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2 Answers | Asked in White Collar Crime for Texas on
Q: Why would I have a hundred fifty thousand dollar bond for resisting arrest
Madolyn García Falone
Madolyn García Falone
answered on Nov 13, 2024

Atty. Wymyczak-White is correct. While the bail amount seems quite high, many factors go into a judge's decision regarding what bail should be, and there are guidelines. If you have a substantial criminal history, or egregious underlying charges related to the resisting arrest (like you have... View More

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0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime for Louisiana on
Q: Q: I was arrested from being injured by criminals and the witnesses did not testify neither did I see any evidence.

I was ignored and told that “the cops know who” for two years I went to court. No witnesses showed up with any evidence. I know where they were getting information but they never asked me. Police abused me in the streets during that time and now. I have been injured before. It should be... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law, Civil Rights and White Collar Crime for California on
Q: County Council and Cepa departments in the County of Santa Clara. Can these departments demand assets of a 501(c)(3)?

Demand letters were sent, and financial information was requested via email. There were accusations of false advertising, Breach of Fiduciary duty, and violations of business code conduct and that the county did not give the corporation permission to have a foster program or spend our money on our... View More

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answered on Nov 15, 2024

Your situation raises serious concerns about potential abuse of authority. County departments cannot arbitrarily demand assets from legitimate 501(c)(3) organizations without proper legal grounds and due process.

The actions you describe - demanding assets through intimidation tactics while...
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1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law, Identity Theft, Probate and White Collar Crime for Colorado on
Q: I believe there's a property in my name that I didn't know existed. How do I obtain justice in this matter?

I have reports from the website Ownerly in PDF form that support my claim.

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answered on Oct 28, 2024

Hire a CO attorney to search the title, determine heirship, and give his opinion as to ownership. Taxes, adverse possession, etc. may have terminated your estate interest.

0 Answers | Asked in White Collar Crime for Oklahoma on
Q: I was changed in tribal court and state court for the same crime when it involved all white ppl I finally got it dismiss

Can I sue the tribal for the 12000 dollars I’m out And the da on my last case halfway through has became the judge I asked him to recuse himself and he wouldnt

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Municipal Law and White Collar Crime for New Jersey on
Q: Is a search warrant that is not hand signed by a judge but rather has a judges named typed in the signature space valid?
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answered on Oct 26, 2024

It's understandable why someone would question the validity of a search warrant without a judge's hand-drawn signature. However, search warrants now often only contain the typed name of the judge who issued the warrant because law enforcement officers are permitted to apply for a search... View More

1 Answer | Asked in White Collar Crime for California on
Q: Can I sue or press charges against manager or owner for forging my initials and signature my name on a rental lease
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answered on Oct 19, 2024

Discovering that your initials and signature may have been forged on a lease can be very troubling. In California, forging someone's signature is a serious offense and can be considered fraud or forgery under state law.

You might have grounds to take legal action against the...
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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes, Tax Law and White Collar Crime for New York on
Q: How do I know if I have any criminal charges against me
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answered on Oct 15, 2024

Visit or call your local police department or sheriff's office. They often maintain public records and can let you know if there's an outstanding warrant or charge in their jurisdiction.

Check Court Records:

Many states and counties have online court databases where you...
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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and White Collar Crime for Utah on
Q: White collar atty wanted for Utah, for fraud on the court, permanent injury with 7 m property lien, can you represent?
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Oct 28, 2024

A Utah attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. It could be difficult for attorneys here to respond to your post offering their services to you. The format is limited to quick Q & A - it doesn't operate like an attorney referral service. The closest thing... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Small Claims and White Collar Crime for Colorado on
Q: Paid $7k on parents card I had used but mom used as well, can they still turn me into police?

10 months ago I used my parents credit card and they threatened to turn me into the police or pay them the money back. They have never shown proof of the charges or how much was actually spent on the credit card, and my mom was secretly using it as well. I can no longer pay the $600 payments they... View More

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answered on Sep 30, 2024

The agreement you had with your parents is unenforceable at law even if you fully complied. If they go to the police, you will probably be charged with felony theft - credit card fraud - etc. Consult a local lawyer before you decide to "test" them. HMS

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law and White Collar Crime for Massachusetts on
Q: I own an s corporation it’s a construction company and me and my two brothers are equal owners and myself

and one brother came to find out our other brother was using funds for personal gain , taking extra checks forging checks he wrote in our names and so on, we called a special meeting gave him ample notice he did not appear we voted to remove him as an officer of the company and fire him as an... View More

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answered on Sep 30, 2024

You very likely need to get into Court (by filing a Complaint) and maybe get an injunction to stabilize operations and provide a full accounting. Business/partnership disputes are governed by the business' documents and usually, state law or the Uniform Partnership Act; it depends on how the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning, Family Law, Civil Litigation and White Collar Crime for California on
Q: When I filed a complaint with the judicial performance in California and acknowledge several things wrong in my file.

