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0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Virginia on
Q: Legal implications of making airsoft grenades with black powder in VA?

I am in Virginia and I'm considering making my own airsoft grenades for personal use, specifically using black powder. I understand there may be restrictions on the amount of black powder one can possess in Virginia. My airsoft group has approved my design as safe. However, I'm not sure... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Virginia on
Q: Is it a constitutional violation if a parole officer doesn't protect parolee from informants?

I am currently in federal court with a lawsuit because I have been harassed and threatened by informants. When I informed my parole officer about this situation, she did not take any action to address it and only told me to "hang in there." She is also my representative for completing my... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Traffic Tickets and Gov & Administrative Law for Virginia on
Q: What's the legal speed limit past a 35 MPH sign in a 25 MPH school zone?

I am in Virginia and have encountered a discrepancy in a school zone speed limit. The zone is marked with a 25 MPH speed limit during designated times, but within this zone, there is a normal 35 MPH Speed Limit Sign (R2-1), followed by a speed camera, and an "End School Zone" sign. The... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Constitutional Law, Gov & Administrative Law and Health Care Law for Virginia on
Q: Hi, my dad has Medicare and Medicaid and in this new administration, an unelected official (Elon Musk) is apparently

Accessing this information. Is this illegal?

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answered on Feb 9, 2025

If Elon Musk or any other unauthorized individual is accessing your father’s Medicare and Medicaid information, that would likely be a serious violation of federal privacy laws. Health records are protected under HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), which limits who can... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Gov & Administrative Law for Virginia on
Q: How to prove Retaliation from the sheriffs department. I was on someone’s property eating lunch and the sheriffs let me

Came to the property asked me what I was doing I told him I was eating lunch and they let me go home and they said don’t come back up there or it was trespassing. After that another incident occurred so I called and made a complaint about how and Officer was treating me and less then three days... View More

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answered on Jan 21, 2025

To help prove retaliation, you'll need to document clear evidence showing the timeline between your complaint and their sudden change in enforcement. Start gathering any records of the initial interaction, including the date, time, and names of the officers who first let you leave without... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Constitutional Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Virginia on
Q: Based on 19.2-78 of the Virginia Code

Are sworn Virgina Conservators of the Peace permitted to have the Virginia Seal within their badge?

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answered on Aug 31, 2024

Under Virginia Code § 19.2-78, the law does not explicitly prohibit or permit the use of the Virginia Seal on badges of sworn Conservators of the Peace. However, the Virginia Code does outline specific rules regarding the use and display of the Virginia Seal, which is typically reserved for... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law and Municipal Law for Virginia on
Q: My car got tow from someones property while I was in the hospital and I never got notified is that legal
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answered on Apr 7, 2024

It's crucial to understand that towing laws can vary significantly from one jurisdiction to another, and specific circumstances play a critical role in determining legality. Generally, property owners do have the right to remove unauthorized vehicles from their property. However, most areas... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Gov & Administrative Law for Virginia on
Q: can abingdon regional jail cut a inmate off suboxone cold turkey?
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answered on Feb 23, 2024

Abingdon Regional Jail may have policies and procedures in place regarding the administration of medications, including controlled substances like Suboxone. However, abruptly discontinuing Suboxone without proper medical supervision and a gradual tapering schedule can pose significant health risks... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Public Benefits, Employment Law, Gov & Administrative Law and Military Law for Virginia on
Q: IDT paid time off? Federal orders annual training paid time off?

Hello, I am a county employee under the Commonwealth of Virginia?

I am also in the Virginia Army National Guard.

My question pertains to inactive duty training (weekend drills). Can an employer not let you accrue leave? and do they have to pay you?

or does that only apply... View More

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answered on Oct 26, 2023

Under the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA), employers, including those in the Commonwealth of Virginia, are prohibited from discriminating against or penalizing employees due to their military service obligations. This protection includes your weekend drills or... View More

Q: One parents right get terminated the other gets full custody can the one parent allow the other to see kids

When the parent that's has custody never lets the one that don't see them unsupervised

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answered on Nov 5, 2023

If one parent's rights have been terminated, legally they would not have any inherent rights to visitation or custody of the children. The parent with full custody has the discretion to allow the other parent to see the children, but this is a personal choice and not a legal obligation. Should... View More

Q: Can a Federal agency hire a vendor to do something the agency isn't allowed to do?

