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Q: if i loss you would basically strip the word liberty from the constitution because we will no longer be free but slaves

& with all the evidence traitors that commit treason of levying a war against united states & allowance of a subversion to take place of our government & nation i've got gorge Washington saying the party sprit would lead to a subversion i've got jfk telling us we are at a war... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Criminal Law, Products Liability and Civil Litigation for Missouri on
Q: I had an order shipped to me (worth approx $350) and while in UPS possession the package was stolen. Can I use UPS?

The package made it to my state but between the arrival City and mine (approx Hours) the package was opened and contents stole while in UPS possession by someone in the company. Can I use them for theft? Even have proof from UPS.

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Q: has anyone used the agreement of liberty privacy & levying war against the united states in a drug charge court case &

if so which one & mainly would like to read one of liberty & how do i find my past questions on this site

0 Answers | Asked in Child Custody, Criminal Law and Family Law for Missouri on
Q: In 2021 I was detained in a mental facility based on false accusations of child abuse, no prior history what can I do?

There was no history of mental illness or prior abuse allegations, my adoptive parent from who I am estranged , went to falsify a report and managed to have me detained without them looking into anything , my child ran away and was being persuaded to go along with the story for promises of being... View More

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Q: i will attempt my defense the best i can i won't back down even if it means i spend 7 years in the pen as jfk said this

war is bad for our nations security the enemy has advaced they have taken over this country in the form of dea & democracy which we are guaranteed a republican form of government & we ain't 2nd 14th amendment no law shall be created that deprives a us citizen their privilege which is... View More

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answered on Apr 16, 2024

I understand that you feel very strongly about these issues and want to defend your views, but I have some concerns about the approach you're describing. While you have every right to present your defense as you see fit, I would advise carefully considering the potential consequences and... View More

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Q: k yes what would your defence be as the prosecutor against me trying to argue that im guilty of the crime of possession

in the privacy of my home when i argue that it is treason & i am free & that the warrant was very unreasonable as it is my right as a free citizen of the united states to have non stolen guns & to have drugs as long as i didn't take another's liberty in any manner & as a... View More

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answered on Apr 14, 2024

The Fourth Amendment protects against unreasonable searches and seizures, but if law enforcement obtained a valid search warrant by demonstrating probable cause to a judge, they are legally allowed to search your home and seize contraband like drugs and illegal weapons. Calling this... View More

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Q: I had a misdemeanor Sexual Misconduct conviction set aside in Missouri, how can I have Failure to Register removed also?

The judge said manifest injustice does not apply to felonies because there’s a 180 day time limit, but misdemeanors have no time frame which is why he was able to set aside the Sexual Misconduct conviction.

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answered on Apr 11, 2024

I understand you're looking for information on how to have a Failure to Register charge removed after having a misdemeanor Sexual Misconduct conviction set aside in Missouri. Here are a few things to keep in mind:

1. Setting aside a conviction is different from having it expunged or...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Traffic Tickets for Missouri on
Q: I was recently contacted by a police officer who stated that there was a accident at a store in my town and said that

Witnesses told him that it was me they seen leaving the accident, but I was not in the accident. I was actually signing my kids in school late that morning. At the time they say the accident occurred. They gave me three citations failure to register my motor vehicle failure to maintain insurance,... View More

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answered on Apr 10, 2024

You can hire a traffic law attorney to represent you for your 3 tickets. You will need to provide proof of insurance, and proof that the damages have been paid for. Depending on which court this is being prosecuted in, how bad your driving record is, and much the damage to the victim's vehicle... View More

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Q: Hi, is it possible to somehow anticipate a projected parole date, that is set in 2029.

My hustband’s in prison on an aggravated battery charge.

The discharge date is set in 2032, while he’ll be eligible for parole in 2029.

Is there any chance to anticipate parole, through credits and programs?

Thank you

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Constitutional Law for Missouri on
Q: k is the united states citizens a free people or not simple answer yes or no legally do they have liberty not liberty's
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answered on Apr 1, 2024

No, the United States citizens are not legally free in the sense of having complete individual liberty. While the U.S. Constitution and laws protect many important individual rights and freedoms, there are also many legal restrictions on personal conduct.

