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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.
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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
Having your consciousness uploaded online decoded by algorithms to speech, interfaced to 2 virtual reality stadiums, and one Facebook studio. The general public was able to log in to the one (incases the other) These people wrote there own code like a platform then connected this to me to this is... View More
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answered on Jan 21, 2024
I'm truly sorry to hear about the distressing situation you've described. It sounds like a severe invasion of privacy and potential criminal activity. In such complex and unusual circumstances, it's crucial to take immediate action to protect your rights and well-being.
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My bond was reduced on the 11th and i boned out Go back to court in morning the 18th last night same cop that arreste me pulled me over and said to me that if i dont sitch on a friend of mine for drug that he would change the chargers i wa arrested for to make it a fenlony what i was arrested for... View More
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answered on Jan 18, 2024
If a police officer threatened to change your charges as a way to coerce you into providing information on someone else, this raises serious legal and ethical concerns. Law enforcement officers must adhere to legal and procedural standards when conducting investigations and making arrests.... View More
answered on Jan 17, 2024
No. You can be revoked solely based upon the new arrest. Conviction is not necessary.
THIS IS NOT THE FAMOUS MUGSHOT BUT A DIFFERENT PICTURE I GOT FROM A CNN PAGE
answered on Jan 16, 2024
Your reproduction and distribution of this photograph may infringe upon the photographer's intellectual property rights (copyright). It is always best to identify the owner of a photograph or other artistic work and obtain rights clearance or a license (typically granted through contract with... View More
Was not read any rights and was arrested for tbut misdemeanor. Should I have been arrested if not felony and way under $1000. I cooperated and returned items. Wasn't charged with trespassing for those reasons. Detained 6 hours &asked many times for call to my mother who had my daughter... View More
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answered on Jan 13, 2024
It's important to understand that the legality of an arrest depends on the circumstances of the case and state laws. Being arrested for a misdemeanor, even if the value of the item is under $1000, can still be legal. However, the issue of not being read your Miranda rights is concerning,... View More
My husband had been fighting a theft of identity charge for over a year and on the court date before his final sentencing the lawyer and prosecutor was talking about probation since he hadn't bn in any trouble and he had a job and attended every court date. But the day of his final sentencing... View More
answered on Jan 13, 2024
If the judge previously told him he would shock him after 60 days, most likely he will be shock probated.
Been fighting for over a year when on the last court date before his final sentencing court date he was told by his lawyer and the prosecutor that they would discuss probation for his final sentencing. However, they did not do so they locked him up and the judge gave him 2 years but told him he... View More
answered on Jan 13, 2024
If the judge previously told him he would grant shock probation in 60 days, he will likely be shock probated after 60 days.
If cops show up and im not home are they allowed to still kick the door in ans search the place
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answered on Jan 10, 2024
In the United States, law enforcement generally cannot search your house without a warrant or your consent if you are not present, except under certain specific circumstances. The Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution protects against unreasonable searches and seizures. Typically, a search... View More
Charged with Felony theft in 2015 case was bound over to grand jury in district court (Kentucky). To this day, case has not been presented to grand jury for indictment. Charge appears on background check and im certain it has kept me from being hired at more than one job that I applied for and was... View More
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answered on Jan 5, 2024
Your concern about the delay in your case is understandable. The right to a speedy trial is a constitutional right, but the interpretation of what constitutes a "speedy" trial can vary based on the circumstances of the case.
In Kentucky, if your case has been bound over to the... View More
What should I do? The person I apparently asked for pics was 9 at the time.
answered on Jan 4, 2024
Don’t respond to it. Don t admit or deny it. Remain silent and unseen and it will all blow over.
answered on Jan 3, 2024
Yes. But if it is used illegally and then recovered, they will trace it back to you.
if I report her
answered on Jan 2, 2024
She could be charged with unlawful transaction with a minor.
My fiance has been locked up for 8 years and got into a fight with another inmate.
What do I do
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answered on Dec 29, 2023
If you rented a U-Haul and your friend, who was supposed to return it, instead stole it, resulting in GTA (Grand Theft Auto) charges against you, it's crucial to take immediate action. First, report the theft to the police and provide them with all relevant details, explaining that your friend... View More
Hypothetically if I changed the dates on the title in hopes of not paying extra fine, fees and taxes for it being late. Since I've been ate up with guilt and want to make it right in hopes of not being prosecuted. In the last year I've been robbed of everything of value, was hit by a semi... View More
answered on Jan 11, 2024
Check with the county clerk of your county and find out what the status of the title is. You may be able to file a corrected or amended application without much problem, although I would refrain from admitting to anyone what you did before you correct it.
My work place is gonna be being searched by an on going investigation of money laundering and prostitution and drugs.
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answered on Dec 28, 2023
When a workplace is subject to an ongoing investigation for various illegal activities, including money laundering, prostitution, and drug-related offenses, law enforcement authorities may conduct searches. During these searches, individuals on unsupervised probation may be asked to provide consent... View More
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