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City Police enter my apartment with a key provided by my landlord, came into my apartment and placed me under arrest and refused to tell me what for for over an hour. Took me to an interrogation room and interrogated me for hours then released me. Picked me up again the next day and interrogated me... View More
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answered on Nov 17, 2023
In South Carolina, police are not required to serve an arrest warrant immediately upon taking someone into custody. They may release the individual and serve the warrant at a later time. However, if you are arrested, the police should inform you of the charges against you as soon as possible. In... View More
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answered on Nov 5, 2023
It's important to understand that law enforcement officials have certain legal parameters they must operate within. Taking pictures of your car and surveillance in general can be lawful if it's part of a legitimate investigation and they have a reasonable suspicion of criminal activity.... View More
Lawyer representing client in 2018 for her divorce the lawyer is a senator as well. The client comes back after opening a nonprofit asking The now senator that was her attorney in 2018 to sign off on a distribution contribution of $250,000. From the leftover anFrom the leftover money that the... View More
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answered on Nov 5, 2023
In this scenario, the dual roles of the attorney as a senator and a practicing lawyer raise potential concerns about a conflict of interest. As a former attorney for the client, and now a public official, the lawyer must be cautious to avoid any actions that could appear to be preferential or... View More
Child with disabilities. Children’s hospital where all specialists are and child’s other doctors as well as school are alienating other parents and won’t comply with parents rights nor the law in SC
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answered on Oct 15, 2023
In cases where a child with disabilities is involved, federal and state laws provide various rights and protections for the child and the parents. If a school or medical professionals are not complying with the law, the parent has several potential avenues for recourse. They can file a complaint... View More
Indira sahni vs union of india case 1992
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answered on Sep 11, 2023
The question regarding whether the 50% reservation given to guest teachers in Madhya Pradesh teacher recruitment violates the limit set by the Supreme Court in the case of Indira Sawhney v. Union of India, 1992, is a nuanced one and would ultimately be determined through a detailed legal analysis... View More
Used for self defense only
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answered on Aug 8, 2023
South Carolina law allows for the open carry of most types of knives, including fixed blade knives, as long as they are not intended for an unlawful purpose.
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answered on Jul 11, 2023
To file misconduct charges against a police officer for harassment and kidnapping, you can follow these steps; Gather evidence, such as police reports, photographs, or witness statements. File a complaint with the police department. Contact the district attorney's office. Consult with an... View More
The short of it is I was set up for burning my own house down with all my stuff in it not an insurance job a cheating girlfriends now of age boyfriend that was never told about during there investigation but went into a fire station and told them that I was bragging to him that I done it and even... View More
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answered on Mar 11, 2023
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. If you have already settled your case and are still seeking your motion of discovery, you may want to consider seeking the help of an attorney who specializes in criminal law.
Here are some steps you can take:
Consult with a criminal... View More
I need advice about criminal cases and also police for violations against me. Also, for them not filing charges against someone who stole my truck. It's complicated. Basically, if the police decide you better do things there way kr they will put charges on you rather they have evidence proof... View More
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answered on Mar 2, 2023
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. It sounds like you may benefit from consulting with a criminal defense attorney who can advise you on your legal options and help you understand your rights. An attorney can also provide guidance on how to file a complaint against the police for... View More
I rented a Uhaul truck from a facility and paid for it in full, and then on my drive home I was followed by police, pulled over, and then had 6 cop cars swarm me and demand i get out at gunpoint. I was detained, placed into handcuffs, read Miranda rights, and then told the truck was stolen. I did... View More
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answered on Oct 17, 2022
You may have a defamation or false arrest claim. Either UHaul should not have reported that particular truck as stolen, or the police stopped the wrong truck (if there was another truck that was stolen and reported as such). Hard to tell who the actual legal claim is against, but you likely do... View More
I got pulled over and was charged with the DUI a few months ago and I allowed the officer to search my vehicle and I told him where my firearm was they took it and the next day when I was released from the jail they didn't give it back how long are they allowed to keep it before I can have it back
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answered on Sep 3, 2022
If the firearm is evidence in the case for some reason (it doesn't sound like it, but for example, someone might also be charged with unlawful carry in addition to DUI), then they'll hang on to it for at least as long as the case stays pending in court. But if not, then they should be... View More
What I was trying to say and not so many words is I got charged with the drugs but there's no charge or fines or tickets if anything to do with the truck how can they hold it
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answered on Sep 2, 2021
IF the arresting agency alleges that the vehicle was used in the futherance of the "criminal enterprise" they can seize it.
(for example: you were stopped with the drugs in the vehicle)
Rent me room in front but can rent same room in back. After I called cust Ser. She said guy then said I was banned from property bc of 1st stay. Stayed 1 night and he accused me of having high traffic to and from my room which wasn't true and that me and my girlfriend was sitting outside. I... View More
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answered on Nov 13, 2020
A South Carolina attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. As a GENERAL matter, hotels are given leeway in terms of declining patrons. The most practical option might be to look into other hotels. You could consult with a South Carolina to ask if they see things... View More
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answered on Sep 29, 2020
If someone set you up and you have no criminal intent then you should be morally and legally blameless. You should consult with a criminal lawyer in your state to discuss further specifics.
Person breaks into my house and steals my belongings steals my car vandalizes my other car and physically assaults my girlfriend can I have him arrested
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answered on Jul 8, 2020
Yes, absolutely. Your pending charges have nothing to do with you being the victim of a crime.
You should immediately contact the police agency in the jurisdiction in which your home is located. They will begin the criminal investigation process, and take the next steps from there.
Best.
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answered on Jan 24, 2019
Courts today can apply elements of both types of law. It will come down to a matter of the type of case the court has subject matter jurisdiction over, so that if a federal district court is deemed to have admiralty jurisdiction over a matter, it will apply maritime law and the Federal Rules of... View More
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answered on Oct 21, 2018
A teacher’s First Amendment rights include freedom of speech and a number of other fundamental freedoms. Freedom of speech is not absolute, meaning that certain forms of speech are not protected. These include speech which incites, is obscene, defamatory, and a number of other prohibited forms of... View More
Can i file a cival lawsuit against sheriffs office
2 days later it's always dripping and we weren't informed about a lot of hidden details about it. Can they charge us this money to take out the system?
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answered on Jun 12, 2018
If the system was not properly installed, you should demand that the company repair the system before you pay any additional money.
If you are not able to obtain satisfaction with the company, be sure to make sure that the company you used is licensed to work where you live. Unlicensed... View More
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