answered on Aug 17, 2023
Regardless of whether charges are dropped, the victim can sue the assailant for battery. Even if the assailant is found not guilty in a criminal trial, the victim can still sue. Remember a civil judgment was entered against OJ even after he was acquitted of murder.
HOA members make decisions behind closed doors on what is allowed within the community, such as building. Do members have the right to view documents associated with these decisions?
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answered on Aug 11, 2023
In North Carolina, homeowners association (HOA) members typically have the right to access certain documents related to the actions and decisions of the HOA and its committees. The North Carolina Planned Community Act and Condominium Act generally require HOAs to provide access to various records... View More 
I had been stopped by NC Highway Patrol at a checkpoint and asked for my identification. I asked if I had done anything wrong and would prefer not to ID if I didn’t commit a crime, that it was my understanding NC isn’t a Stop and ID State and felt being forced to do so would violate my 4th... View More
answered on Jul 8, 2023
Police in many jurisdictions establish check points where they check all vehicles that pass through, mostly looking for DUI, but also for registration/license violations. These are advertised in advance in the newspapers or on the city website. At these checkpoints the law allows the officers to... View More
I have been treated differently in my company, no promotion, and no pay rise during 10 years of working. I decided to leave the company. I found the job the fitted me very well. I was notified by the hiring companies that despite my qualification for the job they cannot hire me because they have an... View More
answered on May 23, 2023
An agreement between two companies prohibiting one from hiring the other's employees is not strictly forbidden in North Carolina, although it must be written to comply with some fairly specific rules. Depending on how it is written and what purpose it is intended to serve, such an agreement... View More
What’s the best route to go
answered on May 4, 2023
If you believe someone has committed a criminal offense against you, you could file a police report. (The police will then decide whether to bring charges and, if so, which ones.) If you believe someone has committed a civil offense against you, you could file a lawsuit. (You can usually file... View More
The man was arrested without probable cause, without consent and without a warrant. He was simply accused and had ineffective counsel who did not use discovery to find his approximate location beyond a reasonable doubt, using his personal cell phone geolocation on the date and time in question by... View More
answered on Apr 1, 2023
Allegations of certain types of crimes may constitute defamation (libel or slander). But this doesn't usually apply to official government actions like prosecuting someone for a crime.
As for the criminal proceedings, nothing you shared sounds like a real slam dunk case of ineffective... View More
For some time now, I have been having someone/persons entering my home while I am out. I have a security system installed and (they) have been accessing the system. I have a bit of evidence and now I need the legal counsel to assist with the processing of the information and finding out who this... View More
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answered on Mar 19, 2023
I understand your concern and the importance of seeking legal counsel in this matter. To find a lawyer who can help you with this situation, you can begin by searching for attorneys in your area who specialize in civil litigation, personal injury law, or home security law.
You can start by... View More
A friend of mine overdoses I call for help the police come search the car find some stuff no more than a gram of herion in her purse and then seized both of our phones without a warrant
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answered on Mar 11, 2023
In certain situations, police may have the authority to seize a person's phone without a warrant if they have probable cause to believe that the phone contains evidence of a crime. However, the legality of the seizure would depend on the specific circumstances of the case. It is recommended... View More
Officer received information from the individual during a trespassing warning at a city park after dusk. Harassing (ie. Pulling over vehicles repeatedly, following /starring intensely at person during community event where person is with family, and stoping/following person while walking with... View More
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answered on Mar 2, 2023
It may be possible to pursue legal action against the city and/or officer if there is evidence of harassment and a violation of the person's civil rights. This could include claims of excessive force, false arrest, or unlawful search and seizure. However, the specific circumstances of the... View More
answered on Jan 5, 2023
It is understandable that you would be upset if you were not allowed to attend your brother's funeral. If you wish to file a grievance against the deputies, you may be able to do so through their employer, the sheriff's department. You can try contacting the department to find out more... View More
I am the victim of criminal abuse of the civil commitment process. Among the wrongdoings committed was the officer deliberately entering false timestamps on the custody order for the time taken into custody and time delivered to the examination unit. He deliberately entered both times as exactly... View More
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answered on Jan 4, 2023
Forgery of Writings is a common law offense in North Carolina. Common law forgery occurs when someone 1) falsely makes or alters a writing; 2) at the time the person made or altered the writing they intended to defraud; 3) the writing appeared to be genuine; and 4) the writing, if genuine, would... View More
answered on Jun 14, 2022
How were you damaged by the solicitation? Were you only inconvenienced, or did you suffer severe mental or physical pain and anguish? Unless you were severely affected, it isn't worth suing. You can't sue an out of state company in small claims court, you would have to sue in District... View More
I signed a agreement about my identity and an officer was on fb live and told everyone my name and address and that I was an informant
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answered on Jul 11, 2023
You should contact the police department, district attorney's office, or an attorney to file a complaint and take legal action.
Our landlord never fixed anything in the building we were renting for our business and we couldn't open. Back at Covid, he told us not to worry about rent "until we were up and going". The roof was leaking and ruining the carpet with mold and the AC/heat never worked. We ran a sports... View More
answered on Mar 25, 2023
Juror complaints can hint at something bad, but they can also just be complaints. But it is absolutely crucial to file for appeal before the deadline passes, as failure to meet an appeal deadline is considered a complete waiver of the right to appeal later.
[As a side note, generally... View More
Our landlord never fixed anything in the building we were renting for our business and we couldn't open. Back at Covid, he told us not to worry about rent "until we were up and going". The roof was leaking and ruining the carpet with mold and the AC/heat never worked. We ran a sports... View More
answered on Mar 1, 2023
First, I am not a North Carolina lawyer. But if you think the civil jury was prejudiced, you possibly could appeal that ONLY IF you or your trial counsel made an objection to the makeup or composition of the jury AND the trial judge overruled that objection. The appeal process is usually focused on... View More
answered on Dec 14, 2022
Please rephrase your question and give it context, I’m not sure what you’re asking.
He called me to his house about two months before he past away. My grandmother was in the same room in heard the conversation. He wrote out a letter in everything explaining where the truck goes to. So when he past away she put the title in her name, and will not let me have it knowing where her... View More
answered on Nov 15, 2021
Unfortunately what you are describing is a gift and a gift is not complete until you receive it. Since the title was never transferred over to you you never received the gift. If there are no other facts this is how a court would view this matter.
If your grandfather had left it to you in... View More
A red light was run and the police refused to breathalyze the driver even though I requested them to. He was notably impaired. His excuse was ‘the guy was a doctor’ and he didn’t have probable cause
answered on Nov 5, 2021
In answer to your question, yes. I don't think his excuse is valid however law enforcement is not require to have each driver involved in a MVA given a breathlyzer test. Now, if you think the law enforcement really breached his duties, then you can assert a complaint with his supervisor or... View More
Have been sent back to sending district but instead sent somewhere else for another evaluation. His due process rights are being violated. He’s had covid and treated unfairly. beaten Been sent all over the place this last year. It’s been pure hell for him. We are married and have been together... View More
answered on Sep 28, 2021
Contact the North Carolina Civil Liberties Union. Ask for the names of their "cooperating attorneys" on civil commitement issues. They give free consultations.
https://intake.acluofnc.org/
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