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2 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Georgia on
Q: I'm in a custody battle and the opposite party is trying to change the sexual identity of my 6 year old born female

Is this illegal what can I do to stop it my daughter even kissed another girl at school she's showing her videos of this girl who's pretending to be a boy on a show called Micky and JJ my daughter acts strangely around them my lawyer won't let me call CPS what do I do

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answered on Nov 28, 2023

In a custody battle, the primary concern is always the best interest of the child. If you believe that the actions of the other party are not in your daughter's best interest, it's important to address this through legal channels. Discuss your concerns with your attorney, emphasizing the... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for Georgia on
Q: Police stops you. Your rights?

Stops You and asks for your ID. Your rights?

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answered on Nov 24, 2023

If a police officer in Georgia stops you and asks for your ID, it's important to understand your rights in this situation. Firstly, in many cases, you are required to provide your ID if the officer has a reasonable suspicion that you're involved in criminal activity. This is particularly... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Criminal Law for Georgia on
Q: Can a police officer tell the media your name and how you helped arrest a gang leader and drug dealer?violation?

Told news paper the name along with every detail of how you were involved in the arrest. It's a young girl in a small town and it's the chief of police. He went into detail to the point of even telling the signal from the girl they waited on to run in and all this was told to the news... View More

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answered on Nov 24, 2023

Releasing detailed information about an individual's involvement in a police operation, especially to the media, can raise serious privacy and safety concerns. In Georgia, as in other states, there are legal and ethical considerations regarding the disclosure of such information, particularly... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Landlord - Tenant for Georgia on
Q: What are the basics of predatory practices through a property management company?

I want to know what grounds do I have as a tenant to fight for my rights against an awful and unfair property management company that preys on low income families?

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answered on Nov 24, 2023

Predatory practices by a property management company can take various forms, such as unfair lease terms, excessive fees, or failure to maintain safe and habitable living conditions. As a tenant, you have rights protected under Georgia law and possibly local ordinances.

Firstly, familiarize...
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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights, Domestic Violence and Sexual Harassment for Georgia on
Q: I need an Attorney to call the Fulton County Sheriff's dept to see if there's Felony Warrants coming from Escambia Fl.

11/19/2023 Hello. I have a group of Africans that stole my identity claiming they own me. They forged fraudulent paperwork claiming they're married to me,claiming they're my financial responsibility. Claiming they own me. I found out they all served 20 years at Century Correctional... View More

Joshua Schiffer
Joshua Schiffer
answered on Nov 20, 2023

It doesn't quite work like that but you certainly need to pursue the folks trying to harm you. Since you are a victim of the fraud you need to make the appropriate reports with the appropriate authorities, as different agencies have different obligations/duties and are not going to be able to... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Employment Law, Sexual Harassment and Employment Discrimination for Georgia on
Q: Can I sue my job for sexual discrimination

So I’m wanting to know if I can sue my job for sexual discrimination because today on 11/15/23 I was given three days suspension for giving my female lead the finger and swearing at a male co worker but they did nothing when I came to my supervisor when somebody was watching me in the bathroom... View More

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answered on Nov 18, 2023

You may have grounds to pursue a legal claim for sexual discrimination, but it's important to understand that the success of such a lawsuit can depend on various factors. In your situation, it seems like you've been treated differently based on your gender, as evidenced by the suspension... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody, Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for Georgia on
Q: How to get kids from CPS when you have had no allegations against you.

I was arrested for a traffic ticket and my kids were with me. My mother wouldn't get them and the lady wouldn't let my friend get em. My stepdaughter and their aunt tried. CPS lady said they had a hearing and daughter and aunt went to the court house and was told there was no hearing. At... View More

Alake Colwell Furlow
Alake Colwell Furlow
answered on Nov 16, 2023

You said that the children were left with you, but it is unclear whether there was an order awarding you custody or guardianship. I think you should speak directly with an attorney so you can provide more details about what rights you have to the minor children, then that attorney can determine... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law, Federal Crimes and Criminal Law for Georgia on
Q: Should I report this person to the police?

I have an old friend. She has two biological children and a step daughter. She treats these children HORRIBLY. She’s the walking definition of FTK and has stated multiple times that she wish didn’t have children. She’s mentioned she hates her youngest, has called step daughter many... View More

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answered on Nov 9, 2023

If you have reason to believe a child is in danger or has been harmed, you should report your concerns to the police or child protective services immediately. The allegations you've mentioned are very serious, and if they are true, the children may be in immediate danger. The authorities have... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Election Law for Georgia on
Q: In Georgia, if part of a college campus is used as a polling place does HB 280 still apply or is it a gun free zone?

This is assuming that the area of campus being used for polling is not regulated as a weapons free area under Georgia’s Campus Carry Law(HB 280).

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answered on Nov 9, 2023

Under Georgia law, HB 280 allows individuals with the appropriate license to carry a concealed handgun in certain areas on public college campuses. However, this does not apply to buildings and property used for athletic sporting events or student housing, including fraternity and sorority houses.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Georgia on
Q: Can defendents with same charge get the same bond but one has to post bond but other is set bond but lt out on own recog

Two people charged with possession of controlled substance. Both set bond, one has no priors and has lived in this town entire 28 years. Other has no job,from 5 states away just moved here and has a long criminal history. Both bonds were set at 3,000 she had to pay 500 but he was released without... View More

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answered on Nov 8, 2023

In setting bond, judges often consider various factors, including the defendant's criminal history, ties to the community, and flight risk. It's not uncommon for two individuals charged with the same crime to have different bond conditions. The fact that one person was released on their... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law, Gov & Administrative Law and Legal Malpractice for Georgia on
Q: If the superior court is Federally funded and Due Process is violated, who is held liable for all the damages caused?

