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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and White Collar Crime for Maryland on
Q: Why would my codependent get plea for misdemeanor and I’m getting a felony

So we both have a plea offer for conspiracy and theft by false pretense he’s been offer a misdemeanor and I’m being offer felony’s why would we be offer different types of pleas for same charges should I take that plea or fight for misdemeanors I didn’t talk to cops but he did and he took more

Scott Scherr
Scott Scherr
answered on Nov 3, 2022

None of us can answer that question since we do not know anything about the case. You should discuss this with your lawyer.

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, DUI / DWI and White Collar Crime for Indiana on
Q: Can anyone help me ?? 2 lawyers have withdrew for bigger permenent jobbs which i guess i undwrstand I need lawyer &advic

owi, i have epilepsy. went long enough to get my licence, it had been years since one, my doc lowered it by 200mg and i felt it coming on so i pulled over parked at a bussiness. its complicated, my doc and my polypharmacist have both stepped in but after 1st lawyer left the 5 days ago now 2nd... View More

Joel D. Hand
Joel D. Hand
answered on Nov 17, 2022

It sounds as though there is at least a possibility that you may have a defense to one or more of charges that you could be facing but there is not sufficient information in your post to know for certain. I strongly recommend that you reach out to an experienced OVWI/criminal defense attorney who... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and White Collar Crime for New Jersey on
Q: I got arrested after a warrantless search and the police took my mothers car

The car wasn’t registered yet, but I had the title, which was made out to my mother, and showed it to the cops before the search. They took the title and the car. It’s been a month and they aren’t giving it back. I told them on the scene that it was my car just in my mothers name trying to... View More

H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on Oct 19, 2022

We can't tell you why the car has not been released as we don't know the police's side of the story, but it may be because they can't release an unregistered car out of impound in most cases.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Domestic Violence, Federal Crimes and White Collar Crime for Texas on
Q: How can I get a transcript of court proceedings in 1991 in Bell County Tx.? Also a copy of conviction in it's entirety i
Stephen A. Nicholas
Stephen A. Nicholas
answered on Sep 25, 2022

To obtain a transcript, contact the court reporter if the court in which the case was heard. That would be the starting point for the transcript. 31 years is a long time to retain a transcript, depending on the type of case & what happened in the case (appeals, etc.). A copy of the conviction,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in White Collar Crime for Florida on
Q: What charges can be found on a hotel employee who's pocketing the cash he takes and gives them the room free?
Stephen Arnold Black
Stephen Arnold Black
answered on Aug 18, 2022

If you have the evidence then contact the police and make a police report.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and White Collar Crime for Tennessee on
Q: Can we report our boat as stollen since we have not been paid for it? Can I Sue the dealership?

My husband and I own a boat that we decided to sell. We put it on a lot for a dealership to sell for us. The deal was that the boat would not leave the lot until paid for. We also agree that the dealerships would take $500 for selling it. We got a call from the dealership about 12 days ago saying... View More

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answered on Aug 11, 2022

Probably a Civil Warrant in General Sessions Court for Breach of Contract or Conversion. Hire a TN attorney.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Elder Law, Probate and White Collar Crime for California on
Q: My mother is 93 and suffers from dementia.i'm 75 and six (6) years ago I completed a 30 plus year prison sentence.

I'm the oldest sibling, and I have three (3) brothers and one (1) sister. Approximately 10 years ago my Mother gave my sister what I believe is a limited power of attorney to manage her property and assets. I was born in Dayton, Ohio. A few years after authorizing the above-noted power of... View More

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answered on Aug 7, 2022

A fiduciary litigation attorney can help you attempt to get someone else appointed as conservator for your mother, and the conservator can sue your sister to get stolen money and assets back.

1 Answer | Asked in White Collar Crime for Louisiana on
Q: Questions regarding multiple defendants and whether to file in State District Court or Federal Court

There are multiple defendants to be named in a suit surrounding a single transaction. Each of the defendants has a different role in the events (i.e. intentional delays; fraudulent non-disclosure/concealment, breaches of fiduciary duties, breaches of contract, etc.) that took place to accomplish... View More

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Aug 2, 2022

I would not recommend that you try to handle this matter yourself----it sounds complicated and as such, you should have an attorney represent you. Please use the Justia Find a Lawyer tab and search for litigation lawyers in your area to consult and then hire the one with whom you are most... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Antitrust, Appeals / Appellate Law and White Collar Crime for Tennessee on
Q: my lawyer was impersonating as a lawyer and got caught stealing money from clients.i was convicted of a crime under him.

what should i do?

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answered on Aug 11, 2022

Its hard to answer this without lots more detail, but you need to talk to a good lawyer right away.

