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I want to avoid capital gain taxes as much as possible.
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answered on Jul 23, 2024
Using money from the sale of property to pay down your mortgage can be a wise move, but it requires careful consideration of your overall financial situation. Paying down your mortgage can reduce your monthly expenses and the amount of interest you pay over time. However, it's important to... View More 
I (15 year old) have been earning my own money and decided to use this money to buy a variety of items off amazon. I was on a vacation recently when the packages arrived and because my grandmother (legal guardian) was home i explicitly told her to not open them and just leave them in my room. When... View More
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answered on Jul 21, 2024
It sounds like a frustrating situation you're dealing with. While it might not be illegal for your grandmother to open the packages since she is your legal guardian, it is definitely a breach of trust, especially since you specifically asked her not to open them. As your guardian, she does... View More
Competency was raised by my public defender back in March. Since that time, a medical exam by experts proves I am innocent of this misdemeanor charge. However this report was never given to the prosecution or brought up to the court. After 110 of anxiety-filled days the doctor called me and said... View More
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answered on Jul 21, 2024
It’s essential to address your concerns about ineffective counsel and the competency evaluation with urgency. Start by documenting all communication attempts and issues with your attorney, including the call from the doctor. This documentation can be crucial for your case.
You should... View More
Well, I went to renew my Texas drivers license today and was told that I can’t because of this ticket. How in the world do I even address this? What’s that statute of limitations?
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answered on Jul 5, 2024
A warrant in a traffic case will cause an OJW hold on your license. You will simply need to resolve the outstanding ticket. If you retain a Colorado attorney, they can file a motion asking to vacate the warrant and schedule the case for appearance and resolve the ticket. The clearing of the... View More
My boyfriend had been arrested and gone to jail for numerous DV crimes including; battery, assault, arson. He had numerous felonies for violent offense and now after a second violent offense with me is being offered probation with no jail time. This does not make sense to me, what do I do if I... View More
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answered on Jul 21, 2024
If you believe the perpetrator is being offered an unfair sentence, you should reach out to the prosecutor handling the case. Express your concerns about the leniency of the proposed probation, especially considering his history of violent felonies. Providing specific details about the impact of... View More
My boyfriend had been arrested and gone to jail for numerous DV crimes including; battery, assault, arson. He had numerous felonies for violent offense and now after a second violent offense with me is being offered probation with no jail time. This does not make sense to me, what do I do if I... View More
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answered on Jul 5, 2024
As the victim in the case you do have rights under the VRA. You have the right to appear at his next court hearing and tell the Judge that you disprove of the resolution and why you disprove. In some instances, but not all, this can mean the Judge rejects the agreement of the parties.
Should I go to court and talk to the judge about lowering points (possibly the fine too)? I've lived here (in CO) 10+ years & have never received a ticket. I'm normally a cruise control guy & don't speed. I support a family of 6 on 1 income (mine) and I drive for work... View More
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answered on Jul 5, 2024
It would be the prosecuting attorney to whom the request for the reduction in points could be made. You may improve your probability of getting a suitable reduction by proactively engaging in a traffic class offered through court approved providers such as CIMA or ISAE. Different jurisdictions... View More
I owed and payed off but they took the sum out again even though I already paid. Have contacted them several times by phone and tried to make in person meeting but they are booked out the next 60 days. Tried to fax a form 911 for TAS to help but getting error messages for their fax number. Called... View More
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answered on Jun 27, 2024
While I understand your frustration with this situation, here's an overview of your options and some considerations:
1. Suing the IRS:
It's generally not advisable to sue the IRS over delayed refunds or processing errors, especially within this timeframe. Courts typically... View More
i applied asylum in Mars 2016 and still waiting for interview , and my mom just passed away a week ago. And while waiting my dad passed away 3 years ago. I dont know what else to do.
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answered on Jun 25, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your parents and the difficult situation you're facing with your asylum application. Here are some suggestions that may help you find a lawyer to assist with expediting your asylum interview:
1. Contact local non-profit organizations... View More
I have a patreon where I transcribe scenes (movies, television, video games, etc...) for actors to practice with. Would it be legal for me to add a link to a 30s-60s clip of the scene for reference if its unlisted-demonetized on youtube? Also, does the use of overseas media change anything?
