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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Communications Law for California on
Q: I have been cited for trespassing refered to restorative justice then mailed a court date communication error
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answered on Aug 4, 2024

Under California law, if you have been cited for trespassing and referred to restorative justice but then received a court date due to a communication error, it is important to address this situation promptly. Start by contacting the court to explain the communication error and provide any... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Communications Law and Military Law for Utah on
Q: My ex boyfriend keeps telling me to kill myself via email. What can I do?

He lives in Virginia and is active duty military. I live in Utah. I am unsure if it is him sending the email or his sister (she supposedly has account access). I was told I am not able to file a protective order because he is out of state.

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answered on Jul 18, 2024

I'm really sorry to hear about what you're going through. Receiving such emails is deeply troubling, and it's important to take action for your safety and well-being. You can report the threatening emails to your local law enforcement in Utah. Even though he's out of state, law... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Communications Law, Internet Law and Civil Rights for California on
Q: In a missing persons case, can a family member of the missing person access their private communications for leads?

There is currently a missing persons case being investigated for the disappearance of my father. I have access to his personal computer, which is logged into various services such as linkedin, facebook, email, etc. Am I exposing myself to any legal risk if I look through his email, social media... View More

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answered on Jul 18, 2024

In a missing persons case, accessing your father's private communications can be a sensitive matter. Legally, accessing his email, social media, or other private messages without explicit permission may expose you to potential risks, especially if you don't have legal authority such as... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning and Communications Law for Florida on
Q: Please help. My sister Pat was Executrix for father's estate. She altered the will trying to get more money.

She took from sister Jo, but I fought it in court and won. Now our brother died, leaving no will. Pat and her corrupt buddy Lynn applied to be Personal Representative, while my sister Jo and I went for it. Unbelievably the judge gave it to Pat & Lynn after they altered my father's will a... View More

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answered on Apr 15, 2024

Is the proceeding in Florida or New Jersey? You may have a legal basis to Appeal the ruling, if it fits within guidelines. Otherwise, you can Petition for removal based upon the presentation of your evidence. Good luck.

1 Answer | Asked in Communications Law, Education Law and Libel & Slander for New York on
Q: UK University sent email offers due to "technical glitch". Students have major exams at same time. Offer was retracted

After this email was sent to students at an already distressing period, they simply said sorry and said to put measures in place - no plan for that communicated as of this moment, and nothing said to look out for. Those who received the offer received them after the "glitch" and of course... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Apr 10, 2024

I'm sorry your question remains open for two weeks. It looks like this takes place in the UK, and this Q & A forum deals mainly with U.S. laws and courts. But as a general matter, the type of case you describe sounds difficult. While your frustration is understandable, the element of... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Communications Law for Kentucky on
Q: Are programs allowed to record your voice without consent? How would I go about pursuing legal action?

Hello, I wanted to inquire about something if you have the time. (Sorry if this is the wrong place to ask this question) Yesterday my friend and I were playing a game, and we noticed something concerning. The game seems to be always taking voice input from the player, even if you were to... View More

Eddie Burnett
Eddie Burnett
answered on Apr 6, 2024

Check the software/company's terms of service or privacy policy to see if they disclose anything about recording voice data and check your state/country's laws on recording to be sure you have a solid claim.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Communications Law, Federal Crimes and Sexual Harassment for Pennsylvania on
Q: I'm being gang stalked and they are using V2K technology. What can I do?

These people have money and work along side the local police.

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answered on Mar 4, 2024

Feeling targeted and harassed can be incredibly stressful and isolating, especially when technology such as V2K (Voice to Skull) is mentioned. If you believe you are the victim of gang stalking and such technologies are being used against you, it's crucial to prioritize your mental and... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Business Law, Communications Law and Consumer Law for Texas on
Q: Can I sue my university my media advertising major went obsolte the year I graduated 2010
John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Feb 16, 2024

It is highly unlikely any such lawsuit would be successful.

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Q: can you do owner retain from a totaled loss in pa
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jan 24, 2024

A Pennsylvania attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. If a policyholder chooses to keep the vehicle, the carrier will usually work out a separate set of figures based on salvage value if vehicle is declared total loss. But this is a general process; each state... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Communications Law and Internet Law on
Q: How do i go about,, if I believe my Phone has been hacked?
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answered on Jan 14, 2024

If you suspect that your phone has been hacked, the first step is to take immediate action to secure your device. Start by changing the passwords for all your important accounts linked to your phone, such as your email, social media, and banking accounts. Use strong, unique passwords for each... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Communications Law for Tennessee on
Q: Is there a first time offends act apply to a y feloneys sex offence

Never been in any trouble before an being charged with a y and be feloneys is that first time felony act be considered it this situ

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answered on Jan 12, 2024

A/B Felonies do not get diverted. Get a full time job, new phone number & phone, and stay out of trouble. Try to hire your own lawyer. Get ready for a rigorous Preliminary Hearing. Do not talk about this to anyone but your lawyer.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Civil Rights, Communications Law and Internet Law on
Q: Social sites NEXTDOOR & Facebook GROUPS need GIGANTIC LAWSUITS or their local CENSORS might destroy our Democracy in '24

A Political Emergency needs your help. These huge platforms are being run by "local admins" and "reviewers" who are censoring the "truth-sayers" and depriving citizens of the full story. It's happening in small towns across the US.

