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I'm currently going through a custody battle with child services in Pikeville, KY. When I had my son in February, both of us had drugs in our system. He was born at 35 weeks and stayed in the hospital for two weeks due to jaundice and other issues, though he didn't need medication for... View More 
answered on May 15, 2025
Have your paid lawyer file a motion to substitute counsel and file the administrative appeal. Good luck on your next test.
Is it legal for a cemetery in Jefferson County to require individuals to purchase a basic rectangular headstone directly from them for $8,000, despite similar custom headstones available from third parties costing around $200? The cemetery insists on this purchase and does not allow third-party... View More
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answered on May 14, 2025
Your frustration is completely valid—what you’re describing feels like an unfair restriction, especially when there are much more affordable options available. In Jefferson County, KY, and in most parts of the U.S., private cemeteries are allowed to set their own rules for what headstones they... View More
I am a registered ** offender in Kentucky due to a non-domestic Class B misdemeanor for sexual abuse in the third degree that occurred in 2009. My record is otherwise clean, and I am currently on unsupervised release. I still have another three years left to register on the list. I want to ensure... View More
My wife and I were issued a trespassing ban by police at a public cemetery, although we broke no laws. The police claimed we were causing a disturbance but did not clarify or detail what disturbance they believed occurred. We have witness statements and video evidence showing we were not causing... View More
I have suffered 9 years of lease violations and inadequate maintenance from Williamsburg Housing Authority. Issues include health code violations, no notice for inspections, unexplained changes in lease renewal given 15 days before the deadline, and unauthorized maintenance actions like door... View More
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answered on Apr 8, 2025
It’s frustrating and deeply unfair to endure nearly a decade of violations and feel like no one’s willing to help. What you’ve described—retaliation, lack of accommodations, unauthorized surveillance, and poor living conditions—is not only wrong, it may very well be illegal. The fact that... View More
In 2020, I was found in contempt of court in a civil case in Kentucky for violating a judgment rule stating that I should have no direct or indirect contact with the plaintiffs. I spoke to a surveyor who asked me a question about our property, which led to the contempt charge. Now, the plaintiffs... View More
answered on Apr 7, 2025
Probation can last up to two years. You are entitled to a hearing on the contempt both to see if you violated the order and if you did, what is the appropriate sentence.
I live in Hardin County, Kentucky, and recently had a visit from animal control. They informed me that I must stay outside with my house dog whenever she's on a lead and that she needs to have a shelter, even though she is not an outside dog. She only goes outside to relieve herself. By law,... View More
answered on Apr 3, 2025
Yes. Under the Hardin County Animal Control Regulations, shelter is required because the lead evidences intent to leave the dog outside for extended periods.
I'm a resident of Clark County, Kentucky, and my neighbor gave me a dog over 6 months ago. She recently mentioned that her ex-boyfriend in Breathitt County wants the dog back and claims to have the original Bill of Sale. The Breathitt County Sheriff's Department allegedly contacted her,... View More
answered on Apr 1, 2025
The dog belongs.to you now. The Sheriff is her problem, not yours.
I was arrested twice, once for drug trafficking and once for drug possession and unlawful transaction with a minor. The charges were dismissed in both cases, and I have no ongoing legal proceedings aside from a bench warrant for failing to appear in a traffic case. Six weeks after being hired, my... View More
answered on Mar 24, 2025
That decision is solely up to the School Board since Kentucky is an at will employment state. Since the charges were dismissed, it really shouldn't affect your employment. However, you may want to consider having the record expunged altogether so that this problem doesn't arise in the future.
I have been informed that there is a small arrearage amount due from when my child was in the custody of the Cabinet for Health and Family Services. My child returned to my custody in May, but the child support system did not stop support payments, and as such, the arrears reflected on the system... View More
answered on Mar 19, 2025
Wait for the audit. That should cure the error without further action on your part.
I received a DUI and was notified that my driver's license is suspended for 18 months. I haven't been found guilty yet, and my next court date is in December. Is it legal for them to suspend my license before a court conviction, and what steps can I take?
answered on Mar 19, 2025
Yes. Pre-trial suspension is expressly authorized by statute.
In Louisville, KY, what was the fine amount for a first offense of illegally buying a bus transfer in 2006?
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
In Louisville, Kentucky, the fine for purchasing a bus transfer illegally in 2006 isn't readily available in public records. Typically, such offenses are classified as minor infractions or violations, which may result in a fine or citation. However, specific penalty amounts for this particular... View More
My friend was arrested and charged with burglary after his girlfriend, who was incarcerated, gave him the keys to her safe to retrieve money meant for hiring her a lawyer. She instructed him to avoid the cameras because of her dad, so he entered through a window. Her dad, who is pressing charges,... View More
answered on Mar 6, 2025
Yes. He can. There is no statute of limitations on a felony.
I am a resident of Turkey and recently lost my brother, who lived in the United States. He has left behind money in an account with Limestone Bank. I am the next of kin, but I am not familiar with the process of claiming inheritance as a non-resident. Additionally, there have been unauthorized... View More
answered on Mar 3, 2025
Hire a lawyer in or near the city where your brother lived so he can flush out the details of the expenditures and still protect your interests at the same time.
I stay in a sober living facility, and before entering, they require a pat-down with hands up and a security wand scan, conducted by hired security. This procedure was not included in the facility's rules or policies. Is this practice legal?
I am on supervised probation in Kentucky and recently moved back to my residence after graduating from a sober living house. My probation officer visited my home, claiming someone reported that I was living with my boyfriend, who is also a felon. My boyfriend was not present, and there were no... View More
answered on Feb 24, 2025
Most likely the judge granted your PO authority to do this without returning to court. Check your probation papers. If so, it is perfectly legal. If not, you may have an actionable claim.
I forgot to report to probation on the day my residence was searched. The police said they acted on a tip about drug activity, but there was no search warrant, and I wasn't home to give consent for the search. My ex-husband, who lives behind me and not at my residence, let them in. They found... View More
answered on Feb 22, 2025
Yes. They can enter and search if you are on probation. Your consent would have been included in the probation papers you initially signed.
I am living in Turkey and have an inheritance in Limestone Bank, Kentucky, USA, left to me by my uncle who lived in the US. Despite having all the legal documents from the bank and sending emails to them, I have not received any response. It's been challenging to contact them and access my... View More
answered on Feb 18, 2025
One would have to see the documents you have to be an lol e to properly advise you. Consider hiring a lawyer in the city where the bank is located and who can possibly get things worked out for you.
I am the petitioner in an Emergency Protective Order (EPO) in Kentucky. Our circumstances have changed, and both parties agreed to work on the relationship. We have an EPO hearing this week, and there are no related criminal charges. I have not yet consulted with anyone about the cancellation... View More
answered on Feb 16, 2025
You will need to go to court and ask the judge to dismiss the petition.
My uncle has been in jail awaiting trial for a year. His criminal case status now says 'disposed' and 'case dismissed,' but he is still incarcerated on the same charge. What could this mean, and what steps should we take to address his ongoing detention?
answered on Feb 14, 2025
You need to have his lawyer file a motion for his immediate release.
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