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1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents, Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Arizona on
Q: Can someone return your car then leave with it again without your consent and not being it back.

I gave my car to a friend. He won't pick up his phone for 3 days now. He returned my vehicle then hopped in it and told my kids he was going to the studio. I never told him he could. Can I press charges. He won't bring it back

Josephine Pesaresi Hallam
Josephine Pesaresi Hallam
answered on Sep 19, 2018

Yes. There are two types of charges in this area.

One is called the means of transportation. And then a lesser felony is called unlawful use of means of transportation.

A theft of means involves someone permanently trying to deprive you of your property (vehicle). And on a lawful...
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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Rights, Gov & Administrative Law and Probate for Arizona on
Q: My dad was murdered in his living room in lake havasu city, az 3nov2017. His killer "turned himself in" who can help me?

The murderer, after killing my dad, stole my dads gun, 1 of 2 weapons used in the crime, as well as my dads wallet, cellphone, keys, & truck, all recovered from the killers possession at the time of incarceration. He was initially arrested in la paz county, where he turned to law enforcement... View More

Peter H. Westby
Peter H. Westby
answered on Sep 12, 2018

I recommend that you contact an Arizona probate attorney to advise you and answer your questions. There are many details that need to be handled and your attorney can help you get started.

2 Answers | Asked in Family Law and Civil Rights for Arizona on
Q: Can I take a girl to court to see if it's my kid when she's still pregnant ?

2 months ago I got with a girl and she got pregnant and she told me she was 11 weeks pregnant and it was mine then she said she wasnt pregnant but we have mutual friends and my friend who talks yo her told me she told her she is pregnant. Oh tested this girl and called her and. Try telling her that... View More

Gary Kollin
Gary Kollin
answered on Jul 21, 2018

Yes. There is a paternity action.

You are wonderful.

The easiest test is a blood test. It does not establish paternity but can eliminate it

Good luck

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Arizona on
Q: I'm filing a notice for post conviction relief. How can I find a lawyer to review it for me. this is just the notice.
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answered on Jul 19, 2018

I recommend visiting the State Bar of Arizona's website where you can specifically look for a Post Conviction Relief (PCR) lawyer.

http://www.azbar.org/legalhelpandeducation/find-a-lawyer/

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Arizona on
Q: I'm being charged disorderly conduct -weapon/instr but had no firearm on my presence before or during the arrest

I would like to know what I can do against my charges

Zachary Divelbiss
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answered on Jul 5, 2018

Hello, you are facing a serious charge so thank you for reaching out to get some help. Based on what you have briefly mentioned, you should strongly consider hiring an attorney to help you with your case and get the charge either reduced or dismissed. We are located in Glendale and will be happy to... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Family Law for Arizona on
Q: I need help putting together a case against the state of Arizona in a civil case. I need a paralegal to help me.

I have no idea on how to file a case or even put it together.

Gary Kollin
Gary Kollin
answered on Jun 24, 2018

That's the same reason why I do not perform surgery. I wouldn't hire a nurse, paramedic, or nurse's aide to stand by and teach me. Hire a lawyer!

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Civil Rights for Arizona on
Q: My roommate has multiple personality disorder and she was taken from the parking lot at casino arizona to scottsdale

Honor health osborn and now they say shes not there and never was there even though her husband was there with her before they removed him from the hospital.

Kai Michael Henderson
Kai Michael Henderson
answered on Jun 18, 2018

This may be a HIPPA issue. A person who is involuntarily committed has privacy protections which means that individuals without Release of Information paperwork may not be able to access the records. Her husband may be better able to obtain certain directory information. HHS.gov explains that... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Small Claims for Arizona on
Q: Investigation to find out who called the cops

My ex thinks I called the cops on him. I didn't. From what I'm able to tell, it was for a noise complaint. There wasn't an arrest or report. The cops just showed up, did their thing, and left.

Now, I'm being told that he's filing for an investigation on the phone... View More

Gary Kollin
Gary Kollin
answered on May 18, 2018

The answer is possibly.

Too many factors and too little information to evaluate

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Real Estate Law and Small Claims for Arizona on
Q: i filed a complaint in az to the housing dept for mobile homes and the legal paper the housing dept uses was short.

the respondent answered with a motion to dismiss. is it too late to put in my disclosure

Peter H. Westby
Peter H. Westby
answered on Feb 26, 2018

So long as your case is still pending it is never too late to correct any errors or disclosure issues and you should do so as soon as possible. You may also want to consider obtaining professional help to respond to the motion to dismiss. Correcting deficiencies and providing disclosure materials... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Civil Rights and Child Custody for Arizona on
Q: can my daughter grandparents keep our daughter away from us .? and they filed for guardinship and we didnt know anythin

my daughter was visitng with her grandmother for a couple of months and by the time we came to arizona and was leaving with her , they said we are not taking her because they think its for the best for her and that they dont know me and dont care to know me and wants her with them and want her... View More

Peter H. Westby
Peter H. Westby
answered on Feb 14, 2018

Parents must be given notice and the opportunity to appear in any guardianship proceeding involving their children. If you were not given proper notice, you can contest and ask the court to dismiss. I strongly recommend that you seek the help of a qualified attorney concerning this matter.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Wrongful Death, Family Law and Civil Rights for Arizona on
Q: My 21 year old son was found dead in his car August 13th. I live in AR. There is a video. How do i get info and copy?

