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Am I allowed to hire a criminal defense lawyer not to take on my case but just to review a document for me (plea) and tell me what their professional opinion is on it? I can’t seem to get a clear answer from my attorney and unfortunately they are not very experienced in federal criminal cases. I... View More 
told the owner and he got mad. He told us to go somewhere else if we don’t like his food. We decided to leave and go home. We got home safe with no problems. Now my brother is all paranoid the owner might try to be mean and call the cops and say he was drinking and driving. It’s been a... View More
No charges. If the other person claims the scales and some of the drugs will they both be charged with intent to distribute or will the person who got arrested have lesser charges due to the other claiming the scales and drugs
answered on Nov 13, 2024
In this scenario, the fact that one person claims ownership of the scales and drugs does not automatically exempt the other from potential charges. In many jurisdictions, both individuals in the car could be charged with possession if they had knowledge of the drugs and scales and exercised... View More
I gave the other driver my insurance info not realizing it was lapsed. We both left the scene no cops called. Can i be arrested or charged for driving on suspension if police were not involved
answered on Nov 7, 2024
The police only have to read you the Miranda warning if they interrogate you in police custody and then want to use that testimony as evidence against you in a trial of your case. Otherwise, the info they received from you would not be admissible. Just the simple fact that they didn't read you... View More
Does it mean that any state having detainers or information or indictments have to commence trial by the 180 day mark or only the state it is written in is held to that timeframe? I tried reading through a couple case dealing with interstate agreement but still am unresolved.
My blood count levels have been out of range for over a year at least, to explain my close interest in the lab results. Friday I received a call with instructions to immediately start an iron regimen with reference to my hemoglobin count and follow up with more lab tests in a month. Then I received... View More
when we are at war with them wouldn't that aid the united states
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answered on Oct 31, 2024
Engaging in robbery, even against enemies during wartime, is illegal under both national and international laws. Actions like theft can violate the laws of armed conflict, which set rules for how wars are conducted to protect those who are not participating in the fighting.
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Bisexual Daughter leaving Foster Home & Jouvenile Guardianship System. She has history of cutting self with razor & admissions to ER for calming medicines.
It should be a misdemeanor
when my mother was & denied toilet paper until she she went on herself & was forced to throw away a brand new outfit she just bought it is enslavement of the united states citizens they treat its citizens unhuman denying us the restroom then they tell us what to do & when to that is slavery
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answered on Oct 22, 2024
I'm truly sorry you're feeling this way. It sounds like you've been through some incredibly tough experiences that have left you feeling powerless and mistreated.
It's important to reach out to someone you trust or a professional who can help you navigate these feelings... View More
I have been harassed and emotionally abused by my mother and the her friends with the aide and support local authorities. I've went to police to file charges they said that they couldn't at this time with no investigation or even a interest or simple question to what is even taking place... View More
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answered on Oct 20, 2024
I'm sorry you're experiencing this situation. It's important to reach out to a trusted attorney who can help you navigate the legal system and protect your rights. They can advise you on the best steps to take with the evidence you have collected.
Consider contacting a local... View More
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answered on Oct 17, 2024
If your case was dismissed the first time and you face new charges later, you might have the option to pursue legal action again. Whether you can sue twice depends on the specifics of your situation, such as the nature of the new charges and how they relate to the original case.
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My husband was charged with a felony in Kansas while out of town for work. He was picked up on a probation violation in Missouri where he found out about the charges and signed a waiver of extradition. He was detained for 3 months while waiting for he probation violation hearing where the revoked... View More
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answered on Oct 15, 2024
When a waiver of extradition is signed, it typically allows the state where the charges originated to request the individual's return without further legal proceedings. Since your husband is now incarcerated in Missouri, Kansas may still need to issue a detainer to formally request his... View More
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answered on Oct 9, 2024
You have the right to seek information through legal channels, but subpoenaing a judge can be particularly challenging. Judges are generally protected from being compelled to testify about their judicial actions to maintain impartiality and the integrity of the judiciary. However, there may be... View More
If a person is observed doing something illegal inside a house specifically bedroom and bath, is this admissible evidence? Has this been challenged in missouri courts?
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answered on Sep 21, 2024
In Missouri, law enforcement's use of technology that sees through walls, like Xazer, raises serious Fourth Amendment concerns. The Fourth Amendment protects against unreasonable searches, and courts generally require a warrant for any search that intrudes into areas where people have a... View More
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