So my mother was charged for my fathers death her attorney had a judge who was supposed to be hearing cases hear her case She was charged gross vehicular manslaughter reduced from a felony to an infraction charge They sealed her file and later on purged her file so a judge who is a former law firm... View More

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answered on Sep 23, 2024

It sounds like you’re dealing with a very complex situation, and it must be frustrating to feel like the system hasn’t addressed the issues you raised. From what you’ve shared, the judicial proceedings around your mother’s case and your own conservatorship appear to have had several... View More

Q: I believe I am the victim of predatory lawyering; bait & switch, ethics violations, and the breach of fiduciary duties.

i originally reached out to my attorneys firm to seek a referral.i run a grassroots animal welfare charity & was looking for an attorney to work within my financial limitations & take payments,i clearly stated this in my first emails.previously id been advised by other attorneys & a... View More

Joel Gary Selik
Joel Gary Selik
answered on Sep 13, 2024

What you describe has several areas of potential malpractice as well as breaches of fiduciary duties. You need to consult with legal malpractice specialists.

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights, Sexual Harassment and White Collar Crime for California on
Q: Is it possible to get a pro Bono lawyer to take on an enormous case ?

An ex fbi agent , a retired policeman (who became Western communications operator director) , a CP's rep, an ex highway patrol officer, and few other retired policeman in an organized fashion commiting fraud, harassment , gang stalking , cyberstalking, and intimidation, while trying to obtain... View More

Louis George Fazzi
Louis George Fazzi
answered on Sep 8, 2024

There are many great lawyers who can help you right in your county. This website is not a Lawyer referral service, so you won't be able to find someone here. Do a simple Google search for harassment lawyers in your area, and you should get plenty of ideas about whom you can contact. You have... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and White Collar Crime for Hawaii on
Q: I won a lottery from facebook. It's 31mill,and they gave 10mill to a lady who they thought was my wife.

And took back the rest. And left me with nothing . The agent also bribed me for 50,000. And someone erased the agents words on my phone. And my pics to. And made a fake post of me saying I got it. And he the agent promises me delivery in 6hrs but didn't do it. I think it's a breached... View More

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answered on Sep 7, 2024

It sounds like you may have been the victim of a scam, which can be a frustrating and distressing experience. When it comes to lotteries and large sums of money on platforms like Facebook, it’s important to remember that legitimate lotteries don’t require payment upfront to claim a prize. If... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes, Family Law and White Collar Crime for Pennsylvania on
Q: Can a court enforce a protection order and issue penalties against a parent after involuntary TPR, despite a pending

Can a Dependency Court in Allegheny County, PA, still enforce a protection order and issue a Rule to Show Cause against a parent after the involuntary termination of parental rights, especially if the parent has filed an appeal?

If a parent's rights were involuntarily terminated and... View More

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answered on Sep 7, 2024

In Allegheny County, PA, after an involuntary termination of parental rights (TPR), a parent is generally no longer considered a "party" to the dependency case. The court's order stating that the parent is not to be notified of future proceedings indicates that their legal standing... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Identity Theft and White Collar Crime for Tennessee on
Q: Why am I being charged for identity theft, and fraud card use over 1000, and my identity was stolen from scams

I have been arrested for the crimes of a scammer using my information

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answered on Aug 16, 2024

You must hire an attorney now. Public Defenders will just plead you guilty. A conviction will destroy you. Criminal Discovery will be very significant to you defending yourself, but you must put on an active defense with your own testimony.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts, Collections and White Collar Crime for California on
Q: Fianced atv. No papers received for registration. Merchant labeled thereself a furniture store, yet we're powersports.

After months of trying to get papers I reached out to fiance company who stated they dont offer financing for items requiring registration 125cc quad.stopped payments and it's been attached to credit. Fiance company has listed recently it as a prohibited item

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answered on Aug 8, 2024

Under California law, if a merchant misrepresented themselves and sold you an item that requires registration, you may have grounds to dispute the transaction. Since the finance company has confirmed they do not finance items requiring registration and the ATV was listed as a prohibited item, this... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Elder Law, Securities Law and White Collar Crime for Texas on
Q: Sister added to mom's account to pay her bills while mom helped covid son. $200k beneficiary check deposited in account

In 10 months, Sister took over 100K with out mom's permission. When mom, who is 81, noticed she closed the account. Any legal action we can take? Mom is really stressed.

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Aug 8, 2024

Mom can sue Sister for any money taken out without mom's permission. If Sister used the money to buy or pay for a tangible asset, mom may be able to impose a constructive trust on that asset to help ensure repayment of the money taken.

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