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If the president of the Confederate Treasure left the gold intentionally would that not legally invoke the finders keepers laws? Who initially owned the confederate gold?
answered on Feb 11, 2022
The federal Confiscation Act of 1862 would apply to gold owned by the Confederate States of America (which the Act did not recognize as an entity), with the result that the United States would own the gold. This is a hypothetical question because the CSA government probably held no gold at the... View More 
Filing paperwork to get off the registering list
answered on Jan 20, 2022
They describe the different tiers. You should know, or will need to find out, what tier you are.
I am a collector of Michigan police badges license plates insignias etc
answered on Jan 18, 2022
Are you looking to collect actual plates? You may want to check with various police departments. My understanding is that most local police have municipal plates - same plates as any other city vehicle, with an "x" in the middle. Not sure how much of a collector's item that would be.
I filed for a PUA claim using the reason "independent contractor experienced a significant reduction in usual or customary services" as I did work for the local school.
When I went to re-certify earlier this year they asked for proof of 2019 income and I gave them my 1099.... View More
answered on Dec 14, 2021
Possibly. You'll need to read the notice you received closely to determine what steps are needed at this point. You may also wish to seek the assistance of an attorney.
I got a letter from the Michigan Unemployment Office saying a “question of eligibility and/or qualification has been raised on a claim in which you are an interested party”. The dates they want proof of income on range from 3/2020 all the way to 5/2021.
If I got unemployment benefits... View More
answered on Oct 23, 2021
You really need to speak to a lawyer soon, and preferably before you respond to the request for information. Whether criminal charges arise may depend on intent.
Just remember: there's an old tale that says it's not the act itself that gets us in trouble; it's often the... View More
I had 3 pre-trial conferences with the Assistant Prosecutor and my lawyer. 3 dates were scheduled for Jury trial of which, 1 turned into another pre-trial. 2 of them were cancelled due to covid but I was still required to show up in front of the judge and it was literally just the judge calling... View More
answered on Oct 18, 2021
You are not alone. However, the court did not cause you to lose your paid representation; that is between you and your attorney.
Multiple charges, drug related at a residence of a tribal member. Kids custody affected, and defendant is being treated with cruel an strange threats and absurd penalties
answered on Sep 15, 2021
Not only can then, but if it's an abuse or neglect case, different rules apply and the tribal court would have jurisdiction.
answered on Aug 21, 2021
Not sure of the exact nature of your question. Speedy trial rights are different than the timeline between arrest and charges. And it is true that you cannot be held for very long without any charges.
It is not uncommon - especially in serious crimes - for someone to be arrested or... View More
Need to be open asap. Looking for a lawyer familiar with the NFPA 1124 and With the Michigan and the Bureau of Fire Services
I was sent a text from my public defender that my court hearing would no longer be in person, but on zoom, the time was changed to 2 hours later, and that my public defender would have another person subbing for them. They also said they would text me the zoom link prior to the newly set time. This... View More
answered on Apr 19, 2021
Without knowing your case or details at all, I would assume today's hearing was a pretrial conference or status conference. Often, clients aren't really involved in those hearings unless you are ready to enter a plea. And rarely would anything significant about your case be discussed.... View More
civil infractions, petty-misdemeanor, non-violent misdemeanors, non-violent felonies, etc... .
answered on Mar 12, 2021
With modern technology, it's rare to see a paper arrest warrant. Police can arrest you for misdemeanors committed in their presence, or felonies upon information - there is no distinction between violent or non-violent. Search warrants are a different story.
unreasonable search and seizure; probable cause; warrant; etc.... .
answered on Mar 12, 2021
Your question is much to broad. The 4th Amendment is the subject of new case law nearly every week. But very broadly, a search or seizure must come about after reasonable suspicion or probable cause.
webb v. state 51 n.j.l. 189 (1889), suggest that it is a requirement under common law.
answered on Mar 12, 2021
The 4th Amendment does govern whether a warrant may be issued and when. Be careful with legal research and relying on case law for information unless you are trained to do so.
I am married and my spouse received his stimulus checks but I didn't, do you know why this is happening?
answered on Feb 10, 2021
No one will be able to tell you more about why you are not getting stimulus checks than the IRS. Contact them or go to the IRS website that allows you to track it.
The father claims our 1 child the past few years due to my disability and no taxes to file. I've never signed an 8332 tax form for him to claim the child. We never married either. We do not have any agreement through court for who claims our child on taxes. I read that the custodial parent is... View More
answered on Jan 7, 2021
You will likely need to file a motion in court to get any money back. Here's the thing: the IRS doesn't know what the custody status is of any particular child. They do match social security numbers, and that's how they catch people fraudulently claiming dependents: two people claim... View More
Building a pole building as a residential secondary building for personal storage. Typical 50 x 54 building with vertical beams spaced 8' on center. Inspector won't issue building permit unless beams are 6' on center. Also, inspector won't accept 18" preformed concrete... View More
answered on Dec 18, 2020
The building code sets forth the minimum standard for construction. There must be something in the engineering report that causes their concern. A stamped report from structural engineer should be enough.
answered on Nov 4, 2020
There's a flaw in the premise of your question: your driving record is not entirely confidential.
I was charged (but not convicted) with Minor in Possession of Liquor when I was 16. The case was dismissed. I was told the record would be expunged when I turned 18. I am now 23 and this incident is still showing up on my driving record (Why my driving record??).
This is now hindering my... View More
answered on Jul 15, 2020
Lots of questions here...who told you it would be expunged when you turned 18? And even if true, court records (which a judge would have the power to expunge) are different than the Secretary of State's records (which judges have no authority over).
My first step would be to reach out... View More
I know that he is 21 and signed the app himself, however his recruiter withheld special education info, a learning disability, and mental and physical conditions and told my son that the army will never find out. I believe the recruiter took advantage of my son's inability to understand the... View More
answered on May 11, 2020
There's a whole lot to unpack there. Since it sounds like your son is still in the Army, he will need to proceed through his chain of command and JAG about what his options are. A medical discharge - any discharge - is a process that won't happen overnight, and in cases alleging prior... View More
She has 3 surviving children. Should we cash or send back to treasury.
answered on May 4, 2020
The CARES act does not address this situation and neither has the IRS. The current professional consensus is that where the individual passed in 2019 the estate is allowed to keep the amounts and distribute the funds.
There is not currently a function to return the funds. We don't... View More
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