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Q: If I catch a new charge while on probation, do I have to be found guilty for probation to be revoked
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Jan 17, 2024

No. You can be revoked solely based upon the new arrest. Conviction is not necessary.

2 Answers | Asked in Copyright, Criminal Law and Intellectual Property for Kentucky on
Q: CAN I SELL TRUMP'S PRODUCT WITH HIS PICTURE I DOWNLOADED FROM GOOGLE? IT IS A MUG WITH HIS PICTURE ON IT

THIS IS NOT THE FAMOUS MUGSHOT BUT A DIFFERENT PICTURE I GOT FROM A CNN PAGE

Simone Nisbett
Simone Nisbett
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

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Constitutional Law for Kentucky on
Q: Should I be arrested for a mis. tbut? Not read rights,in jail 6 hrs asked for call repeatedly &denied.Should I complain?

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

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Q: How likely is it that my husband will be grnted shock probation after the facility moved him the nite before his hearing

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

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
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.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Identity Theft for Kentucky on
Q: Hi, I'm asking this question in regards to my husband whom is incarcerated for a felony identity theft charge that

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

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
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.

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Constitutional Law and Civil Rights for Kentucky on
Q: Are cops allowed to search your house without u being present

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

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Kentucky on
Q: I feel like my right to a speedy trial has been completely ignored. charged 8 years ago and still no indictment

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...
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Q: Someone is spreading false accusations that we I was 14 (7 years ago) that I asked for inappropriate pictures online.

What should I do? The person I apparently asked for pics was 9 at the time.

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
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.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: In Kentucky, can you give someone a gun without reporting it?
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Jan 3, 2024

Yes. But if it is used illegally and then recovered, they will trace it back to you.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: a friends parent supplied alcohol to my minor child without my consent what can happen to her?

if I report her

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Jan 2, 2024

She could be charged with unlawful transaction with a minor.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: Self defense on a assult 1st degree charge

My fiance has been locked up for 8 years and got into a fight with another inmate.

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Dec 31, 2023

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: I rented a U-Haul and my friend was supposed to return it but stole it instead and nowI’m facing gta charges

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

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and White Collar Crime for Kentucky on
Q: Hypothetically if I changed the date on a Kentucky car title &want to be proactive to make it right how would it be done

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

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
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.

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law, Employment Law and Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: Can an unsupervised probationer half to give consent to a urine sample during a ground search at a business.

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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Q: Are Judges allowed to not honor the ky bail credit statute

The ky bail credit statute states that for each day or a portion of a day the inmate shall receive a credit of $100 per day to put towards their bail and upon having satisfied the bail credit requirements the court SHALL release the inmate and "shall" having a legal definition of... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Dec 27, 2023

They can deny bail credit if certain circumstances exist and the judge determines the defendant is with a danger to the community or that the defendant is a flight risk. Happens all the time.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Identity Theft for Kentucky on
Q: My little sister used my name when police pulled her over and now it's on my record. What should I do?

She didn't have my social number, or id. How could they just believe her?!

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Dec 17, 2023

You need to run your record and see about having everything expunged from it that you can.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Traffic Tickets for Kentucky on
Q: What is the consequences for passing two buses on schools property?

Boone county Kentucky

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Dec 14, 2023

Most likely traffic school on one and hopefully an amendment or dismissal of the second one.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: My son is on home incarceration. No guns in house but what about my car.
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Dec 13, 2023

As long as he does not have access to the car, you should be fine. If he has access to the car, you should remove the gun (s) to a secure location.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: I paid $5,000 to an attorney in clay co, ky. Now I have a public defender appointed and telling me I'm screwed?????

I signed over 2 $1,000 bonds to a lawyer and have receipts for the other $3,000 I paid to an attorney who, without explanation is now prosecuting attorney for the next county and all the sudden not representing me. I showed up to court was appointed a public defender despite my $5,000. This public... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Dec 13, 2023

Write the former lawyer an attorney asking for a refund of the unearned portion of the fee. He is obligated to give you an accounting, possibly a refund and a copy of your file if requested.

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents, Criminal Law and Domestic Violence for Kentucky on
Q: Missed court for a criminal summons & another court date for assault 4 dom. Can I get them redocketed and avoid arrest

Criminal summons was for a car accident where my ex had cancelled the insurance policy on me shortly after the wreck so that it didn’t count on her insurance and I would get stuck with everything. I was unaware this had happened and I thought I was covered. I missed the court date to it due to no... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Dec 7, 2023

Hire a lawyer to redocket them immediately and recall warrants and you can probably avoid being arrested.

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