I know Sovereign Immunity Defense is not available for money damages claims when constitutional rights are violated. I suffered heart attack symptoms after the moral torpidity of the definite bias of the Judge. I was then subjected to 53 days of solitary confinement with no medical treatment and my... View More

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answered on Oct 28, 2023

When constitutional rights are violated, particularly by state actors such as courts or law enforcement, individuals can potentially bring a claim under Section 1983 of the U.S. Code. This allows individuals to sue state and local government officials for damages when they've violated federal... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for Georgia on
Q: Questions concerning a writ of habeous corpus

The first question ask for Name, county, and court that entered the judgement of conviction under attack. I don't know what name they are referring to.

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answered on Oct 26, 2023

In the context of a writ of habeas corpus, when the form asks for the "Name," it typically refers to the name of the petitioner or the individual who was convicted and is challenging their detention or imprisonment. This would be the name of the person who believes they are being... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Internet Law for Georgia on
Q: My name is on documents that have I.D#s on them and when I looked them up I pull up money ,stocks bonds land houses ACCT

My name is on documents that are linked to many different things like stocks bonds bank accounts land things of that nature and I do not know how to locate any of it. no one will help me

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answered on Oct 18, 2023

If your name appears on documents related to assets such as stocks, bonds, bank accounts, and real property, there are steps you can take to assert your rights.

First, gather all documentation you have related to these assets. For stocks and bonds, you can reach out directly to the issuing...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Personal Injury for Georgia on
Q: ADA rights in Civil court ? informed judge of disability; found atty; he needed 1day delay for hearing. Request ignored

Had given note to judge of disability from doctor with request also.

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answered on Oct 15, 2023

In the United States, individuals with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to ensure equal access to the judicial system. This includes accommodations in civil court proceedings. It's concerning that your request for a one-day... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Georgia on
Q: If officer during a traffic stop is investigating beyond scope of stop asking questions to mislead for investigating/

Reason for something different the officer is technically questioning to further investigation to continue and if your considered detained and unable to leave till he is finished should officers inform you of your right or warn you????? Your lawfully detained under officers custody weather on side... View More

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answered on Oct 15, 2023

During a traffic stop, law enforcement officers have the authority to inquire about matters related to the purpose of the stop, such as verifying identification, checking for valid registration and insurance, and addressing potential safety concerns. However, if an officer begins asking questions... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Georgia on
Q: If officer during a traffic stop is investigating beyond scope of stop asking questions to mislead for investigating/

Reason for something different the officer is technically questioning to further investigation to continue and if your considered detained and unable to leave till he is finished should officers inform you of your right or warn you????? Your lawfully detained under officers custody weather on side... View More

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answered on Oct 3, 2023

If you are in custody for a crime, before police interrogate you, they should read you your Miranda warnings. Otherwise anything you say may be excluded from evidence in any subsequent trial against you for commission of a crime.

Be aware that does not mean that charges against you are...
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2 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Criminal Law for Georgia on
Q: Are you considered detained as soon as you pulled over by the police when the car comes to a stop

When you're pulled over by the police are you considered detained and before the police start to interrogate you about anything next to the traffic stop standard driver's license registration if they're leading to something else should or are they supposed to inform you of your rights

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answered on Oct 15, 2023

Yes, when you are pulled over by the police, you are considered detained for the duration of the traffic stop. This type of detention is typically referred to as a "Terry stop," originating from the case Terry v. Ohio. However, being detained is not the same as being arrested. The reading... View More

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4 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Rights and Legal Malpractice for Georgia on
Q: Attorney submitted false motion in court. What are my options?
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answered on Sep 28, 2023

Addendum - in terms of what you mean by "false," your options could vary. If you mean the motion was in error in terms of procedure or substance, you or your attorney could challenge it. If it contains information known to be false, and that information arises elsewhere in the pleadings... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Civil Rights for Georgia on
Q: This involves judge who lied in court about the disposition of a case. What are the options I have to dispute this?

He helped opposition despite the fact they lacked proof or agreement. Gave a false ruling.

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answered on Sep 20, 2023

Firstly, you can appeal the judge's decision to a higher court. This means challenging the ruling based on its legal merits. The appellate court will review the lower court's decision for any potential legal errors. Secondly, Georgia has a Judicial Qualifications Commission (JQC) which... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Criminal Law for Georgia on
Q: If you are interagated by loss prevention at a food city grocery store with out a police officer are your lawyer

I had got a fake 100 dollar bill back in change didn't know it until at my work until I payed for my food and 6 days later loss prevention came and forced my in to saying I did it and then had me arrested but I didnt know i was allowed to have a lawyer present because there was no cop present... View More

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answered on Sep 11, 2023

In your case, you found yourself being questioned by loss prevention personnel, not police officers. It is essential to note that loss prevention employees do not have the same obligations as law enforcement officers to inform you of your rights, including your right to an attorney, before... View More

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