ME office says months before we get autopsy results. I learned of his passing word of mouth. No obvious reason for his death.

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Sep 18, 2017

Find out who has the video.

Ask the victim assitance coordinator at your DA's office.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Domestic Violence for Arizona on
Q: How can I get a man who is in CA to be charged with what he did here in AZ. I'm the victim and I have physical damage
Ashelee Weeks
Ashelee Weeks
answered on Sep 15, 2017

Call the police department and file a report.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Divorce, Family Law and Civil Rights for Arizona on
Q: I'm being forced to sale my home, for way less than I agree.

My wife and I have been going through a divorce for more than a year now. She moved out a year ago, I stayed in our marital home. Its on her credit not mine and she got the judge to order the sale of the home and her attorney proposed an agent by the name of Tim. He is on the list of cert. court... View More

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answered on May 8, 2017

If the final order does not address listing price by giving you the power to veto the listing price, or a minimum list price, then you may not have any say over the listing.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Arizona on
Q: My home was robbed i know who did it but the police pushed it away. What can i do

My home was robbed by a friend of mine she was the only one in the home and then within minutes we knew everything was taken and the police were called she also had warrants and other things we did not know about going on through the state. the federal police department wanted to go after her but... View More

Tevis Steven Reich
Tevis Steven Reich
answered on Mar 2, 2017

You may have a civil claim against her. Proving it however may be difficult, especially if the police and local law enforcement felt they had insufficient evidence to pursue the matter.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law, Criminal Law and Domestic Violence for Arizona on
Q: the police were called by neighbors due to domestic violence between me and my husband once they got to my house they

questioned me about him and his brother eventually leading to a detective coming and told me if I refused to talk to them or let search my house, they would arrest me for domestic violence is this illegal for them to come to my house for domestic violence and then bribe me to talk to them so they... View More

Matthew Maerowitz
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answered on Sep 5, 2016

You have no obligation to talk to the police in a domestic dispute. The police must have probable cause to arrest you. However, they may have felt they had probable cause to charge you with a criminal offense (such as disorderly conduct) and will occasionally use the threat of an arrest to get... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law, Personal Injury and Products Liability for Arizona on
Q: I'm trying to obtain the right attorney regarding Toyota . I'm in Phoenix . Who is thebestSupreme Court lawyer near me?

Case has actual injuries,civil rights violations,product liability. I really need help

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Jun 22, 2016

No case against a manufacturer is easy. For starters contact a member of AzTrial Lawyers Assn who handles product liability--they give free consults.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Employment Discrimination for Arizona on
Q: I was a target of harassment at work 2 co - workers placed a noose on the forklift I drive and singled me out.

they told me it was for me. I need to know if I have a case and what type of lawyer should I contact for legal guidance. Also do I have the right to sue my employer since the employee's are still employed at my work place , I feel that my civil rights have been violated please give me some... View More

Marshall Jason Ray
Marshall Jason Ray
answered on Apr 27, 2016

There are lawyers from your state who advertise in your state, and there will be some who list on this website and others like it. You are looking for someone who does employment law. Depending on the facts, there are avenues to sue an employer who engages in illegal discrimination or who allows... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Arizona on
Q: My public def was found ineffective for drug use during trial 3+ yrs later. Can I sue for this? I'm free now on a 16 bid

Coke and pain medication. Admitted in court. Interviewed no one. No trial prep.

Adam Studnicki
Adam Studnicki
answered on Feb 21, 2016

More info is needed to answer. Talk to a injury or civil rights lawyer ASAP.

Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is only general information. It is NOT legal advice, and it may not work for your specific situation. It is...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Arizona on
Q: Hey, I plead with diversion for 13-1203A1 and other minor charges in MHC, once its done will I get my gun back/rights?

Hey, I plead with diversion on my case which included the related charge 13-1203A1 along with 13-1602MI and 13-2904.MI. My right to bear arms was stripped at the start of the incident and from what I can see online I can't really figure out a definitive answer if I will get the seized firearm... View More

Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Sep 22, 2015

http://armsandthelaw.com/restorerights/righttext.htm

Many times you can get basic answers by doing a simple internet search.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for Arizona on
Q: If I want to file a discrimination/ harassment charge against a corporation is there a time limit to filing.

I was attempting to be a guest at a La Quinta hotel in Scottsdale. I was verbally attacked and harassed by the hotel desk clerk. I am a trauma victim. I have mild brain damage and a mild dissasociative disorder. I feel they discriminated against me because they don't understand me. What she... View More

Adam Studnicki
Adam Studnicki
answered on May 29, 2015

Talk to a civil rights lawyer. All civil claims have deadlines, so don't delay. Be well.

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