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I am concerned about the legitimacy of a president who was impeached by Congress in 2021 for 'incitement of an insurrection,' as well as the decision by the Colorado Supreme Court, based on Article 14, Section 3 of the U.S. Constitution. Given that Article 14, Section 3 disqualifies... View More
My husband called the police stating that I was breaking our property. Under Ohio law, are the police allowed to order me to exit my residence to arrest me without a warrant in this situation? They accused me of causing damage but did not present a warrant when they ordered me out of the house.
I am dealing with a series of legal issues and rights violations: My motions (to dismiss for a speedy trial violation, to withdraw a plea before sentencing, and to suppress evidence) have been ignored by the court. Police entered a third-party residence without a warrant, detained me and my... View More
The school is doing targeted classroom searches making all students exit the classroom while they search their personal belongings. The students go in the hall walk through a metal detector with their shoes off
The shoes are carried upside down as they move through the detector. If the... View More

answered on Feb 8, 2025
Schools have the authority to conduct searches, but they must follow the law. In public schools, student searches are governed by the Fourth Amendment, which protects against unreasonable searches and seizures. Unlike police, school officials only need "reasonable suspicion" rather than... View More
I've asked this once or twice, got no answer. But here we go, the short version. Pulled over for a traffic stop. Was wrongfully arrested on old warrant. Officers seized the car, my laptop, phone, bunch of electronics, wallet -- everything, under the guise of "Criminal Tools". There... View More

answered on Feb 2, 2025
That sounds like a serious case of overreach and potential misconduct. If the police seized your belongings without a valid reason and then sold your car without proper legal justification, you may have grounds for legal action. Wrongful seizure and the lack of due process could violate your... View More
Ohio is an open carry and conceal carry state. But I read somewhere saying signage may prohibit concealed carry. Only way you’re allowed to carry everywhere except a government building is if you have a CCL through the state of Ohio- tho you do not need one. If I’m not intoxicated or under... View More

answered on Jan 14, 2025
In Ohio, having a Concealed Carry License (CCL) allows you to carry a concealed firearm in many public places. However, bars and restaurants are considered private establishments, and they have the right to prohibit firearms on their premises. This means that if a bar has posted clear signage... View More
Irs wont release . year 2022 return was llnal and wants me to give W 9 .i refused he got k-1 need final . Hamilton County probate said they will open so i can subpoena. My Dad cant 2 trustees . But his oldest son died o his wige is respnsible for his son. A minor i have ni l of kin.

answered on Jan 12, 2025
I'm sorry you're dealing with these difficulties. Managing the responsibilities of executor and trustee can be overwhelming, especially when the IRS isn't cooperating. It's important to ensure that all your actions are in line with legal requirements to avoid any violations of... View More
I've gotten pulled over nine times in the past 2 months for an unregistered personal vehicle I have had my license suspended because of it I have not been speeding or breaking any other laws they are simply noticing my vehicle and pulling me over.

answered on Jan 5, 2025
You have the right to travel, but it must comply with state laws. Driving an unregistered vehicle and having a suspended license are violations that authorities can enforce, regardless of your intentions to exercise your travel rights.
Repeated stops can lead to further legal complications,... View More
I settled with the company for wrongful termination.My boss called me in her office while working there along with another boss.She said I was being "mean"to the new younger girls.I replied, " I never said anything mean to them,I asked them to help" my boss replied that they... View More

answered on Jan 5, 2025
It's understandable that you feel upset by your supervisor's comments. Generally, workplace discrimination claims are directed at the employer rather than individual supervisors. This is because employers are responsible for the actions of their employees and maintaining a... View More
My brother was arrested and attempted to give them my social security number but couldn't remember the last few digits in which an officer had finished for him in a questioning manner in which he replies yes causing me to be stopped by the police on several occasions. Somehow they was able to... View More

answered on Dec 20, 2024
This situation involves a serious breach of privacy and potential misconduct by law enforcement. The unauthorized disclosure of your Social Security number digits, leading to identity confusion and subsequent police stops, could form the basis for legal action.
You may have grounds to sue... View More
They said we don’t have a choice but to get this Wi-Fi through them even if we don’t want it and they will be adding to our monthly lot rent we don’t want it and I feel like it’s an invasion of privacy they said the mobile home park has an agreement with spectrum is this legal

answered on Dec 21, 2024
You have the right to review your lease agreement carefully to see if there’s a clause that mandates using the park’s Wi-Fi service. Some mobile home parks include services like internet as part of the lot rent, which can make it seem mandatory. However, the legality of forcing you to use a... View More

answered on Jan 19, 2025
An Ohio attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a month. It could depend on the issue and the agency. I realize that does not directly answer your question, but to get a meaningful answer, you'd probably need to consider sitting down and discussing with attorneys who... View More
Because of a recording error. The balif said "this will help you in the long run" So the judge repeated the sentance again. Double jepordy?