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answered on Jun 19, 2024
Here are a few thoughts on linking to copyrighted content on Patreon, but please note that this shouldn't be taken as legal advice:
In general, linking to copyrighted material, even if it's unlisted and demonetized on YouTube, could still be considered copyright infringement... View More
I have a deposition approaching can I ask which questions will be asked ahead of time?
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answered on Jun 19, 2024
It depends. If it is a true oral disposition then anything is fair game. Your attorney may object but you are still required to answer the question. Objections are typically resolved after the fact.
That being said, there are very limited instances where your attorney may stop the... View More
Signed. Has a typed name of owner. No contact was ever made. No post for other employees to know of job opening do I need to leave in the ten days
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answered on Jun 15, 2024
Receiving a notice to vacate the property within ten days can be alarming, especially if the notice is unsigned and lacks proper formality. It's important to understand your rights as a tenant, even if your housing is tied to your previous employment.
First, verify the legitimacy of... View More
My mom got charged with assault against me and cannot come anywhere near the home or contact me. My car is in her name even though Ive spent 2k on it, and she also bought my phone for me. She sent officers to my work today and they told me that she wants the phone back (keep in mind im 18, and she... View More
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answered on Jun 10, 2024
I'm sorry you're going through this difficult situation. Since you are 18 and your mom bought the phone for you when you were 17, it complicates things slightly. However, if the phone was a gift, you may have a claim to it.
First, gather any evidence that the phone was given to... View More
The youngest child’s father is not involved and never has been and doesn’t want anything to do with his son. The older two children’s Father also will sign custody over to me.
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answered on Jun 8, 2024
In situations involving Child Protective Services (CPS), the process of transferring custody can be complex. While your sister and the children's fathers may agree to grant you custody, the final decision will likely involve CPS and the court system. Here are a few important points to... View More
I hope you can assist me with an important legal question that is causing me some concern. As an American citizen currently living abroad, I have started a relationship with a 17-year-old individual from Brazil. Given that the age of consent in Brazil is 14 and in my home state in the U.S. it is... View More
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answered on Jun 6, 2024
While age of consent laws vary between jurisdictions, engaging in a relationship with someone under 18, especially with a significant age gap, is generally not advisable regardless of location.
I would strongly caution against pursuing a relationship or marriage with a 17-year-old, either... View More
I'm on Supervised probation.nearly had my phone confiscated for reading Yahoo news Articles. PO Said I have a history with law enforcement. I do not. This is my first arrest. My dad was a cop for 20yr. He says that the articles I'm reading are too negative and too violent. this is news... View More
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answered on Jun 3, 2024
While on supervised probation, certain restrictions may be placed on your activities, including internet usage, but these restrictions must be reasonable and clearly related to the goals of probation. It seems unusual for your probation officer to restrict your access to mainstream news articles... View More
My boyfriend has been incarcerated since February 23rd. On Friday all of a sudden he was no longer booked on the 23rd at 11:23pm. Now the public records say he was booked at 1:28am on the 24th. The judge in the case gave the DA till Friday to file a motion. Is it legal for the DA to alter time and... View More
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answered on Jun 3, 2024
Altering public records, such as the booking time and date, after the fact is generally illegal and raises serious legal and ethical concerns. Public records are meant to be accurate reflections of events, and tampering with them can undermine the integrity of the legal process. This kind of action... View More
I was having a customers which all of them agree with me that I make full stop. But the cop keep pushing on giving me a ticket, I wish I have a dash cam, but unfortunately don’t. So what can I do
answered on Jun 1, 2024
Best is to get a traffic ticket attorney. Or you can plead not guilty and subpoena the Uber customers to testify that they saw you make a complete stop. But the Court is not obliged to believe them even if they show up. You will end up with unhappy customers who will complain to Uber. Thank you for... View More
How long does person A have to live in new county before filing? Lifelong Colorado resident
answered on May 30, 2024
Hi there, good questions! As a general rule of thumb, Person A could file in the new county; however, there is always the chance that Person B requests to have the case transferred back to the county they reside in.
The transfer and venue rules are a bit labyrinthine and I would need to... View More
I received a call from a court process server stating he was at my apartment to serve me legal documents. I was unfortunately not home, and called him back as soon as I got the voicemail. We spoke and he stated he would put me on his schedule for the following day at 1PM. I waited and he never... View More
answered on May 28, 2024
You should wait to be contacted again. Many things could have happened to prevent the process server from coming at the pre-arranged time. That being said, it wouldn't hurt to check with the court to see if something has been filed stating either that you were served (even though you know... View More
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