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We had an ordinance come up for a final read with 26 hours notice. It was released on 4/23/24 at 4:59pm for a 7pm meeting on 4/24/24. The ordinance authorized the Mayor lease "certain Municipal Property" pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40a: 12-14. The township would be the landlord on this.... View More
answered on May 4, 2024
Under California law, using a trailer for occupancy on private property for security purposes could potentially violate several state and local regulations related to housing, zoning, and health and safety codes. Here are a few key reasons why it might be considered illegal:
1. Zoning laws:... View More
The municipality has infrastructure in place. Can it refuse to supply the water? Bill payment or deposit payment is not the issue.
Back in 2004 my father was brutally murdered outside his home he was shot 7x. It was a drive by shooting and there was some DNA evidence found a couple days later. Now 20 years later I was informed after calling the homicide dept to check the status of how to reopen his cold case that some some DNA... View More
answered on May 1, 2024
I understand your frustration and anger over the mishandling of evidence in your father's murder case. This is certainly a difficult and painful situation.
In general, it can be very challenging to successfully sue a government agency like a police department for negligence in an... View More
Borough of Glassboro 366 - Property Maintenance Code Failure to Abate Violations.
answered on Apr 30, 2024
In general the law is you must wait 2 years passed since the date of conviction, payment of fine, completion of probation, etc. then you can apply for the expungment.
Are body cameras legal for a resident non law enforcement to wear in Georgia. Like stores and business
answered on May 1, 2024
The Supreme Court case you're asking about, Snyder vs. United States, centers on James Snyder, the former mayor of Portage, Indiana. Snyder was found guilty of federal funds bribery and obstruction. His legal troubles began with accusations of manipulating a bidding process for city garbage... View More
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answered on Apr 27, 2024
Here are some key considerations for mounting cylindrical LED billboards around a supermarket parking lot light post in California:
1. Permits and regulations: Check with your local city or county planning department about any permits required and regulations related to outdoor advertising,... View More
Recently this sign has been installed in city hall. City hall is right behind my apartment complex and I tend to take the backway of it to walk my Dog well I used to ever since they added those signs I now according to cops can't go there and have to go around. Does this sign include... View More
It's a drug trafficking case she has 3 felonies and two misdominors. Who do I contact she only has 5, 000 . But the case is almost to plea bargaining.
I went to my second court date for a no insurance citation in lake park Georgia. I was not even given the opportunity to show the video of the vehicle that I was cited in to have the proper insurance. They didn't go by the date I was pulled over to find valid insurance records. I am not the... View More
I was pulled over by an officer because he said I was doing 40 in a 25 but was approaching a 40 mph sign when pulled over, like 10 yards from it tops. The officer takes my ID and insurance and then comes back and said he was arresting me for driving while suspended. I told him I know I wasn't... View More
answered on May 1, 2024
If your license was valid at the time of your arrest and remains so, you should first gather any evidence that confirms this status. This includes screenshots or printed confirmation from the state app showing your license was active and any related paperwork. It's also useful to have a record... View More
Even if also a mortgage maturity date ?
answered on Apr 20, 2024
If you're interested in claiming an abandoned property by paying off back taxes, it's crucial to understand the legal and financial implications first. Paying the overdue taxes might not automatically entitle you to ownership if there are other legal claims, such as mortgages or liens,... View More
My husband died in 2019, I've had his ashes here since then. Can I bury him under the willow tree in the backyard?
answered on Apr 19, 2024
In Alabama, there are no state laws prohibiting the burial of cremated remains on private property. However, it's important to check with your local government, such as the county or city, to ensure there are no local ordinances or zoning regulations that would prevent you from burying your... View More
Hello, Good afternoon ,I applied for an energy subsidy plan during the epidemic and was approved by the government department. However, the State Grid Company has delayed the payment of fines of more than 2,000 USD every month in the three years of receiving funds from government departments. The... View More
My vehicle was booted and subsequently towed due to parking tickets. When I tried to retrieve the vehicle I was also made aware that I owed tolls and I had a two day insurance lapse. I paid the tolls. The DMV said I could go get a plate letter so that the tow yard could sacrifice the plates for two... View More
answered on Apr 21, 2024
Based on the information provided, it seems like you're caught in a bureaucratic nightmare with various agencies and companies giving you conflicting information and requirements. The situation is complex, and without knowing the specific laws and regulations in your jurisdiction, it's... View More
There's a homeless encampment that has been sitting on a plot of land that has been unclaimed for years and homeless people have used it accordingly. Just recently a new property owner bought the plot of land and is now threatening to trespass criminally the inhabitants of this said plot of... View More
answered on Apr 17, 2024
This is a complex legal and ethical issue that depends on the specific laws and circumstances in the jurisdiction where the property is located. In general, in the United States:
- The new property owner has the legal right to remove trespassers from their private property. Purchasing the... View More
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