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Q: I need help with gangstalking lawsuit.been happening 4yrs now and won't stop. Done nothing wrong but fell in love
Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
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answered on Dec 20, 2024

Thank you for the question. I'm sorry; however, there is really not enough information to provide you with an accurate answer. I guess my question is why did you not turn in an Order of Protection then? You can still go to the local courthouse and file for an Order of Protection. I think... View More

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Q: If a inmate is in danger of their life, how can they get transferred if the staff refuse to let him fill out a request

He needs help

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answered on Dec 18, 2024

Inmate's Family Members can complain to the Warrant or their State Representative. There are other State Government Officials also.

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Q: If I only have one felony on my record and I have a charge of possession offentanyl afelony can I get probationand no ja
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answered on Dec 18, 2024

It is possible but doubtful. Hire a competent attorney, work full time, stay away from illegal associates, and you probably need a new phone and number.

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Q: i am being charged with a class b misdemeanor tca code 3914120 I am being accused of providing fake check stub

i provided my tax returns from 2023 it showing that I was self employed and what thee occupation was it coninsided with the check stub provided also the detective stated that if I provided tax returns that showed this employment that I would not be charged but I am being asked to come tomorrow to... View More

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answered on Dec 18, 2024

Quit talking to LEOs which has already got you in trouble. Hire an attorney to represent you. It needs to be diverted, dismissed and expunged. Getting a Citation instead of a Warrant makes no difference.

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Libel & Slander for Tennessee on
Q: Please help.Wht my county did 2 me no words.Wht are the Statute of limitations 4 Criminal simulation on a car?I have prf

I bought a few years ago from a car lot paid evry month on time,then I let a friend use it for sumthin Then I get a call from all Ref.MY KIDS Elementary school saying I'm wanted 4 GTA,every 1 watch as well as parents at school as I showed the cop the papers so she let us go then over 30 cops... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Constitutional Law for Tennessee on
Q: When a search warrant is issued & executed how long does the officer have to return it to court & have it filed in TN?

Search warrant was issued Oct 23rd and executed Oct 25th. It was then filed twice, Oct 31st and Nov 14th. On another occasion a search was done end of May. A week later in June a arrest warrant was issued but took till Sept to arrest the person. Then in Nov is when the search warrant was filed.... View More

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answered on Dec 18, 2024

The Defendant obviously did nothing after the first SW but continue what he was doing. Filing with Court should be prompt but tardiness alone will not vitiate the SW. TN Statute protects against most errors. To suppress evidence generated by a SW requires usually showing a lack of probable... View More

Q: I got charged with a misdemeanor of marijuana and I had back ground checks done for work which I did not get

Cause on back ground it showed a felony of meth. I do not at all do that drug and my family has seen ity community and it has been hard to get work or place to live housing and it is hurting my image what can I do can I sue

Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
answered on Dec 15, 2024

You can request your criminal record. I would consult with a local attorney to find out why it is on your record and whether he/she can get it off if it is false.

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Q: In the state of Tennessee how long does a plea of guilty have to appeal due to ineffective counsel?

There was no evidence submitted by the attorney as to who’s gun the child used to harm himself. He was young and afraid the attorney would not speak to us after paying him 50k only the Defendant. Savings exhausted I just need some guidance on what are the next steps

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Q: One year ago I instigated a fight in TN. I left the state the next day. What are the chances they would still prosecute?

Last year, I instigated a physical altercation in TN. And then I left the state the next day and did not return. It has been exactly one year since the incident and I'm wondering if the statute of limitation has run out or if it is tolled since I have been out of state. And if it is tolled,... View More

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answered on Dec 11, 2024

SOL on misdemeanors is 11 mo/29 days. Felony will probably be 3 yrs. Grand Jury proceedings are secret so there is no telling whether you will get indicted or not. Tolling the SOL is possible here.

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Q: I failed a drug screen on mistamenor probation what will happened to me when I go to court

It would be my 1st violation

Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
answered on Dec 10, 2024

Younever exactly know what will happen when you go to criminal court. Usually, it depends on the jurisdiction.

