 2023

I would hire an experienced attorney who practices in the county where your warrant is. He or she should be able to help you communicate with the prosecutor, and get the warrant, set aside and reappear before the court.

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Q: Do I have to show up to court for my diversion completion? Or can I choose not to go?
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Mar 1, 2023

You don’t have to go but make sure your attorney sees that it is completed.

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: I got put on diversion last year March 20th. I looked to check to see if I have any court dates come up and it says

I have a court date for diversion on March 20th why would I have to go back to court for my diversion is it completed now and they are dismissing it or what is going on?

Leland Hulbert
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Leland Hulbert
answered on Feb 28, 2023

The court date is likely for the case to be dismissed. You don’t necessarily have to attend, but I would have your attorney attend to make sure that it goes through.

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Domestic Violence for Kentucky on
Q: Can a victim drop domestic assault charges and avoid going to court

I live in Kentucky

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Feb 27, 2023

No. Whether to prosecute or dismiss the charges is solely up to the prosecutor.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: If you are not indicted by GJ in 60 days will the jail just let you out

On day 61 will you just be released from jail? Does your lawyer have to do something? They have to let you out on day 61 if no indictment yet?

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Feb 18, 2023

Your lawyer will need to file a motion for release on day 61.

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