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I honestly had not bought any otc flushing products but was nervous to pee so I drank more water then I should have. besides all that I’m wondering if at the arraignment I should plead guilty or not. Thank you!
answered on Mar 10, 2022
No one can give you competent legal advice for your particular situation over the internet and without examining the evidence. That would be like you saying you have a cough and me saying "yep, you definitely have tuberculosis". You should consult with a local attorney quickly, preferably... View More 
He has problems with what he say he will do but does not not act on them. He did in fact do things that would cause him to have a DV charge but how do we get the charges lesser then what they are, he honestly just needs counseling something that should have been assigned before
answered on Mar 10, 2022
Are you the victim? You need to understand that it's very common in domestic violence situations for the victim to say what you're saying. Domestic violence is treated seriously because even though you may feel this way, and know and claim to understand him better than anyone else, the... View More
Suppose my 17/18 year old son is pulled over by a police officer and the officer suspects use/possession of THC or nicotine and asks to search the vehicle. Keep in mind there is a locked container in the trunk of the vehicle.
Scenario 1: my son denies permission for a search. Does the... View More
answered on Mar 6, 2022
A proper search is premised on either a warrant exception (e.g., for vehicles, that is usually "plain view"), a warrant with probable cause, or consent. The police are always free to ask for consent to search.
In both your scenarios, I could see the police confiscating the box; I... View More
If consent for a search is denied, but the officer has probable cause, are locked containers in the trunk subject to search? What if the key is not available to unlock the container?
answered on Mar 5, 2022
Search challenges are fact-dependent. No real way to say "yay" or "nay" without seeing the reports and knowing what the container was and what the police had reason to look for.
We are a small business in Colorado, who had a customer record our conversation without consent . We would like to possible pursue a case against this customer pursuant to Michigan’s eavesdropping statute prohibits recording in-person and telephone conversations without consent from all parties,... View More
answered on Mar 5, 2022
If you're looking for criminal charges, contact the police. If you're looking for civil damages, they problem will be what damage you've sustained? Did they just record the conversation for their own purposes? Have they posted it on a blog or something and it's affected your business?
rats in every wall, every ceiling, and now getting into my house. neighbors say person who sold me the house knew about the rats.. I have 3 children. it's not safe anymore to live here with my children.
answered on Feb 27, 2022
This appears to be a question for an exterminator rather than a lawyer. Animals will live wherever they can get in and so long as there is food for them, so removing the ability to get into the house, and getting rid of food sources would seem to be the way to address this.
Did the... View More
...from registering? The child was 7. The conviction was in 2002. The offender has never been accused or arrested since then. He spent 4.5 years in prison, released in 2008.
answered on Feb 15, 2022
You will need to direct this question to an attorney in MO or AR.
Hi my mom got a restraining order against my ex boyfriend the restraining order is in my moms name and her address I’m just one of the names on it and I was a minor when I was on it now I’m an adult and I don’t live with my mom if so person was to contact me would they still get in trouble or... View More
answered on Feb 15, 2022
I think the only way to know for certain is to have the restraining order reviewed. Remember you always have the ability to contact the police if he is contacting you and has a history with you bad enough that required a PPO. Reminding the police there is a PPO in place might also help them tailor... View More
I was seeing this girl for a short while and then I broke up with her. At the end of November, I found out she was pregnant and was genuinely scared about it. I hadn’t talked to this girl since December of 2020. I had my friend and girlfriend contact her about it and all was... View More
answered on Feb 11, 2022
Doubtful, but you never know. Obviously, she doesn't want contact with you so your best bet would be to let things be and not contact her directly or through your friend or girlfriend.
Would probation or court be notified by TSA or airport? Would they only find out if I have police contact in Florida? I know it would be a bad idea so that’s not the answer I’m looking for. I’m wondering about the method of enforcing travel and ability to travel as a probationer. I don’t... View More
answered on Feb 4, 2022
TSA would be checking your identity primarily through NCIC, and of course against other unknown "no fly" lists. You would be detained at the airport if you are wanted, your credentials are sketchy, or you otherwise cause problems in the airport or on the plane. That's how your... View More
Unsure what my record says but do have copy
answered on Feb 4, 2022
If the charge was dismissed, there is nothing to expunge. You should go online and pull a copy of your ICHAT record to see what shows.
No longer on probation, lives in Michigan.
answered on Feb 3, 2022
No, unless the person goes through the process of having his or her "gun rights" restored. It is possible, but requires a 5 year waiting period and petition to the court. Until a person does that, it is a crime in itself for a felon to be in possession of any firearm.
Pulled over for the lights being off, asked to step out of the car within 30 seconds for driving without a license. Searched the car and found a firearm, sat for about 40 minutes then detained both parties.
First time felony Ccw charge.
answered on Feb 2, 2022
Maximum penalty is 5 years in prison. Depending on circumstances and your history - you say this is your first felony - it's likely to be probation or a short jail period, plus fines, costs, and forfeiture of weapon.
Like any crime, there are defenses available. And too, the search of... View More
And the letter say to come to their office 2 plus hours away and bring a lawyer with in the next 2 years or they may issue a warrant?
answered on Feb 1, 2022
2 years? It's entirely plausible for the FBI or any of the other "3-letter organizations" to reach out to you and let you know you are a target of investigation to secure your cooperation. There are also a lot of scams out there.
Do you have reason to believe you would be... View More
answered on Jan 30, 2022
My associate handles both of these areas. You can contact me for further information if you wish, or you could probably find someone else the easiest by searching for an attorney that runs a general practice.
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answered on Jan 29, 2022
Yes. There would not be a conviction. Evidence of having been arrested and charged with a crime could still exist (e.g. news reports).
answered on Jan 29, 2022
Possibly not. Depends on what the PPO prohibits (third party contact?), and what comments his wife is making. You may need to seek one on her eventually.
My fiance is in jail in Michigan for a crime committed there. He's in the COVID quarantine pod and has missed his probable cause hearing twice, another man in the pod missed his 5 times, although he's no longer positive for COVID. Is this a violation of his right to a speedy trial?
answered on Jan 27, 2022
No, but there may be other actionable problems here. Generally, there is a right to have the actual preliminary examine within 21 days of arraignment unless waived, or upon "good cause" by the court.
answered on Jan 22, 2022
Are you talking about pick-up ranges on warrants? Often times, when someone has a warrant, there will be a pick-up range listed. For instance, a warrant out of Kent County might say "we'll pick up within 100 miles from Kent county. That range depends on what the warrant is for (e.g. what... View More
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