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I was arrested and booked into jail for a case 10 years after the case i thought was over. My car was impounded; they took my only ID which was my valid licence. Was released next day after arraignment. I lost my car it was auctioned. Missed jobs i had ready to do. Due to the negligence of someone... View More 
Someone has accused me of falsely filing a police report 10+ years ago, that claimed someone assaulted me. I have fortunately never been assaulted and never filed such a report. This is slander to make these terrible claims about me, so I’d like a way to prove that no such thing ever happened.
i have a scheduled disciplinary hearing scheduled at work. I am a HCA (Home Care Aide) or healthcare professional. I have fraudulent/contradictory allegations made towards me including rear-ending someone in an auto collision, buying a client alcohol & having a relative drive us home due to my... View More
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answered on Oct 19, 2024
First, carefully review all the allegations against you and gather any evidence that supports your side, such as emails, messages, or witness statements. Document the events in detail, including dates, times, and any relevant interactions. Collect any evidence that can refute the fraudulent claims,... View More
During a heated verbal argument between a married couple, the wife called the police and filed a report. She reported that it was a 'verbal argument' and she is not injured nor did it get physical. The husband had already left by then. She indicated that she was okay that he had left (to... View More
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answered on Oct 17, 2024
In this situation, it doesn’t seem like a crime was committed since there was no physical violence or verbal threats involved. The police likely filed a report to document the argument, but whether any charges are brought depends on the prosecutor’s review of the details. If there is no... View More
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answered on Oct 14, 2024
Yes, police officers have the authority to pull you over if they have a valid reason based on information from the DMV database. However, simply running your name without any specific cause may not provide sufficient justification for a traffic stop. Law enforcement typically requires reasonable... View More
We all are on a lease and they claim there’s an eviction notice on our door they put there and the realtor is coming out today to serve us. Can a realtor act as a landlord? My partner is in between jobs right now and it’s proving difficult to find one without a vehicle and neither roommate will... View More
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answered on Oct 8, 2024
When all of you are on the lease, one roommate cannot legally evict the others. Only the landlord has the authority to initiate an eviction for everyone on the lease. If your roommates are acting as agents for the landlord, such as a realtor, they must have proper authorization to serve eviction... View More
Living in a home for 4 years the parents of girlfriend live there as well there other daughters have been nothing but trouble no late on rent and nobody in the house owns this home or property but the other daughters have mid lead the police to think that there parents do own the house I know the... View More
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answered on Oct 6, 2024
It sounds like you’re in a difficult situation, especially if the police were misled by misinformation about the home’s ownership. If no one in the house owns the property and you haven’t received an eviction notice, your rights may have been violated. Police should generally not remove you... View More
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answered on Oct 6, 2024
I'm really sorry you had to go through that situation. It must have been incredibly stressful, especially when people jumped to conclusions without understanding what was happening. Being accused of something so serious in public can feel overwhelming, and I imagine you felt helpless in that... View More
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answered on Sep 27, 2024
When dealing with trolling, smearing, and defamation in family law, it’s important to stay focused on factual evidence and the legal process. People who attempt to control the narrative through harmful tactics often aim to provoke emotional reactions. Staying calm and maintaining a clear record... View More
I can't afford to fly back in the Us , they give the summon to my daughters . I don't know what to do.
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answered on Sep 25, 2024
It can be stressful to receive legal documents while you're out of the country, but there are a few steps you can take. First, it's important to check the legal requirements for the service of the summons. If it was served to your daughter and she isn't authorized to accept it on... View More
He doesn’t want to pay TANF his sadistic mother is guiding him he’s made cps believe I’m a drug crazy lunatic yet I was only protecting my son from him. My PO Idea for including my son on it fell through.. because of the pending dependency.. I’ve been researching and haven’t found any... View More
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answered on Sep 22, 2024
It sounds like you're in a difficult and unfair situation. If you're considering terminating the state's guardianship and submitting a petition, it might help to provide all of the evidence you’ve gathered, including proof of CPS’s misinformation about the court time. This could... View More
I was going to slit my dogs throat make her watch then slit hers we’ve had 2 anti harassment orders against him I’ve been in jail before of him he harasses my girlfriend she no longer goes to the mailbox because she has to go past there house I’ve spent money on attorneys I’ve been in jail... View More
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answered on Sep 22, 2024
It sounds like you’re dealing with an incredibly stressful and dangerous situation. When someone threatens your life, especially in such a disturbing way, it should be taken seriously by law enforcement. It’s frustrating and confusing when you feel like the authorities aren’t acting to... View More
This has been going on for years constant harassment from the neighbor sheriff does nothing
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answered on Sep 20, 2024
It sounds like you're going through an extremely difficult and frightening situation. When threats like these are made, it's crucial to document everything, including dates, times, and the exact nature of the threats. You might also consider recording interactions if it's legal in... View More
my ex and i are being targeted and our rights have been violated by the police and sheriffs
answered on Sep 15, 2024
Sorry to hear. You can contact a civil rights attorney in your area and also file a complaint with the office of police accountability for that police jurisdiction.
If you are accused of or are a suspect in a crime, a criminal defense attorney in your area should be the first person you... View More
Would I be able to legally possess a handgun as an army 18 year old in this state at all?
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answered on Sep 19, 2024
In the U.S., federal law generally prohibits people under 21 from purchasing handguns from licensed dealers, but at 18, you can legally own a handgun if it’s obtained through private transfer. So, as an 18-year-old in the Army, you can possess a handgun but not buy one from a store.
When... View More
Do I just file everything I can to fight cps in court? I only communicate by email or txt. This dependency has gone on over 6yrs. The court has failed to make written findings on the record at any of the 6mo review hearings the 6th month review hearings all get continued to be set special set,... View More
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answered on Sep 7, 2024
It sounds like you've been through a long and exhausting journey with the court and CPS. When dealing with such a complicated case that involves your family, especially when it has gone on for years and involves issues like the ICWA, it's important to gather every piece of evidence that... View More
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answered on Sep 7, 2024
Bringing a lawsuit against a County Engineer for malicious prosecution or a violation of your civil rights under Section 1983 is a serious matter. You would need to show that the engineer acted with malice and without probable cause, resulting in harm to you. Malicious prosecution claims require... View More
Wenatchee, Chelan county Washington
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answered on Aug 31, 2024
In Washington, the legality of police amending a search warrant after an initial search and then conducting a second search hinges on specific circumstances. Generally, once a search warrant has been executed, it is considered spent, meaning police can't simply amend it to search again. If... View More
I was in my house sleeping when I heard a hard knock on my door. I answered the door and it was the police. I passed my daughters friend on the way out. I talked to them and they wanted my daughters friend to come out but he wouldn't. I went in tried to talk him into leaving and he said no. I... View More
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answered on Aug 31, 2024
In your situation, it sounds like you're facing an unfair charge for damages caused by the police, not by you. Since you had no control over the police's actions or the damages they caused, it's questionable whether your apartment manager can hold you financially responsible. The... View More
At my previous job I had a large group of people using spyware to spy on both me and my family. They used the spyware to to sift through my personal accounts in an attempt to frame me in order to save themselves from prosecution, including stating that I was making threats against the federal... View More
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answered on Aug 31, 2024
It sounds like you're in a very difficult situation. First, it's crucial to gather any evidence you have of the spyware, stalking, or false allegations. This could include screenshots, records of communication, or any proof of unauthorized access to your accounts. Documentation will be... View More
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