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I was pulled over a few hours ago in Louisiana for a license plate light being out and not having insurance. The officer towed my vehicle due to the lack of insurance. However, before the tow truck arrived, I had my insurance activated with Go Auto Insurance for state liability, but my truck was... View More
I was an infant in the late 1970s or early 1980s when I allegedly overdosed by swallowing pills. I suspect someone may have tried to harm me. My parents' names are Mary Ann and Roland Rene Garic. I'm looking for any police reports or hospital records related to this incident, which... View More
Is it legal for a Louisiana prison to hold my friend past her release date because she does not have, and cannot obtain, a copy of her birth certificate? She is a Mississippi native but has been a Louisiana resident for over 30 years and has been in and out of the Louisiana prison system multiple... View More
I had my car taken without permission, and it was held with a police hold which has now been dropped. The person who took it signed an affidavit confirming they didn't have my permission. My car is held at George Bails Towing in Louisiana for about 28 days. They've informed me of a $31... View More
I was charged with possession a year ago and took a plea deal after attempting to challenge jurisdiction, as I felt I was being railroaded. My court-appointed lawyer informed the prosecutor that all the dates and times were incorrect for my charges, which I believe should have led to a dismissal.... View More
There were 3.sheriff deputies at my door, then I noticed 2 more in my yard. They didn't write down anything, asked for my ID, and didn't leave a card. They were in sheriff dept uniforms but I didn't see the vehicle.

answered on Jan 13, 2025
It's understandable to feel uneasy in this situation. Typically, law enforcement officers conducting a census or survey should clearly explain their purpose and provide proper identification. They should also be transparent about how the information will be used and ensure your privacy is... View More
Person who hit us was traveling over 100mph and was not ticketed or checked for substances: the officer said he didn’t have the heart to do either because he knew the offender and the man had liver cancer. The city of Shreveport had received several calls about the speeder and did nothing! We... View More

answered on Oct 6, 2024
I agree with my colleagues that you should reach out to attorneys in Louisiana. Free initial consults without obligation are customary in such cases. Something doesn't add up in your figures - three people in a vehicle in a 100-plus mile an hour collision and $6,500 being offered - is that... View More
As stated above local PD fail to take action against thief who stole and totaled my only car . This isn't the first time they fail me, last summer my car was vandalized on several occasions broken windows and windshield etc. even on camera from hotel security footage still nothing done not... View More

answered on Aug 31, 2024
You’ve clearly faced a lot of frustration with how the local police department has handled these serious incidents. In Louisiana, you might consider filing a lawsuit against the police department for negligence or failure to act, but it’s important to understand that these cases can be complex.... View More

answered on Jul 27, 2024
The federal government would follow the new ruling, as would the lower district and circuit courts from which the case made its way to the Supreme Court. Good luck
I am something like a whistle blower the town i live in does not deliver mail to u naturally like everywhere else in U.S. so they force you to buy a post office box to receive mail. Upon further investigation i realize that is not legal so bi email the post office and the postmaster get in touch... View More

answered on Mar 3, 2024
In the United States, taking legal action against the post office, which is a federal entity, involves specific challenges and procedures due to its governmental status. Generally, suing the United States Postal Service (USPS) is allowed under certain conditions, primarily through the Federal Tort... View More
Please keep in mind, Florida has no state income tax

answered on Mar 2, 2024
No, Florida will not issue a commercial driver's license (CDL) to someone who has a current CDL suspension in another state, even if it is for unpaid taxes rather than a driving-related offense.
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulates CDLs, and under those regulations... View More
down for cooking homemade meals out of our kitchen. Looking to see what our options are to keep our ministry afloat....legally.

answered on Feb 26, 2024
Facing a shutdown by the health department for cooking homemade meals in your kitchen can be disheartening, especially when your mission is to feed the sick and indigent. However, there are steps you can take to navigate this situation and continue your important work within legal boundaries.... View More
State income tax unpaid,from a different state

answered on Jan 22, 2024
If your driver's license is suspended in one state due to unpaid state taxes, this can affect your ability to obtain a driver's license in another state. Most states are part of the Driver's License Compact, an agreement that facilitates the exchange of information about license... View More
As a machine learning engineer, I'm interested in developing a service that offers a chat solution similar to ChatGPT (like the one from OpenAI), but specifically fine-tuned using public codes from municode.com. I'm considering seeking legal advice for this endeavor.

answered on Jan 31, 2024
This could be something that intellectual property attorneys would have insight into, but your question remains open for two weeks. It may have been overlooked in the posted categories of Government & Municipal Law. Some questions go unanswered on this forum, but you could try reposting under... View More
I have a customer with an open charge account on net 30 day payment terms. His operations manager signed the credit application which in short says we reserve the right to charge interest on past due balances (1.5%/month). After seeing the writing on the wall and realizing I would have to get an... View More

answered on Dec 5, 2023
This is a state law agency question, not really a bankruptcy question. However, it appears, from the facts you laid out that the operations manager likely was the owner's agent and therefore authorized to sign contracts on behalf of the business. For a better answer, however, you should... View More
I am trying to apply for TSA PreCheck but they need more info about an open charge. In 1969 during a student protest in Baton Rouge, LA, I was arrested and charged, along with 10+ other students with a criminal charge. We were defended by the ACLU, I believe. However, after receiving the records... View More

answered on Nov 18, 2023
In Louisiana, the notation "Pass without date" in a court case typically indicates that the case was postponed indefinitely. This can happen for various reasons, such as a lack of evidence, a decision not to prosecute, or other administrative reasons. However, without a specific dismissal... View More
How do we take possession or move home if we don’t know where owners are or if they still own it

answered on Nov 9, 2023
To address the issue of an abandoned mobile home on your mother's property, it is necessary to follow the legal procedures set forth by the state of Louisiana.
First, you should attempt to locate the owner using any available contact information, and if that fails, you may need to... View More
Are there privacy statements that the applicant signs away?

answered on Oct 18, 2023
When obtaining or renewing a Louisiana driver's license, there may be certain privacy policies and agreements that applicants are required to acknowledge and sign. The specific laws and regulations governing this process can be found in the Louisiana Administrative Code, Title 55, which... View More
I had an arrest expunged, 2020 and graduated from lpn program in 2023, the arrest was not disclosed on the lpn application but was disclosed on the RN application that I was attending prior too. The board is now accusing me of fraud. I recieved an administrative code from 2020 stating I have... View More

answered on Sep 11, 2023
While seeking information and guidance from this Board is good, yoou really should seek and consult with an attorney who handles Board work for the practitioner, and especially one who does this regularly in front of the nursing board---someone like that will have a better insight into what the... View More
I showed up for a meeting on Thursday to find out I was terminated without notice and for reasons that are false .The mayor said he and the city council voted to remove me on July 6,2023 .

answered on Jul 11, 2023
This may be a violation of your rights, as public housing commissioners are entitled to due process before being terminated. You may want to request a copy of the meeting minutes from July 4, 2023, file a complaint with the housing authority, or consult with an attorney.
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