answered on Nov 14, 2024
The situation you described does not appear to raise a double jeopardy issue. Double jeopardy, protected under the Fifth Amendment, prevents an individual from being prosecuted or punished twice for the same offense after a final judgment. However, your scenario likely involves a procedural error... View More
Is the act of opening the front door considered an invitation to come inside? Once inside, would they have to show a search warrant apon request? Furthermore, would they have to give they're names and badge numbers apon request. Would they be required to wear vest cams while executing a bench... View More

answered on Nov 14, 2024
In Ohio, opening your door to police officers does not automatically grant them permission to enter your home without a warrant. The Fourth Amendment protects against unreasonable searches and seizures, and entry into a residence typically requires a warrant or the resident's explicit consent.... View More
The court vacated the dismissal of my 4th and 14th amendment claims against a social worker from children's Services. They also vacated the dismissal of my conspiracy claims against the social worker and a police officer who assisted the her in the warrantless entry to my home. Another... View More

answered on Oct 27, 2024
I understand that you're seeking legal assistance in Cincinnati, Ohio, to help with your case involving civil rights and housing issues. Given the complexities of your situation, finding an attorney who can work on a contingency basis or offer pro bono services would be beneficial.
You... View More
the police said they needed to search my phones for evidence of a crime they suspected i might have commited so i gave them consent can i revoke that consent and get my phone back. They searched me at school and found i had 9 phones on me which i owned them all and blank credit cards with nothing... View More

answered on Oct 11, 2024
Yes, you can revoke your consent to the police to search your phones. If you no longer wish for them to continue searching, you have the right to withdraw your permission. However, revoking consent doesn’t mean they will immediately stop or return your phones, especially if they believe the... View More
A couple years ago I was pink slipped by a doctor to be placed on a 72 hour hold for severe anxiety. No judge was involved, I was not held passed the 72 hours, I never saw a judge or heard from an attorney. Everything was done in house by doctors and medical staff.

answered on Sep 14, 2024
If you were placed on a 72-hour hold (often called a "pink slip") in Ohio due to a mental health crisis, it generally does not, by itself, prohibit you from purchasing or owning firearms. A 72-hour hold initiated by a doctor is considered a temporary detention for evaluation and does not... View More
They admitted as soon as got to car tag was there and legal but then ran the dog shouldn't that have been end of stop right there case they started fishing and also admitted to targeting me for allegations that were given in past that were not ever found to be true

answered on Sep 7, 2024
When the police pull you over and immediately acknowledge that your temporary tag is legal and properly displayed, the reason for the stop should be resolved. At that point, the continued detention and use of a drug-sniffing dog could be seen as extending the stop without reasonable suspicion of a... View More
I am trying to go home on an ankle monitor, my brother lives in my home and he has pending charges so they said I can not go there on an ankle monitor and I can not go there at all while he resides in my home. So I made plans to go stay at a friend's house. I then asked the halfway house if... View More

answered on Sep 8, 2024
You have the right to ask for clarification and challenge the decision if you believe it's unreasonable or not based on actual regulations. If the halfway house is saying you can't go to your own home due to your brother's pending charges, they may be following a policy aimed at... View More
I am a Christian. My spiritual counselor happens to be a Metaphysical pastor. My pastor was approved as a spiritual advisor by both APA and my halfway house. When he refused to divulge information about our private conversation to my PO, the APA forbade any further contact with him. Weeks later, I... View More

answered on Aug 31, 2024
It sounds like you’re facing a challenging situation where your religious rights are being restricted, which can be deeply troubling. The First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution protects your right to practice your religion, and it includes the ability to seek spiritual guidance from a pastor of... View More
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