This absolutely casts serious doubt on your conviction and it may be that you are entitled to a new trial. You need a real lawyer now, do not wait. If you can't afford a lawyer write or...
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1 Answer | Asked in White Collar Crime, Consumer Law, Contracts and Personal Injury for Florida on
Q: I need to prosecute a case following under Title 16 - Crimes and Offenses, GA Code § 16-5-101

I am B.T.G, R.Ph. I have been a licensed Georgia Pharmacist for 32 Years. I and my son are disabled; he with a mental health issue. I arrived to Statesboro, Georgia on June 16, 2022, and lost a contract already under execution in order to assist and advise my 22 year old son on site at Georgia... View More

Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Jul 24, 2022

What, if anything, does any of this have to do with Florida law?

3 Answers | Asked in Employment Law, Criminal Law, Banking and White Collar Crime for Texas on
Q: Don’t work for a company and that “company” sends you funds (cash app) can you keep it?

I’m being threatened by a make believe company that they will report me for stealing company funds. I do not legally work for them and they sent me funds over cash app. Since it was sent from cash app is it legally mine? They wanted me to be a money mule for them and convert it to Bitcoin for... View More

Elaine Jarvis
Elaine Jarvis
answered on Jun 17, 2022

Absolutely do not give this company any of your personal information. They are trying to phish you or obtain your personal details. There is a way on the cash app., I believe, to return the money, decline to accept it or report it as fraudulent. I would explore those avenues. The cash is not... View More

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Q: Has Workers Compensation in California been sued and charged for murder or attempted murder?

Workers Comp Adjusters attend physician/doctor appointments and direct medical care. Those directions and restrictions on medical care are serious enough to cause death.

E.g. not authorizing evaluation and treatment for a serious skull and brain injury that is known to cause death if left... View More

Gary Alan Jackson
Gary Alan Jackson
answered on Jun 7, 2022

GET AN ATTORNEY! you cant fight back when you don't know the rules of engagement.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and White Collar Crime for Minnesota on
Q: Ths fame was faulty I jumped to the next frame.

A friend accepted $500,000,000 worth of art and collectibles, took them out of state and sold them as her own. I kept track of all sales. I called the Sotheby's, Christies, Butterfields when they announced the sales and got a ton of goofy answers. They sold these items with made up... View More

Jonathan Matthew Holson
Jonathan Matthew Holson
answered on May 28, 2022

Contact law enforcement if you have a crime to report.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Libel & Slander and White Collar Crime for Texas on
Q: What can you do if a prosecutor lies to a judge about you?

Prosecutor has lied several times but criminal attorney said it doesn't have anything to do with statue you were charged with. What can or should you do?

Kiele Linroth Pace
Kiele Linroth Pace
answered on May 12, 2022

"Never interrupt your enemy when he is making a mistake." - Napoleon Bonaparte

Perhaps your lawyer knows that the judge already knows that the prosecutor's argument is irrelevant.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Internet Law and White Collar Crime for Tennessee on
Q: Have someone threatening to post nude photos to my family and friends if I don’t get them a 500 dollar Amazon gift card?

What can I do?

Cayley Turrin
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answered on May 10, 2022

I would call the police and let them know.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and White Collar Crime for Tennessee on
Q: Can the law brake in your door on a arrest warrant and cut your home security cameras off and are they allowed to take

Take your phone out of your hand on a traffic stop and say we don't need anyone else here

Cayley Turrin
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Cayley Turrin
answered on May 10, 2022

Without knowing more I can not say if it is legal or not.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and White Collar Crime for New Jersey on
Q: New Jersey Law-Property (corporate documents) & Theft of Property. Potential plaintiff Civil Complaint US Dist. NJ.

Possible plaintiff litigation: Civil Complaint of Theft of property (misappropriated corporate documents that include confidential R&D data, methods, procedures, formulars et. and life science data developed under DOD grant and contract) and Conversion (concealed) by former company consultants... View More

H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on May 4, 2022

With those type of allegations, I would suggest that you setup a consultation with a good lawyer.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and White Collar Crime for Ohio on
Q: What do I do when I’m accused of Felony 5 theft when i had approval to take

I was told by multiple people above me I had the ability to take a product with out paying. These leaders i have seen do the same. I made sure I was on camera doing this so it did not look as if I was stealing. I have now been termed and charged with a felony 5. I have never been in legal trouble... View More

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
answered on Apr 11, 2022

You need to get an attorney. Defending a criminal case is not something we can simply teach you to do in an internet forum.

1 Answer | Asked in White Collar Crime for Georgia on
Q: If I report my employer for white collar crime, can I be granted immunity?
Candace Alynn Hill Duvernay
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answered on Apr 12, 2022

Immunity is up to the prosecuting agency. Depending on your level of involvement, immunity may be offered to you, but be careful of the terms.

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law, Federal Crimes and White Collar Crime for Georgia on
Q: Federal criminal court. What is the process after a vacate and resentencing has been ordered by the appellate court?

How long does this process take the district court to do this? Is the psr always redone

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answered on Mar 10, 2022

It all depends on why the resentencing was ordered. If it has to do with information in the PSR, such as guideline calculations, then the PSR will be revised accordingly, although the presentence investigation is not redone in its entirety.

- Law Office of Joseph Abrams, Anaheim, CA

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