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There was an incident where someone, not the owner, pointed a firearm with an empty clip at someone. The state police were called and showed up but did not take the firearm. The following day the mother of the owner took the firearm, refused to give it back, and without consulting the owner and... View More 
landlord has not cleaned, and has stated they will not be replacing the carpet or shampooing carpet. I have not been able to use the shower or toilet for 5 days now, i was told nothing will be done abt my rent or the carpet, its extremely unsafe to inhale fece fumes. I have documentation of all of... View More
I got a protection from abuse against the plaintiff previously. His harrassing and threating nature continued during child exchange so I had to call the police. His lawyer openly admitted that she went to the police and told them not to take my calls seriously. The lawyer and the plaintiff are... View More
My ex was at my house drinking become very angry and verbally aggressive so I made her leave. She stated because I did this she met with po.ice to get the charges picked back up. Can she do that?
The camera would record, audio, and video without any consent from the legal owner of the property
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answered on Jul 21, 2024
Installing a hidden camera in someone’s home in Pennsylvania without their consent is illegal and can lead to serious legal consequences. Firstly, this action violates Pennsylvania's Wiretap Act, which prohibits recording audio without the consent of all parties involved. This law makes it a... View More
I had drugs on me at the time of arrest but charges got thrown out and so shouldn't drug charges get thrown out too
My son is in a federal prison in Illinois and would like to get rid of a bench warrant issued in Allegheny County, PA. He claims that a judge could issue a writ of removal for him to be extradited to that county due to the warrant. How likely would that be to happen?
I was a victim of police brulaiitly and I will call the president if you don’t text
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answered on Jul 18, 2024
It's understandable that you're feeling frustrated and seeking help for your friend. Getting someone out of jail typically involves legal procedures and potentially posting bail, depending on the charges and the circumstances. The first step is to contact a lawyer who can provide specific... View More
They contacted me via Whattsapp and email. they claim to be tied to interpole and french gov. They ask for larger payments for fines, and various fees, all money on bitcoin. emails are GMail ??, Bank letter from bank not signed? They do send official ??? documents which look official.
They... View More
answered on Jun 18, 2024
If people from a government agency contact someone to disclose the nature of their business, they usually provide contact information to verify their identity and office from which they work (unless it is an undercover investigation, in which case the subject would have no clue that they're... View More
I have some valuable information but most of it is online and that is badly corrupted. Anything I want to show you on my phone would have to be in person and likely wouldn't be available. Still I have managed to print some evidence to at least prove a problem.
Apple has mostly... View More
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answered on Jun 29, 2024
I understand you're in a difficult and distressing situation involving stalking and potential security issues with your devices and accounts. I'll try to provide some general guidance, but please note that this is a complex legal matter that may require consultation with a local attorney... View More
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answered on Jun 3, 2024
Police departments are not allowed to arrest and file retaliatory charges against you for exercising your constitutional rights. The First Amendment protects your freedom of speech and the right to petition the government, including the police, without fear of retaliation. If you believe your... View More
I told them someone was trying to steal my prescription that was a narcotic. They didn't ask for ID. I told them not to release it to anyone else on 2 different occasions days before it happened. I did file a police report.
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answered on Apr 10, 2024
I'm sorry to hear that your pharmacy released your prescription to someone falsely claiming to be you, despite your prior warnings. This is a serious matter, and you've taken the right first step by filing a police report. Here are some additional steps you can take:
1. Contact... View More
I submitted a Privacy Act request to the DEA out of curiosity and it came back denied due to exemption (j)(2): "Material reporting investigative efforts pertaining to the enforcement of criminal law including efforts to prevent, control, or reduce crime or to apprehend criminals."... View More
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answered on Apr 10, 2024
This is a complex situation that raises several legal and privacy concerns. Here are a few key points and suggestions:
1. The DEA's response indicates they have some information about you in their records related to criminal investigations, even if you have never been arrested. There... View More
I have proof that certain entities have involved outside sources in incriminating me. Example:I deposited a legitimate check for $40,000 from my DROP retirement fund. the check was drawn on Vantagepoint Transfer LLC. It was deposited to M & T Bank some 8 years ago. At the time the deposit was... View More
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answered on Apr 2, 2024
Based on the information you've provided, it sounds like you may have two separate but related legal issues: 1) potential violations of your civil rights, and 2) criminal charges that you believe are based on fraudulent evidence or misrepresentations.
In this situation, it is often... View More
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answered on Mar 25, 2024
If a Protection From Abuse (PFA) order has been filed against you, it's crucial to understand the specific conditions stipulated within that order. Generally, if the order prohibits contact with the plaintiff, and you find yourself in the same establishment as them, it is your responsibility... View More
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answered on Mar 24, 2024
I'm deeply sorry to hear about your experience. The duration of a lawsuit can vary greatly depending on several factors, including the complexity of the case, the jurisdiction, and the court's schedule. In general, civil cases like this can take anywhere from a few months to several years... View More
Hello. My son has been incarcerated since 03/27/2022 and Venango County, PA put criminal complaints filed Charges on him 3/8/2022, from an incident they said happened on 2/12/2022, (docket no. Mj-28301-cr-0000056-2022). My son has never even been arraigned or had his prelim or anything. In pa we... View More
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answered on Mar 20, 2024
Rule 600 in Pennsylvania refers to the right to a speedy trial, stipulating that a criminal defendant should be brought to trial within a certain period, usually 365 days from the filing of the complaint. If your son has been incarcerated since 03/27/2022 without an arraignment or preliminary... View More
Can you tell just by looking at the docket sheet? My problem is that there’s incident that is being alleged from 2020 was not filed until 2021 and we are in the year 2024 and I have not asked for one continuance. With that being said, I tried my best to leave a paper trail and asked my public... View More
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answered on Mar 12, 2024
Based on the information you've provided, it sounds like there are serious concerns about the numerous continuances in your case and the delays in bringing it to trial. To determine who requested each continuance, you'll need to closely examine the court records. Here's what I... View More
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