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I am considering recording a phone call with a company based in Washington State, of which I am one of the parties. The purpose of the recording is for documentation/evidence. Is it legal to record the call without obtaining permission from the company?
answered on Feb 25, 2025
Thank you for the interesting question.
Washington State is a "two party consent state," which actually means that every party to a phone conversation, meeting, etc, must consent in advance to being recorded.
People who violate this rule can be subjected to criminal... View More 
father and mother were not married
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answered on Feb 8, 2025
Your situation depends on the laws of both the United States and Canada at the time of your birth. The U.S. generally grants citizenship to children born abroad to at least one U.S. citizen parent, but there are residency requirements for the American parent. If your father met those requirements,... View More
I'm a senior at Cascade High School in Everett WA, and my teacher is making a major change to the year-long syllabus, requiring students to put phones by her desk for the students to be marked present. I never take my phone out in class unless I get specific permission, so does she have the... View More
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answered on Jan 28, 2025
Your teacher does not have the right to confiscate your phone without cause, especially if you are not using it or causing a disruption. School policies generally allow for the restriction of phone use during class, but forcing students to hand over their phones as a requirement for attendance is... View More
I know a huge pet cremation business that has cremated pets and not getting the paw print. Then using another dogs paw print instead. Would i get into trouble for knowing that? I feel like i should say something but I don't know what the cause and effect could come from it
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answered on Jan 27, 2025
It’s natural to feel conflicted when you know something wrong is happening, especially if it involves people’s trust in a business. If you’re worried about potential consequences, take a moment to reflect on why this is bothering you so deeply—it sounds like you value honesty and fairness,... View More
I was held for 3 days on a complaint. The video submitted and shown by my attorney is not continuous footage. The video is a personal cell phone upload by Telegram. Documents are submitted digitally by a app platform.
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answered on Jan 5, 2025
To identify the state associated with your violation code, start by examining any official documents you received. Look for headers, logos, or contact information that might indicate the issuing state. You can also search the violation code online, as many states have their codes publicly... View More
answered on Dec 30, 2024
Sorry to hear. You will want to talk to an attorney in your area privately about this issue. Avoid speaking to law enforcement about this issue. An attorney should be handling communication with law enforcement.
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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
I am a disabled woman whose motorhome (where i live) is parked outside of xxx K Street, Hoquiam, Washington. The City of Hoquiam has violated my rights by pressing charges against the property owner of the address, that my motorhome is parked outside of on a public street, they have threatened him... View More
answered on Oct 6, 2024
I'm sorry for your ordeal. As my colleague mentions, legal aid could be a starting point, and also exploring whether your status makes you eligible for protections under disability laws. Good luck
I'm 16, and whenever I receive a paycheck, I lose about $25 to $30 due to taxes. This made me think about the Constitution and how this feels like textbook taxation without representation. I’ve done some research, and taxation without representation describes someone who is required to pay... View More
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answered on Sep 25, 2024
You’re right that taxation without representation historically refers to being taxed by a government without having a say in its decisions. In your case, you’re paying taxes, but because you’re under 18, you can’t vote yet, which might seem like you’re not being represented.... View More
I consented to a u/a however when I found out it was by direct oberservation I wouldnt give one due to invasion of privacy and trauma regarding the collection process. It is not in their policy rule that the do the u/a with direct oberservation. I filed for unemployment and got denied, I have... View More
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answered on Sep 14, 2024
It sounds like you are challenging your termination based on the lack of a policy about direct observation during a urine analysis (UA) and your concerns about privacy and trauma. When a workplace conducts drug testing, they generally must follow specific procedures outlined in their policy... 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
I have filed the complaint with the judge
I am Pro Se
and there is AI inteference with my computers online connection
My president is Joe Biden and Trumps running for re-election?
What do I do?
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answered on Aug 31, 2024
It sounds like you are dealing with a complex and overwhelming situation. If your rights have been violated over such a long period and you've already filed a complaint with the judge, the next step is to ensure that your case is being properly addressed by the court. It's important to... View More
i dont believe i signed a disclosure for them to discuss my addiction status with my potential landlord, I know that her and I said we didn't know why it would be important for them to know that information just to rent to me. all I know is that my second month rent wasn't paid and I got... View More
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answered on Jun 26, 2024
I understand you're dealing with a sensitive and frustrating situation regarding your privacy and housing. Let's break down the legal aspects of your question:
1. Privacy rights and health information:
Your health information, including addiction status, is protected under... View More
My school told me just before I walked for graduation that I couldn't wear my flower lai (which was given to me by my bestfriend who is Hawaiian) because it was "not from my culture" and that I had to remove it immediatly or not walk at all. I am very upset at this, as there is no... View More
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answered on Jun 21, 2024
It sounds like your school may have acted unfairly by making you remove the flower lei, especially since there was no clear rule against it. The First Amendment protects freedom of expression, but schools have some authority to regulate certain types of speech and attire, especially during official... View More
There are some unrelated questions in other areas, too. Breadth of experience, please.
answered on Jun 16, 2024
A Washington attorney could advise best, but you posted last week. You could search under qui tam and whistleblower law firms, in addition False Claims Act law firms - some firms use those terms interchangeably, depending on the nature of the cases they handle. Local and state bar associations... View More
My mother is saying that the police told her to hit me as hard as she can over me running away as a minor. I wasn’t able to tell the police the part where she was beating me but because I was afraid of going into foster care and she said they told her I was being abusive and she had to beg them... View More
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answered on Jun 10, 2024
I'm really sorry to hear about your situation. In Washington State, police officers do not have the authority to tell parents to hit their children. Physical punishment, especially if it results in injury, can be considered child abuse, and law enforcement officers are trained to protect... View More
my release of conditions has my other inicendent number, and its from a differnt agenecy that pulled me over for my warrents. not from when i was charged. and how do i sue for unlawful detainer and a judge court ordered me to a differnt jail even tho i have proof they had no holds on me
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answered on May 24, 2024
It sounds like your situation is complex, involving multiple incidents and a mix-up with incident numbers. If your release conditions have an incident number that doesn't match the one related to your pull-over or arrest, this could be a clerical error or miscommunication between agencies.... View More
My daughters friend went in my house and wouldn't come out. I came out my house and they allowed me to go back in and try to talk the person out. The person didn't live at my house or have any way of connecting to my ring. They didn't ask me anything they just shot my ring off. If... View More
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answered on May 19, 2024
You may have grounds to sue the police for damages if they acted negligently or unreasonably during the search warrant execution. Shooting your ring without asking questions, especially when you were the only person with access, could be seen as an unnecessary action. If the police left your home... View More
I signed a SOC that listed the municipality incorrectly. I'm trying to attack the SOC. Shouldn't the court need juristriction to approve the SOC.
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answered on May 19, 2024
If you were charged for a domestic violence incident that happened outside of the municipality, and the Stipulation of Compromise (SOC) lists the incorrect municipality, you have grounds to challenge it. The court needs proper jurisdiction to approve and enforce legal agreements, including an SOC.... View More
When a Magistrate Judge, who use to work for the Attorney General's Office, has a defendant who also use to work for the same Attorney General's Office.....AND.....the defendant is being represented by an Attorney for the same Attorney General's Office...Should the Magistrate Judge... View More
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answered on May 19, 2024
When a magistrate judge has a past work history with the Attorney General's Office, and the defendant or their attorney also has ties to the same office, it raises potential concerns about impartiality. The judge should disclose this information to all parties involved. Transparency in this... View More
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