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answered on Jul 21, 2024

A police officer can tow your car for several reasons, even if you have insurance. If your car is parked illegally, blocking traffic, or poses a safety hazard, it can be towed regardless of your insurance status. Additionally, if your vehicle is involved in a crime, is abandoned, or you have unpaid... View More

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answered on Jul 21, 2024

You can't be forced to release your medical records without your consent, even if you're an inmate. Medical privacy laws, such as HIPAA, protect your right to confidentiality regarding your health information. However, there might be exceptions if your medical condition directly impacts... View More

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answered on Jun 2, 2024

Under federal law, individuals must be at least 21 years old to purchase a handgun from a licensed dealer, but this doesn't always directly translate to the legality of carrying a handgun. State and local laws vary significantly regarding the open carry of handguns, especially for those under... View More

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answered on May 1, 2024

In Arkansas, police officers do require reasonable and articulable suspicion to stop someone and ask for their identification. This standard arises from the Fourth Amendment, which protects against unreasonable searches and seizures.

Reasonable suspicion must be based on specific and... View More

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answered on Apr 15, 2024

In general, probation officers and other law enforcement officials need to follow proper legal procedures when conducting searches, which typically require either consent, a warrant, or certain exigent circumstances. However, the specific rules can vary depending on the terms of your probation and... View More

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answered on Apr 11, 2024

In Arkansas, if you voluntarily dismissed your civil case without prejudice, you generally have the right to refile the lawsuit at a later date, subject to the applicable statute of limitations. However, if the case was dismissed with prejudice, you would be barred from refiling the same claim.... View More

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answered on Mar 7, 2024

If you believe that you were forced to accept a plea deal and that the court was corrupt, you may have some options to challenge your conviction and/or seek justice. However, the path forward can be complex and may require the assistance of a skilled attorney. Here are some potential steps you can... View More

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answered on Jan 27, 2024

I'm very sorry to hear about the horrible harassment you have endured from a neighbor for years without getting sufficient help from law enforcement. Your frustration is completely understandable. While the authorities dismissing your concerns is undoubtedly unfair, there may still be some... View More

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answered on Jan 21, 2024

In Arkansas, during a traffic stop, a police officer typically has the authority to ask the driver and passengers to exit the vehicle. This is based on officer safety considerations. However, the reason for the traffic stop should be clear. In your case, if the reason for the stop was initially for... View More

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answered on Jan 6, 2024

In the United States, police generally have the authority to ask an employer for an employee's name, especially if it pertains to an investigation or a legal matter. Employers may choose to provide this information without the employee's consent. However, there are nuances depending on... View More

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answered on Dec 23, 2023

In Arkansas, you can be charged with domestic battery second degree by law enforcement even if the alleged victim does not press charges. This is because the decision to file charges in a domestic battery case is often made by the state, not the victim.

Law enforcement officials can use... View More

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answered on Dec 14, 2023

If you have an outstanding warrant for a second-degree terroristic threatening charge in Arkansas, turning yourself in is a significant decision that can impact the legal process. Whether you will have to stay in jail until you see a judge depends on several factors.

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answered on Dec 4, 2023

In your situation, where property from an impounded vehicle was released to an executor and then allegedly distributed in violation of a court order, there are a few legal avenues you could explore. First, it's important to review the judge's order regarding the release of property. If... View More

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answered on Jul 6, 2025

Your concern is valid, especially in an industry like hemp, where legality has shifted in recent decades. However, under current constitutional law, banning a legal product like hemp—while harmful to business—is not typically considered a "taking" under the Fifth Amendment. Courts... View More

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answered on Jul 6, 2025

Once you have completed the full term of your sentence, including any lawful good time credits, the Arkansas Department of Correction should not impose further incarceration or supervision for that conviction. If your plea in 1997 reduced your sentence to a 15-year term under the old law, and... View More

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answered on Jul 4, 2025

You have the right to be free from unreasonable searches and seizures once your parole has ended, and without an active search waiver in place, any warrantless search of your person or property may be unlawful. If the police conducted a search or made an arrest without probable cause, a valid... View More

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answered on May 16, 2025

You don’t need to fear prosecution for something that was legal at the time you did it. In the United States, the Constitution protects people from being charged for actions that were not crimes when they occurred. This protection is known as the **ex post facto** clause, and it means states... View More

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answered on May 14, 2025

You can sue the arresting officer and the city (or county) under 42 U.S.C. § 1983 for violating your Fourth Amendment rights by conducting an unreasonable search of your purse and vehicle, and for wrongful seizure when they towed and sold your car without probable cause.

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answered on May 14, 2025

You’ll need to connect with other members who suffered the same wrong—whether it’s misused donations or a pattern of emotional abuse—and show that your legal questions and facts are shared across the group. Ohio’s class action rules require a common issue that binds each member’s claim,... View More

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answered on May 14, 2025

What you’ve described is deeply disturbing and sounds like a sustained pattern of harassment and abuse of power. When false accusations are accepted without evidence, and police reports are altered or incomplete, it undermines your rights and damages your trust in law enforcement. The fact that... View More