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Q: Can your SSA number be used in any part of the USA State federal coding system? County codes?

This would include birth certificate # address and phone number.

Gary Kollin
Gary Kollin
answered on Oct 18, 2018

I have no understanding as to what you are asking

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Q: Is it legal for workers for one candidate to steal campaign literature of a competitor from doors and porches?

We have video of this occurring in June special election and we were told it is legal which I find hard to believe.

Ali Shahrestani,
Ali Shahrestani,
answered on Aug 17, 2017

That sounds like an election law violation. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/... View More

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Q: can election code 18203 be a wobbler. charged as a felony or misdemeanor
Ali Shahrestani,
Ali Shahrestani,
answered on May 9, 2017

See my answer to your identical question. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my... View More

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Q: can election code 18203 be charged as a misdemeanor
Ali Shahrestani,
Ali Shahrestani,
answered on May 9, 2017

That might be charged as a misdemeanor or felony of election fraud, depending on the facts and DA discretion. The statute reads,

"18203. Any person who files or submits for filing a nomination

paper or declaration of candidacy knowing that it or any part of it

has...
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Q: Re:CA gov't code sect 3205, are there situations where a candidate can receive a political contribution from an employee

Can employees who works with the candidate attend fundraiser events w/out violating section 3205. Can examples be provided on how an employee can contribute to a candidate they work with.

Ali Shahrestani,
Ali Shahrestani,
answered on Jan 25, 2017

Generally, I see no problem with this, unless you fall under certain exceptions re: campaign donations. For example, many people who volunteer for candidates running for political office also donate to their candidate's campaign funds. Talk to an administrative law attorney. The best first... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Municipal Law and Election Law for California on
Q: I have a question about the The Election Code of the City of Los Angeles.

Election Code states:

Circulation of Recall petitions can begin 28 days after service of the Notice of Intention on the Officer to be recalled if the petition has been approved by the City Clerk.

It does not say MUST begin contingent on approval. It says it CAN begin.

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Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Aug 23, 2016

Not clear what the question is but the League of Women Voters in your city is a great place to start.

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Q: Is it a violation of FEC law for profits made from selling a specific t-shirt to be donated to a specific candidate?

Basically, if someone sets up an online store to sell a t-shirt (or whatever) and they say "All profits from this will be donated to so-and-so candidate's campaign," are they violating the law?

What about if someone says they will give a discount to anyone that shows proof of... View More

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Jun 24, 2016

They are saying they will donate profits to the candidate, so I don't see that it's a violation. However why not ask the FEC?

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Q: Can a US city police department actively show support for candidates in a mayor election campaign?
Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Jun 24, 2016

Generally civil service rules prohibit that. A lot depends on what you mean by "show support." Discuss your concerns with the League of Women Voters for your state.

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