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If I report someone to the police for trying to harm my pet and they have a protective order against me, is this considered a violation to the protective order? I'm sure they are going to deny it and say I'm harassing them but they shouldn't be able to get away with things because of... View More 
answered on Jul 25, 2023
In general, reporting someone to police for trying to harm your pet would not violate the terms of a typical protective order. Usually, a protective order prohibits from contacting another person or going within a specific distance of that person's home, place of employment, or somewhere you... View More
answered on Jul 25, 2023
To report a murder, go to the appropriate law enforcement agency for the area where the murder was committed. If the murder occurred in the City of Waco, you can report the murder to Waco PD or to the McLennan County Sheriff's Dept.
To file a wrongful death lawsuit, you should hire... View More
Dear Sir/Mam,
Since last 4 years a mob of police officers from Jalgaon,India.Nashik,India,Pune,India,Mumbai,India have been conducting phone tapping and email snooping in the US.They have been involved in public defamation in US,Public Harrassment,online stalking,workplace defamation and... View More
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answered on Aug 6, 2023
As a Californian attorney, I understand your concern about online stalking, defamation, harassment, and other unlawful activities being conducted by individuals located in Texas and India. To address this issue, you should consider taking the following steps:
1. Report the incidents to the... View More
The problem is, even though a judge signed and approved the warrant, when sheriff deputies showed up at our home to execute the warrant and take her to a hospital to receive a psychiatric evaluation, assessment and/or treatment, my mentally ill wife began to accuse me of attacking her the day... View More
answered on Jul 13, 2023
You may very well have a legitimate claim against the sheriff deputies and may be able to recover any compensable damages you sustained as a result of their actions (e.g. lost wages for time spent in jail, attorney fees to secure your release, etc.).
answered on Jul 12, 2023
These are always difficult questions but any attorney is going to need more details before answering a question like this. If your rights were violated it is possible that the evidence that was seized could be suppressed. Also, there is a small possibility if the damage to your property was... View More
Dallas County 283 District Court sentenced a woman to 400 days State Jail and Awarded her 448 days backtime credit. She is still sitting in Dallas County Jail and TDCJ has not received any paperwork from Dallass County since June 28, 2023? Is this a violation of Civil Rights? Who is responsible... View More
answered on Jul 10, 2023
The release must come from TDCJ, but yes, you can file a civil suit. Call an attorney in your area. Good luck,
When my ex left she told the police a bunch of lies to make it easier for her to leave state with my daughter. Afterwards I was harassed to the point that I wasn't even able to get my belongings from my house because literally every time I was seen I was pulled over and searched. I even fell... View More
answered on Jul 7, 2023
Your rights and remedies in this situation depend upon the particular facts and circumstances of your particular case, and some of those facts may not be within your knowledge at this time.
You should consult an attorney with substantial experience in civil rights litigation. F. Lee... View More
my wifes ex who i have never met or have had communication with up to third party, told the kids that he knows i bought a gun recently and that if i show up to the pick up and drop off that he would call the cops on me. The kids have also told me that he has driven 3 hours to my house that is on a... View More
answered on Jul 3, 2023
In your situation, which involves elements of family law, privacy law, and potentially harassment, here are a few possible steps you could consider:
Document Everything: Maintain a record of all incidents, noting the exact dates, times, and specifics of what happened. This could be crucial... View More
Mainly Tarrant county but could go into Dallas county too . I do not have pending criminal charges. This is voluntary
answered on Jun 28, 2023
You need a criminal defense attorney.
In most cases, the identity of a police informant is kept confidential. However, there are some exceptions to this rule. An attorney can help you understand your rights and negotiate with the police and prosecution to keep your identity confidential.... View More
I was arrested in late April for POSS CS PG 1/1-B >=4G<200G. I wasn't pulled over. I willingly stopped, because the police had stopped my friend while he was walking. They came to talk to me and explained that he was going to jail for warrants. While talking to me, they asked if I had an... View More
answered on Jun 22, 2023
The first thing you need to do is dispose of the criminal charges against you. Then have your attorney file a motion to release the purse from evidence to you.
Within the dweling or the exterior. To include unlawful towing. hey are refusing to sign a new lease. It ends at the end of the month. Multiple infractions
answered on Jun 21, 2023
They probably intend to refurbish the complex, or tear it down and build new buildings, when all of the existing leases expire.
Had court appointed attorney and they have not built up any defense for him.
answered on Jun 17, 2023
Provide your son with sufficient funds so he can fire his court-appointed attorney and hire a better attorney. It is unwise to scrimp when you are charged with a federal crime. Hire the best attorney and you are much more likely to get the best outcome.
Could really use some help!
answered on Jun 15, 2023
The go-to civil rights attorney and activist in Texas (especially for racial justice matters) is former Attorney General candidate and well-known lawyer S. Lee Merritt. https://leemerrittesq.com/
My understanding is that he routinely accepts cases on a contingency fee. He is also a... View More
Recently my boyfriend was arrested for criminal mischief well he was in need of medical attention the officer stated that they were taking him to see the doctor but instead they took him to jail a week later I mailed him out and he was still having his episodes and the probation officer was... View More
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answered on Jun 26, 2023
In a competition between veterans and domestic violence victims, veterans will always lose. All the facts about getting the veteran help will always fall on deaf ears.
I dropped my counterclaim but now the opposing party isn't living up to their deal. How can I bring back my counterclaim? Do I just file it similar to what I did the 1st time or is their a special way to do it?
answered on Jun 9, 2023
If you non-suited your counterclaim without prejudice and the statute of limitations has not expired and you haven’t passed any pleading deadline set by the court in a scheduling order, you can simply file a new amended counterclaim in Texas state court.
In federal court, you most likely... View More
Looking to see if my verbal agreement with someone is binding in Texas. She is saying it is no longer valid because we have had a fight and are no longer really speaking to each other. Is there something that I can read into and possibly reference in court?
answered on Jun 4, 2023
Unless there is a statute or common law rule requiring a writing, oral agreements are just as valid and enforceable as written agreements. This is a fundamental principle of contract law which is not dependent on the existence of any specific statute.
Of course, you still have to prove all... View More
Court when you're with a union. Judge said it was part of railroad act... Please help. Can the case be filed within the two year mark
answered on Jun 5, 2023
Your submission raises a complex question as to whether your claim under the ADA is preempted by the RLA or by the terms of your union’s collective bargaining agreement with your employer.
See https://www.thefreelibrary.com/Protecting+railroad+workers+with+the+ADA.-a016995247... View More
answered on May 30, 2023
It depends on the facts and circumstances leading up to the fight.
I ask because on some documents, especially recordings, you cant quote certain individuals, such as Linden B. Johnson because at the time of the recording he is a private citizen since hes no longer in office, either him or his family have copyrighted all recordings where he wasnt a public servant.... View More
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answered on Jun 18, 2023
It is generally not illegal to read declassified files aloud, as long as you are not violating any copyright laws or other legal restrictions. However, there may be certain limitations or restrictions on the use of declassified files, depending on the specific documents and the laws and regulations... View More
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