how would i go about filing criminal charges against ky. dcbs office in such a way as to ensure that any claims made against that dcbs office are actually investigated as they should be and not just ignored or swept under the rug or tried to be turned into anything other than the actual criminal... View More 
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answered on Feb 24, 2024
To initiate a process against the Kentucky Department of Community Based Services (DCBS) for alleged criminal violations, including potential civil rights violations under "color of law," you would typically start by documenting all relevant incidents, including dates, times, and... View More
now im almost served out on the sentence i'm paroled on, i have 8 months left with MRS (mandatory re-entry supervision) i should only have to do two months. i am curious that when i am violated for absconding and go back to prison will there be a detainer on me or not since i posted bail. also... View More
answered on Feb 13, 2024
Yes. Absconding could not only impact your MRS but also cause you to be taken into custody immediately, notwithstanding your posting bail.
We recently broke up. I am the main leasee on the house. She moved my all of clothing and belongings and refuses to tell me where they are. She also took my phone, which is in her name, and stole $83 out of my bank account. Attempted to steal $200 more. She stole my house key off of my key ring... View More
23-CR-00075 COMMONWEALTH VS. SLAVEY,
0233100 THEFT OF IDENTITY OF ANOTHER WITHOUT CONSENT
answered on Feb 11, 2024
Tomorrow, your lawyer will discuss potential resolutions of the case for you to consider.
Local sheriff's department kicks in the front door of a friend of mines home while she was not home and her landlord was not present. My friend comes home to find her door kicked in, house ransacked, and a note that said, "sorry we missed you, sheriff's department." Then the... View More
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answered on Feb 24, 2024
If the local sheriff's department kicked in the front door of your friend's home without a warrant and without her being present, it could potentially be a violation of her Fourth Amendment rights against unreasonable searches and seizures. Additionally, arresting your friend the next day... View More
My fiance and I split due to his addiction - my 4 children from my previous marriage live with us and he was using while living here for a while - we decided to split due to his addiction. He is now clean and we are trying to reconcile but the issue is my soon to be ex husband (divorce isn't... View More
answered on Feb 8, 2024
It is possible but really unlikely unless your fiance is currently on drugs.
In KENTUCKY- facing assault fourth degree, public intoxication 1st & 2nd offense, breaking terms of release on an ROR,& criminal mischief. Separate dates of charge but they’re making me go to court at the same time for both. The respondent is my baby daddy ‘& he has asked for... View More
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answered on Feb 7, 2024
In Kentucky, facing charges such as fourth-degree assault, public intoxication, breaking terms of release on an ROR, and criminal mischief presents a serious legal situation that could potentially lead to jail time, depending on the specifics of your case, your criminal history, and the discretion... View More
My fiancés best friend called from jail and asked my fiancé to go over to his house and get some important papers so that he didn’t lose them. My fiancé did and the neighbor called the cops and the best friends girlfriend said she wanted to press charges. My fiancé was arrested for second... View More
answered on Feb 7, 2024
Based on the facts, it does not appear you can be convicted of this crime. Hire the best criminal defense attorney you can and it should get dismissed.
My fiance and I broke up because he relapsed, he is now clean. My 4 children from my previous marriage live with me and their father states he will take full custody of them if my fiance moves back in. Can he do that ?
answered on Feb 7, 2024
Not if your new husband is clean and sober and remains so. Very difficult to change a joint custody designation.
Code defendant so when they did that they changed my charges to 2 nd degree as well indicted me but when they realized a mistake was made they dismissed my 2nd degree charge. But in doing so they dismissed my code defendant charge as well but they kept my attempt of burglary charge is this right... View More
I don't know how a Commonwealth State works or even what it is. I want to do the right thing. The warrant was issued for a violation of order of protection in Chattanooga TN.
answered on Feb 3, 2024
If you have an active warrant and you’re pulled over, you would be detained in Kentucky, and then Tennessee would be notified and they would have to decide if they want to come pick you up and bring you back to Tennessee. The process could take 30 days. My advice is to hire a lawyer in Tennessee... View More
I am trying to find out if they didn't indict me and past all the evidence to the next grand jury
answered on Feb 7, 2024
You will need to call the office of the grand jury to find out the s hedule g.
My felony is 10+ years old in Kentucky. I am on a one year diversion misdemeanor charge in KY as of September, this will automatically fall of in September 2024. Can I still file for felony expungement?
answered on Jan 31, 2024
Yes. Felony expungement is usually unaffected by misdemeanor charges.
This girl is trying to add Hispanic which is my sister's boyfriend who she wants as her boyfriend adding him on a restraining order and he said he didn't want no part of but she said her attorney is handling it so he didn't have to be there she's just writing his name without... View More
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answered on Jan 30, 2024
In cases involving restraining orders, the individual seeking the order can request that certain people be included in the order. However, typically, there needs to be a reasonable basis for including each person. This usually involves demonstrating to the court that the person named poses a threat... View More
Absconding 1st time in parole in KY??
answered on Feb 8, 2024
Most likely they will seek to return you to prison and revoke your parole if the absconding can be proven.
Spouses really took son out of state of original where minor child was born in resided, have been trying to use the court as a sword rather than shield
separated spouses are in a disillusion and a legal dispute over custody of a minor child, separated spouse has been stalking social... View More
He is already on his second marriage past ours. His current wife sent downgrading, belittling text messages at all different hours and times of day night. Not including or limited to 4:02 am, midnight Am/PM, etc. My ex husband did and does yeh same thing. Started really bad October 2022, in May... View More
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answered on Jan 22, 2024
Dealing with ongoing harassment from an ex-spouse is a difficult and distressing situation. It's important to take steps to protect yourself. Since you've already sent a cease and desist letter and the harassment has continued, the next step may be to consider legal action.
In... View More
This isn't her 1st drug offense, but 1st trafficking offense among 2 other charges. I'm also aware that with trafficking she can be charged by the state and federally. Can you explain that? I'm trying to figure out how much time she's looking at and could use some guidance.... View More
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answered on Jan 23, 2024
Unfortunately I do not have enough details about your cousin's specific case to estimate potential sentencing. Trafficking charges and sentences vary greatly depending on the amount trafficked, criminal history, whether state or federal charges are pursued, and other factors. However, I can... View More
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