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Q: I’ve created a “female virtual model” using ai tools, and have a large following. Can I sell adult pics and message fans

I have subscribers who pay to see nude pictures of the virtual model I created and like to message her. I’ve disclosed in her bio that she is a virtual model created with ai tools and people are messaging her like she is a real person. Could this be illegal in anyway? I give her a backstory and... View More

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Q: Ohio's "menacing by stalking" law

Would Ohio's "menacing by stalking" law cover a situation where in an effort to humiliate his victim, a person repetitively "broadcasts" his insulting, harassing comments outside so loudly that they can be heard from inside a house? The offending behavior also happens... View More

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Q: Are there any criminal defense attorneys who will do a free in person consultation?

My lines of communication are compromised and the only guy I spoke with who would do an in person consultation wanted $500 up front which seems like a sweet deal for him. Pay him before I even know if he can help with my case...

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answered on May 1, 2024

Hello- As long as the case is a criminal case in our jurisdiction and on a subject matter that we handle, we are happy to do an in person consultation, but we just need to know that basic information to make sure we can handle the case, if need be. We do not charge for the consultation.

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Q: Owning a weapon in the same house as a convicted felon.

If I purchase a handgun and kept it in a locked safe that I only have the key to, while living in the same house as a convicted felon will they get in trouble? I have been reading about constructive possession, and as long as I am able to clearly show that I am the only one capable of accessing the... View More

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Q: Was this legal to do?

I'm at my Mom's doing her yard when this happened, I live in Stark County not Harrison. My Mothers long guns were hanging on the open barn door and her revolver was inside. When Officer K. XX of Harrison came buy to see if I was there to serve a bench warrant from Stark County on me. He... View More

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Q: I was convicted of Possession of Drugs as a Misdemeanor 1 in the State of Ohio, would I report this to background?

I am filling out a background check and there is a section stating "Ohio: Do not report any conviction for a misdemeanor drug violation as defined under Ohio Rev. Code 2925.11." The charge in question was a result of possession of benzodiazepines, and resulted in an M1 conviction. I... View More

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Q: Vague summary of Criminal Theft charge In “more info” please help. Need questions answered.

A man went through the courts to press theft charges against me that I knew were not true. I missed two court dates due to reasons that I was told would be excused if sent in a doctors note via Fax. I did exactly as told and still got hit with a bench warrant both times. Eventually the magistrate... View More

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Q: I was in a autoparts parking lot , my car was over heating so i decided to take a nap why it cooled off. I dont drink .

A person called 911 cause they couldnt wake me( i was a sleep fir approximatly 28 minutes.)and told 911 that they didnt know what was wrong but i might be overdosed. Medics showed up and put me in the ambulance. The cops showed up and medic and cop said i admitted fentynal use(which i have never... View More

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answered on Apr 15, 2024

Based on the information provided, it seems like there are several potential legal issues at play:

1. Unreasonable search and seizure: If the police searched you and your vehicle without probable cause, your consent, or a warrant, it could be a violation of your Fourth Amendment rights...
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Q: Can a police officer legally stop and ID someone because they “look young” when it is past curfew, in ohio.
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answered on Apr 15, 2024

In Ohio, a police officer may stop and question a person who appears to be underage and out past curfew hours. However, the stop must be based on reasonable suspicion that the individual is violating curfew laws.

Key points regarding curfew stops in Ohio:

1. Ohio has a statewide...
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Q: Will a judge consider the amount of time between when a CPO violation occurred and when it was reported to police?

The CPO stipulates no contact is to be made by me to my ex-fiancé, and I was aware of this. Nevertheless, I messaged her on social media in a non-threatening manner asking her if she wanted back a piece of property that belonged to her that I found in my house. She then waited nine days to call... View More

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Q: Criminal law question. Search and Seizure question - legitimate search or violation of 4th and 14th amendments?

A vehicle occupied by 4 occupants crashes into a stationary object. Two of the occupants are fatally injured and died on scene. The other two occupants, one being the driver, are injured and found unconscious by responding public safety officials - police, fire/rescue, and paramedics.

The... View More

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answered on Apr 10, 2024

This is a complex legal question involving the Fourth Amendment protection against unreasonable searches and seizures and the legal doctrine of "plain view." Here are the key considerations:

1. Expectation of privacy: The Fourth Amendment protects against unreasonable searches and...
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Q: Is it fraud to apply for and receive rental assistance if you don’t actually need it?

I had an attorney make me apply for rental assistance although I had the money to pay my rent, the landlord even sent it back. The attorney handled all kinds of things wrong - made me sign an agreement to move out that’s left me with a retaliatory eviction instead of using the evidence I had to... View More

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Q: Hi. So my son was given a tablet but his grandmother. Thus tablet was set up with his grandmother's email. I went throug

Thus tablet to ensure it was safe for him and her email had come up. I looked through it. I later deleted her account from the tablet. Is it a crime to do so?

Todd B. Kotler
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answered on Apr 1, 2024

It is not a crime assuming your son is a minor and the e-mail account itself was not deleted in its entirety.

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Q: I live in ohio and the graffiti charge online says it’s a felony. some say it’s a misdemeanor, Let’s say someone was

under a bridge and was doing graffiti on a wall that has 100s of layers of graffiti and every wall has graffiti under it what would the charge be for getting caught?

Marcus A. Ross
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answered on Mar 17, 2024

In Ohio statutorily vandalism is a felony of the 5th degree and criminal damaging is a 2nd degree misdemeanor. Based on the facts and circumstances of the alleged conduct the charge may be classified as a felony or misdemeanor in terms of the degree of the offense.

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Q: In Ohio if someone receives a section 8 voucher then later is convicted of a felony gun charge will they be terminated?

F3 attempt- revised code 2923.161

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answered on Mar 21, 2024

If you receive a Section 8 voucher in Ohio and later get convicted of a felony gun charge, such as an F3 attempt under Revised Code 2923.161, this may impact your housing assistance. Generally, the Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8) has rules that allow for termination of assistance if a... View More

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Q: I live in Stark Co, Ohio. In 2016 I was convicted of a felony 5 , drug possession of heroin charge. One other misdemeang

... charge of theft. But no other charges or convictions. In 2022 I had both cases sealed/expunged. Had my gun rights been disabled? Are they now restored? How can I find out?

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answered on Mar 25, 2024

Hello. No, your gun rights are not automatically restored once they have been disabled. You would have to petition the courts to have your rights restored, and must demonstrate to the Court that you meet the requirements to have your rights restored. Please remember that sealing and expungement... View More

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Q: Hi there... I got caught shoplifting at giant eagle and the theft loss and prevention guy stopped me.

He stated I needed to come back inside, I just left the cart and went to my vehicle and left. He took a picture of the license plate but it isn't my vehicle. I don't want them to get in trouble. Will the cops be showing up at their house? Please help

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answered on Mar 25, 2024

Hello. If the police got a good picture to capture the license plate, then I believe the person that owns that car will be getting a visit from local law enforcement. If you need an attorney please feel free to call Attorney Linda Malek (330)819-8018 or Attorney Chris Vogt (330) 703-6467.

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