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I was never notified by police via any sort of correspondence or phone call, in fact the police didn't even know it belonged to me, thus how could it be my fault they disposed of the rifle?
answered on Aug 21, 2024
If the police didn't even know it belonged to you, how could they notify you? File a claim with the City if you wish.
answered on Aug 30, 2024
No, they would need a signed copy. That signed copy could be digital. Depending on the county, most warrants are sent to the court digitally and "signed" by the court digitally. Law enforcement is good to go once the warrant has been authorized by the court.
answered on Jul 28, 2024
Quite often individuals ask in this forum (and similar online forums): how much jail/prison time am I going to do for my crime or other penalties? Frankly, we have no idea. It depends on many factors. (e.g. specific charges, defenses, evidence, criminal record, legal representation, place where... View More 
answered on Jul 28, 2024
Quite often individuals ask in this forum (and similar online forums): how much jail/prison time am I going to do for my crime or other penalties? Frankly, we have no idea. It depends on many factors. (e.g. specific charges, defenses, evidence, criminal record, legal representation, place where... View More
I was pulled over for expired tags and my car was searched he found drugs and paraphernalia and told me I had to be an informant and let me go. Next day I told him I didn't want to be that and that I would turn myself in if I had to
answered on Jul 5, 2024
The court will likely summons you when you are charged but could put out a warrant if the judge approves it instead
I have registered as a gun offender in the state of Illinois and currently is fighting a new case with a gun in the state of MN
I got pulled over got a 5th degree and a dui. They charged me a year later and also they charged me separately a week apart dui charge then 5th degree a week later so now I’m on probation for one and bail for the other. I have no criminal history and I know they’re doing this on purpose THE... View More
answered on Jun 11, 2024
It sounds like you were pulled over on suspicion of a DUI and the police officer searched the car and allegedly discovered a controlled substance in the vehicle. It is pretty atypical for someone to be charged separately for alleged offenses arising from the same incident, but it is permissible and... View More
answered on Jul 5, 2024
Yes, because the failure to follow it is based on the jurisdictional power of the court to enforce restrictions pursuant to a case rather than the physical location of the case when it comes to a DANCO
I'm asking because my p.o has Threaten to put me back on a 90 day violation for smoking (street weed) thas pot that's not from a dispensary.
And now on top of that, she wants me to do MRT
And my insurance won't cover it. And she told me. I'm ether gonna pay... View More
answered on Jun 3, 2024
You need to follow your conditions of supervised release. If supervised release requires sobriety, you need to remain sober. If you have a prescription for medical marijuana, then you need to get your pot from a dispensary. I'm not sure why she is requiring you to do MRT, but you are likely... View More
Very strange a group home house owner stolen $10,000.00 my property only because I reasoned to move forward yes exit premises yes the move was legal yet he offered a different property (residence) no diffilculty in haveing rent payments made, legit!
answered on May 31, 2024
Given the small amount of money involved, it would not likely be worth the administrative overhead of setting up the file even if you were paying the attorney on an hourly fee basis. And it's way too small for a contingency fee. Most very small cases like this (under $15,000) can be... View More
I drive through bad parts of town to pick up my daughter for her time with me. I do not have a permit to carry. But I do know it's legal to carry at home or between work and home. Could this be applied in an argument where I like to be armed when traveling with my children.
Ideally, I... View More
answered on May 29, 2024
Get a permit. You cannot legally transfer a loaded gun without a permit. You certainly could be charged with carrying in public without a permit and there is no guarantee that anyone is going to simply accept a claim that you acted in self-defense.
Court clerk didnt remove the hold without bail or bond part on the mcro so now it has it saying no bond and bail set at 10k (which is the correct one). me and the bondman are having such a headache with us. What’s the fastest way I can get this corrected
answered on May 13, 2024
This isn't something that is going to happen over a weekend. A human being will need update MNCIS which is the court information system. MCRO simply reflects what has been entered into MNCIS. Call first thing today to see what can be done to get this addressed.
Just a couple of days ago, I received a letter from a Law firm asking me to contact immediately to discuss about a liability insurance claimed by its client pursuant to Mn Statutes 549.09. I'm kindly seeking a free consultation before contacting or doing anything further.
answered on May 13, 2024
This is not a criminal law issue. This is a civil judgement issue. You should ask the question in that forum or contact attorneys directly for a free consultation.
If you are being robbed at gunpoint, but you defend yourself with an illegal glock what would you get charged with
answered on May 4, 2024
You reach out directly to criminal defense attorneys and get one on board immediately. You are facing a potential murder charge here, along with possession of a ghost gun. It also raises the question if you are legally permitted to possess firearms which then creates a potential felon in... View More
I am currently facing five pending felony charges that have arisen from false accusations by my husband's ex-wife in a custody battle. She has a history of making unfounded claims, including allegations of harassment and stalking, which are untrue. The children involved have expressed missing... View More
answered on May 2, 2024
A lawyer cannot give legal advice about a plea agreement vs. trial, without being the attorney of record, after thorough review and time spent with the known facts, discovery from the prosecution and other facts and evidence; as well as research into laws that could relate to those. As a general... View More
I have a hearing tomorrow where I'm being accused of one minor felony that I did commit, but my PD says she's requesting an omnibus hearing that will lump that felony in with a second & much more serious felony I'm being accused of but did NOT commit.
Based on some... View More
answered on May 1, 2024
I'm not sure what you have read or who you have had conversations with, but consolidating these cases is not a bad idea. It saves you additional court appearances and additional hassle. I also do not believe that it creates any bias against you because you are guilty of one case and not... View More
They got a warrant to search my house. Based on this credible, reliable witness's word. Well, he's been doing drugs. The entire time and he has are the credentials that it takes for the Frank versus Delaware. You need to have some kind of training. He's had none. He's a liar and... View More
answered on May 1, 2024
If evidence of a crime was recovered by police executing a search warrant, and a person is charged with a crime as a result, then that person can file a pretrial motion challenging whether the search and the search warrant were lawful. If the judge agrees with the defense that the search was... View More
Nothing about the drugs. I was detained 1 block from my house before it got raided. Girlfriend already took
answered on Apr 25, 2024
Two points: 1. Criminal possession is possible by more than one person at the same time. Joint possession would mean two or more people criminally possessed at least one thing at the same time. As a result, one person being held responsible doesn't necessarily help others facing criminal... View More
He was to be released by order of the judge and after his hearing they said they found stuff in his wallet and he caught another charge so wasn’t released
answered on Apr 25, 2024
His or her defense attorney may want to research whether a search of a wallet after a judge orders release is an illegal search. A search by the government is presumptively illegal unless authorized by a search warrant, or a recognized exception to the search warrant requirement applies.
I have prior assault convictions
answered on Apr 17, 2024
You can be charged with assault if the police have probable cause to believe you assaulted the person. Probable cause is not very high standard. If the alleged victim had a visible injury and claimed that you were the attacker, that's pretty much all that is needed for probable cause to charge... View More
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