If a Federal agency feels it is in the best interest of the government to take an action, but it is not authorized to take such action, is it legal for the agency to hire a contractor to perform that action? If the agency feels it would be in the best interest of the nation, but the action would be... View More

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answered on Oct 15, 2023

In the United States, federal agencies operate within the bounds of statutory authority and regulations. They cannot take actions that are not authorized by law or regulation, even if they believe it may be in the best interest of the government or the nation. If an agency wishes to undertake an... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law for Virginia on
Q: Are there any attorney's in Virginia that are trying cases against the Virginia Employment Commission?
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jul 11, 2023

A Virginia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. At this point, you could check with the resources of local and state bar associations. Additionally, there is a tab above, "Find a Lawyer," which you could use to supplement your own searches. Those... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets, Gov & Administrative Law and Municipal Law for Virginia on
Q: My town is forcing a redirect of my street through an emergency access road. If this damages my vehicle is city liable.

I drive a completely stock 2001 Saleen S281. i have about 3" of ground clearance so i stay far away from gravel roads. This emergency access road will be the only way in and out of my neighborhood is a gravel road that is very loose, inclined, not level, and uses very large gravel bits. if i... View More

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answered on Apr 6, 2023

I see no liability for the city based on the information you provided but feel free to seek out other opinions on the matter.

1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law and Government Contracts for Virginia on
Q: A federal contractor believes another contractor poses a threat to them winning an upcoming bid.

A federal contractor believes another contractor poses a threat to them winning an upcoming bid. As a preemptive strategy they offer to share revenue with the other contractor by giving them positions (workers) on the new contract in exchange for their agreement not to bid. Is this legal?

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answered on Mar 5, 2023

No, offering to share revenue or profits with another contractor in exchange for their agreement not to bid on a federal contract is generally not legal. Such an arrangement would likely be considered a violation of federal procurement laws and regulations, including the Anti-Kickback Act and the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Employment Law, Gov & Administrative Law and Government Contracts for Virginia on
Q: A company is refusing to pay me over $9000 that I earned as an independent contractor. What are my options?

The company is a subcontractor under a Prime Contractor who provides medical disability exams for Veterans Affairs. The company claims that the Prime didn't pay them for those particular services, and therefore they are not obligated to pay me for those services either. They haven't... View More

Steven Krieger
Steven Krieger
answered on Jun 7, 2022

Yes, you have a few options: 1) send them a demand letter threatening a lawsuit if they don't pay you; or 2) pass on the letter and simply fie a lawsuit. Before doing either, I'd check to confirm that your agreement does not have any language in that conditions your payment on payment... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Products Liability, Business Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Virginia on
Q: I ordered an item from etsy. Cant pay import fees.

Ordered $23 item did not know it was coming from Europe. Seller wont cancel. What happens if i dont pay duties/import fees.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jul 4, 2020

A Virginia attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for five weeks. You could check their terms of service, or if there are internal provisions for resolution of disputes. Good luck

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1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law, Military Law and Municipal Law for Virginia on
Q: What are the guidelines and rules of Tanks that have a deactivated weapon in VA, can I go on the road with them?

For example, can I drive on the road with rubber tracks?

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Apr 7, 2020

If it's one of the brutes, even in a deactivated state, you run the risk of liability for overweight vehicle damage, despite rubber tracks, and the potential for civil lawsuits from municipalities and utility companies for possible damage to sewage infrastructure and underground utilities. You... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes, Probate and Gov & Administrative Law for Virginia on
Q: Can my probation officer make me bring ib my pills that is a narcotic to my appointment

The office ia at the jail and I was thinking all I need to do is bring a print out of the script instead of the pills them self

Susan Fremit
Susan Fremit
answered on Feb 26, 2020

Ask your probation officer whether you should bring the pills in their container or whether you should simply bring a pharmacy printout.

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1 Answer | Asked in Business Law, Civil Litigation, Contracts and Gov & Administrative Law for Virginia on
Q: 850k If an attorney erases 3 lines in a copy of a contract he gives to a judge, is there a way to deal with it swiftly?

$850,000

The original contract is on file and his client stated he had possessions, that are the contract stated, he had no knowledge of the list and if found he would return. Apdx A was the 100k. list items. It a custom contact 3 pg doc. with appendix A list.. page contract written on the... View More

F. Paul Maloof
F. Paul Maloof
answered on Feb 16, 2020

It is no clear what is your question but if there was a judgment entered against you, you should file an appeal asap.

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Gov & Administrative Law and Landlord - Tenant for Virginia on
Q: My husband lives across the parking lot from in apartments we argue sometimes inside, I got evicted & it didn't get bad

Why I'm I'm getting evicted when I was just disgusting something with my ex and we never was loud outside & we will walk away before it got serious so I don't understand why I got evicted, we live at blue ridge Manor apts Vinton,Va

F. Paul Maloof
F. Paul Maloof
answered on Feb 6, 2020

I am sorry but I have no idea why you were evicted. My law firm is located in Alexandria City, VA so I am not available to go to Vinton.

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