If this is truly your first criminal offense, then you can ask for diversion, which allows you to have your record expunged if you don't get in trouble for a year....
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Q: If you are pulled over for window tint in Tennessee are the officers required to test the tint
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answered on Dec 5, 2024

If LEO does not test it with a strip then their testimony at trial will probably not be accorded much credibility.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Estate Planning and Probate for Tennessee on
Q: I live in TN. Sister kept my portion of 1 quarter of my stiil living dads house, one of them at that time 2013.

He got temporarily remarried in late 2012?. Said he wanted me to have one fourth of the sell of his cabin and he was letting my half sisters be over the sell. The girls sold it in 2013 for 168k and they never gave me a penny. He's still alive and recently been put into hospice care in FL.... View More

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answered on Dec 2, 2024

I know of no cause of action that has a long enough statute of limitations for suits against any of them. If you are an heir to any real property then you can sue for partition. Search titles to see if anything still in the family. Sometimes conveyances are made which forgets about some of... View More

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Q: In TN if you are revoked on a 2 yr sentence to serve is it a mandatory 7 month 14 day kickout
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answered on Nov 30, 2024

No...That would be your first Parole eligibility date.

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Q: my brother is in jail in bradley county it says apperance bond 15000 what does that mean
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answered on Nov 30, 2024

That means he has to post a $ 15K Bond to get out of jail pending court appearances. Usually you talk to a bondsman about writing the bond at about 10% of the total bond.

1 Answer | Asked in Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and Juvenile Law for Tennessee on
Q: What happens to someone that makes a false police report and get a Innocent person that’s already on after care arrested

The after care is a requirement for the juvenile to be at home

Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
answered on Nov 28, 2024

Believe it or not, this happens all the time. Typically, the scenario is this. Someone abuses or threatens another person. Usually, it is a spouse or boyfriend or girlfriend. The person who did the abuse gets scared and calls the police and tells them that they were abused. This can be tough... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Tennessee on
Q: ME and my husband was arrested on some charges last year but they are half bogus so I need to know what w should do

about a year and a half ago, DCS showed up at my home with law enforcement and said there had been a complaint made to DCS saying that we had a "marijuana" grow lab in our basement and said they were there to check on the kids and search the house. they asked me for my permission to... View More

Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
answered on Nov 27, 2024

First of all, when you go on a public forum like this, you need to keep your question to legal issues without talking about all of the facts. It is a little late to give you Miranda rights; however, anything you say can and will be used against you. Second, there is no way that an online lawyer... View More

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Q: If I am trying to get mail logs from a jail and I have POA do i have the authority to sign for them?

I have a current and valid POA. It specifically states that it is to cover everything . My fiance and I have had trouble with the mail taking forever to get to him but not his to get to me. I confirmed it was not due to the post office. In TN they have 24 hours from the time they receive mail to... View More

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Q: I did not get an attorney before next court date I'm so nervous and court is tomorrow. Plz tell me there is something I

It's Sumner county court drug offense (very small first offense) and (suspended license 2 offense)

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Appeals / Appellate Law for Tennessee on
Q: Vacated sentence remanded Sentence. Will Defendant b rreleased from incarceration in ga?

Defendents in GDC an court of appeals vacated an remended sentence back to lower court does that allow for defendant to be released?

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answered on Nov 26, 2024

Post this under GA Criminal.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Tennessee on
Q: My fiancé has spent At minimum 120 days past her true sentence.. and is still incarcerated as I speak in TDOC

originally received a four year suspended sentence.served three terms 9 m 9 m12 m Towards the suspended sentence. Also during this time Was placed on Community Corrections and ended up with 492 days (16 months) CC day 4 day credits (of which I only was made aware of the exact amount after... View More

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answered on Nov 23, 2024

Do you have the sentencing orders. A Writ of Habeas Corpus is the appropriate method for her release.

Attorney M.G.Floyd, Esquire 901 526-1088

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