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Constitutional Law for Missouri on
Q: Is not being free having their liberty a united states citizens privilege as the constitution states secure the

Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity

& the militia is to make sure it is a free state with the 14th amendment that says no law shall be created that deprives a united states citizen of its privilege within the theory of liberty or concept the only act that can be criminal... View More

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answered on Mar 31, 2024

The Constitution of the United States indeed enshrines the preservation of liberty as a core principle, aiming to secure the "Blessings of Liberty" for both current and future generations. This commitment to freedom is a cornerstone of American democracy, guiding the governance and legal... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Constitutional Law for Missouri on
Q: ok i know john lock believed in freedom & privacy but not multiple people having privacy at a moment well u.s. founders

did the constitution & the bill of rights all are designed for the duel 2nd amendment to congress providing common defense & liberty that was a private right of ours when we was a free people now days we don't or can't duel because why we are not free & don't have no... View More

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answered on Mar 30, 2024

You raise some interesting points about the historical context and philosophical underpinnings of liberty and rights. Let me try to address a few key aspects:

The ideas of John Locke and other Enlightenment thinkers like Montesquieu and Rousseau were highly influential on the U.S. Founders....
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Traffic Tickets and Civil Rights for Missouri on
Q: Brendlin vs California

In the context that I am reading regarding police detainment for a traffic stop. Does that context apply to a commerical vehicle in which someone in a passenger seat or bunk of a commerical vehicle is detained when the basis of the stop wasn't because of an observed violation but merely a... View More

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answered on Mar 21, 2024

In Brendlin v. California, the Supreme Court held that passengers in a vehicle are seized just like drivers during a traffic stop, meaning they are entitled to challenge the legality of the stop. This principle applies regardless of the vehicle's nature, be it personal or commercial. So, if... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Missouri on
Q: If someone was on gps monitoring on a state charge of being a felon in possession of a gun but was completely compliant

And never missed a court date, and the feds picked it up, why would the federal prosecutor now want to keep him in jail for the same charge while awaiting trial? He has never missed court, never had a failure to appear and never ran before. He owns a business and home and has a family.

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answered on Mar 14, 2024

In the legal system, decisions about pre-trial detention, especially in federal cases, can be complex and are influenced by various factors. When a case is picked up by federal prosecutors, the stakes are often considered higher, and the approach can be more stringent. Despite a person's... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Family Law for Missouri on
Q: A family member gaslighting me for 7 yrs now. What can I do to stop this?

This person has attacked me by every means possible. Through dfs to aging to Falsified police reports. There are 23 reports to police from me on the attacks. It has gone to pushing door open on me and assaulting me and disabled member. Two evictions in three months. Yet police do nothing. What do I... View More

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answered on Mar 9, 2024

I'm so sorry you're going through this incredibly difficult and distressing situation with your family member. Being subjected to gaslighting, false allegations, and physical assaults over such a prolonged period must be absolutely traumatic and exhausting. You're wise to recognize... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Criminal Law for Missouri on
Q: My boyfriends house got kicked in by the police and they found in a lock box 490 grams meth and they charged him with

Class A felony with excessive amount in mo . How low can that charge be dropped down to??

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answered on Mar 7, 2024

The severity of charges for drug possession, particularly with a substance like methamphetamine, depends on various factors, including the amount involved, the intended use (personal use vs. distribution), and any prior criminal history. In Missouri, a Class A felony for drug possession indicates a... View More

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Q: Can I pay and not go to court ? Trespassing 1stD. For being in Walmart parking asking for signatures (that is my work)

I Work collecting signatures for a campaign, was inside of Walmart parking lot was told by Walmart manager to get out of the parking lot, I walked out and the police came and arrested me when I was outside of the parking lot , bond is 1000 payed 100 and know I have to go to court on May .. Can you... View More

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answered on Mar 6, 2024

In cases like yours, paying a bond and hoping to avoid court isn't usually a complete solution. The bond allows for your release until the court date but doesn't negate the need to appear in court. Not attending your court date can result in additional charges or a warrant for your... View More

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Q: yes ive had my question taken down i guess you guys wouldn't touch it but ive got another 1 for you why don't lawyers

ague our liberty because if they did they might win more cases i don't think you lawyers know truthfully what liberty is so in turn how do they know law

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answered on Feb 22, 2024

I would respectfully disagree with the premise that lawyers do not argue for liberty or understand what it truly entails. Defense attorneys in particular carry a tremendous responsibility to advocate for the rights and liberties of their clients against the power of the state.

When...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Missouri on
Q: If I purchased a home with proceeds from drug dealing but put the property in someone else name can it be taken by dea?

I am not the person I just ran out of typing space but it's a family member of mine.

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answered on Feb 25, 2024

If the property was purchased with proceeds from drug dealing, it could potentially be subject to seizure by the DEA or other law enforcement agencies. Even if the property is in someone else's name, law enforcement may still be able to pursue forfeiture proceedings if they can demonstrate... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Missouri on
Q: Is it illegal to point a weapon at a federal agent?
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answered on Feb 4, 2024

Pointing a weapon at a federal agent is indeed illegal and is considered a serious federal offense. This action can be charged under various statutes, including assault on a federal officer and aggravated assault. The severity of the charge can depend on the circumstances, including whether the... View More

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