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I was defending my husband's innocence with my words. The charging officer was being dismissive and didn't want to hear me. I walked the other officer to his car so that he can better explain to me why my husband was getting arrested. The charging officer kept coming at me so I became... View More 
answered on Nov 29, 2017
Were you convicted? If so, you can file an appeal and should talk to a lawyer about doing so. If you have not yet had a trial, then you should consider speaking with an attorney prior to your next court date. There are often defenses to disorderly conduct charges.
There is an ordinance in the city of oil city which forbids any trick to be performed on a bicycle. This in essence would prevent any city resident from competing fairly in bicycle competitions. It would prohibit equal opportunity to practice and hone skills necessary to be competitive within the... View More
answered on Nov 30, 2017
If it prohibited tricks on private property, likely yes.Contact the Pa. Civil Liberties Union. On public property--I don't see it being invalid unless it is used to cover non-pedestrian areas such as open spaces used by jugglers, dancers, others.
I leave in my fathers house for 2 years since my divorce.my dad recently passed away.my sister who is in charge of the will asked me to move out of the house.do I have the right to stay there until it is sold
answered on Nov 27, 2017
Not without your sister's permission, and, even then, you would have to pay rent.
He was never required to register for Megan's Law and got 11 months probation 27 years ago.Is this something that can be used against me in a custody case with my 6 year old daughter who calls him dad?
answered on Dec 12, 2017
His criminal history will be considered in determining custody. When an action for custody is initiated each party must submit an affidavit of criminal record/abuse history stating the names, birth dates, and criminal history of the adults living in your household.
The court looks at 16... View More
answered on Nov 3, 2017
Then it's either conversion, a fancy word for theft but sue them for the money. If they are doing something like this I'd be leery about taking the car. They broke the contract so you should get your money.
They have use police to remove speakers for speaking out. I violated something for reading board minutes, a veteran was removed by police for pointing out hypocrisy. On one occasion I (the press) was removed by police, the police escorted me out, we discussed the situation and he allowed me to... View More
answered on Oct 25, 2017
Speech may be limited by time, place and manner. It sounds like things were getting a little out of hand. How much is hard to say, however if you feel that there was no reason for the removal,contact the Pennsylvania Civil Liberties Union.
Refusal to issue me a state ID card due to assumptions on the part of a call center supervisor.
answered on Oct 25, 2017
Not under the circumstances as you describe them.Were you able to get the ID?
answered on Oct 25, 2017
An owner of a business can let you on their property but set the conditions.
I broke both my heels in early 17. i have to have a subtlar fusion on my left foot and will be in a cast. in order not to cause more damage to my right foot they want me to wear a boot witch isnt possible with the moniter on. What steps can i take so i can get my surgery done?
answered on Oct 17, 2017
Your lawyer can file a motion with the probation judge asking the judge to let you remove the monitor in order to have surgery.
There controlling I cn t take it they steal my ssi an disability checks they threaten me with cops tell me cops will force me 2 come back
answered on Sep 5, 2017
Depends on your competence level. Contact Community Legal Services to start with--see if they have a disabilty rights project.
My dad was falsely accused of indecent exposure at an Auto Tag place where he was there to pick up his car registration that he been waiting for 3 months now that was not his fault with him waiting that long for it to process at the Auto Tag place.The auto tag owner called the police and lied and... View More
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answered on Aug 15, 2017
He would have to show both FALSE allegations, and prove his FINANCIAL damages, and that may be very difficult.
He should at least contact an attorney in PA who handles defamation cases. Go to Super Lawyers site, and look up civil attorneys near his location, who handle slander claims.
Telling them I haven't returned calls, saying I injured myself, ECT. Are they allowed to do this? Also, if my claim is denied and I feel this is why is there anything I can do?
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answered on Aug 12, 2017
While I can't tell you about your rights with regard to the sharing of information (my firm only handles PA workers' compensation cases), I can tell you about dealing with a denied claim - consult with an attorney, preferably certified in workers' compensation law. Once you give... View More
in her name. this was obtained in 2005. she remarried in 2009. there has been a lot of trouble. he is mentally abusive, mentally unstable and a threat to us. can my mother legally have him taken out of this house whether they are divorced yet or not? especially when he poses threats and his... View More
answered on Aug 29, 2017
If your mother fears for her safety, she can file under the Protection from Abuse Act to have him removed. I suggest that she contact a local domestic violence group for assistance.
1 yr. and 3 mo. I filed motions while incarcerated on grounds of 2255 and 3553 and other rules that the courts shafted me . I want to sue the third dist court of Allentown , Pa. this has taken away extra years of my life, because of their mistake upon the rules and sentencing guidelines. I think... View More
answered on Jul 18, 2017
You can try the Pennsylvania Civil Liberties union but I will tell you that judicial immunity would protect any of the federal courts involved. I don't see that you have a case you can file for what you believe were rule violations as a result.
I never refused to pay however every here and there money from work is short and they just never satisfied. I'm due to 60 a week however I had to skip 2 weeks and today I made a $80 payment I know is not a lot but I'm not refusing my responsibilities. I was a sucka and now I have to pay... View More
answered on Jul 7, 2017
Why are you paying? If spouse used your name but signed for it, that's something they must have known. Problem is if your payments are considered to be adoption by you of the debt. Suggest you contact the Attorney General office of Consumer Affairs in Harrisburg for starters. Send them a note... View More
answered on Jul 8, 2017
I'm not sure why this is an issue for you. You haven't provided any information which tells me why you care about this.
Without any parental consent.is this legal
answered on Jun 19, 2017
Probably. It doesnt have anything to do with parental consent. If the stop was legal the officer has a right to briefly search occupants to ensure his or her safety.
I was contacted by this officer stating that I had struck "a vehicle" in my employee lot and it was on video, I could pay or be charged with hitandrun. he called back a week later and said the estimate is $150 just put it in an envelope with his name and to drop it at the police station.... View More
answered on Apr 14, 2017
You can report the matter to your insurance company, or you can use an attorney to ask for proof, negotiate a resolution, and prepare a stipulation and release. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an... View More
My sister took our 4 month old puppy to a rescue. We thought we were doing the right thing because the puppy got aggressive with our mother and other puppy. We checked the rescue site and they made false information about how "she was kept in a cage, wasn't paid attention to, etc."... View More
answered on Mar 7, 2017
You can try. But the law is murky--she gave him and didn't ask for anything. You can also get a lawyer to tell the person to take down the listing.
A lawyer on here said we don't have the right to drive under the "right to travel" constitutional right but if you read it the law says by horse, wagon, or automobile... Is the right to travel in an automobile not driving?
CASE #2: "The right of the citizen to travel... View More
answered on Feb 8, 2017
You have the right to "liberty" but the right to drive upon the roadways is limited by licensing laws. The original post, I believe, dealt with someone who felt that a licensing law blocked his right to travel. There is no specific right to travel--for instance you cannot trespass to... View More
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