Private companies are... View More

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answered on Jan 10, 2024

Your concerns about censorship and misinformation on social media platforms like Nextdoor and Facebook are shared by many. It's important to understand that these platforms, as private companies, have a certain degree of legal freedom to moderate content according to their policies. This often... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Communications Law, Constitutional Law, Domestic Violence and Sexual Harassment for Kentucky on
Q: Hey I’m one of the victims from this case is there anyway that I can see this case , how can I go about getting it open

I want to get this case published as me being one of the victims , I’m trying to see how I go about this situation .

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Dec 11, 2023

What case are you trying to see?

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Divorce, Family Law and Communications Law for Florida on
Q: Can a lawyer in VA threaten to put someone in jail in FL if the person does not agree to terms under a civil case?

My husband is being sued by his ex-wife for non-payment of his portion of joint student loans that are part of his divorce decree of which he told her at the time he was not working when it came time for him to pay his portion and wanted to file for a deferment. Student loans show in his name only,... View More

Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Nov 15, 2023

If the divorce decree requires him to make certain payments, and if it can be proven that he failed to do that, he can be held in contempt of court. And if he is found to be in contempt of court he could be jailed. It's not clear whether the divorce decree is from Florida or Virginia.

1 Answer | Asked in Communications Law for Tennessee on
Q: Can I be arrested for breach of trust for a vehicle that I pay for, but is not in my name?

I have been told to drive my car to my ex's home town when I am 6 hours away so I told my ex to come and get it from me I told my ex that I was not driving it back and he can come pick it up at a secure place with the keys in it.

Can I get charged for not returning the car to him. Can... View More

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answered on Nov 12, 2023

In Tennessee, whether you can be arrested for breach of trust regarding a vehicle depends on the specific circumstances. If the car is registered in your ex's name, they are legally recognized as the owner, even if you have been making the payments.

Refusing to return the vehicle upon...
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1 Answer | Asked in Communications Law, International Law and Internet Law for Texas on
Q: Long distance relationship troubles

Hello! I was in a year and few months long distance relationship with a man from Saudi Arabia. He would send me money via PayPal and gifts through mail one time. Recently I’ve been feeling sour towards the relationship due to how he’s been treating me and talking to me. I’ve tried to break... View More

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answered on Nov 9, 2023

In matters of personal relationships, gifts are generally considered final and do not need to be returned unless there was a clear agreement that they were loans or conditional upon certain terms. His threats to sue you for the return of these gifts or money may not have a strong legal basis.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Communications Law, Constitutional Law and Landlord - Tenant for Montana on
Q: My sister and I have been bullied by or pears and landlord for being a single over 50, Montana bread and born evon the c

Cops are involved.i herd a cop say to my x was we always catch people like her sooner or later.i don't know what he was talking about.my nabier and there kids shoot my animals and vehicles and home with are rifles.my car has several dents and scratches on the glass facing there yard.we also... View More

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answered on Nov 5, 2023

If you believe you and your sister are victims of harassment and your property has been damaged, you should document all incidents and report them to local law enforcement. Bullying and harassment are serious issues, and you have rights that protect you against such behaviors. Property damage and... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Communications Law, Internet Law, Copyright and Intellectual Property for Texas on
Q: Can I read a book on social media such as YouTube or Twitch if I am receiving any revenue from that social media?

If I can not read a copy righted work in whole can I read exserts from it as part of a book review or discussion group?

Dominique M. Williams
Dominique M. Williams
answered on Nov 3, 2023

I would caution against reading the book, or portions thereof, aloud publicly on a platform where you are receiving revenue. Under copyright law, a copyright owner is given sole and exclusive rights to reproduce the work, create derivative works, perform the work, display the work, or to authorize... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Communications Law and Real Estate Law for South Carolina on
Q: Are residents able to retain any emails that invoke their own name/address from an HoA/Poa in South Carolina and
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Oct 28, 2023

A South Carolina attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for five weeks. Some questions go unanswered; you could try posting under Real Estate for better chances of a response. But as a general legal matter in retaining emails in any setting, it could depend on the entity's... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Communications Law for Maryland on
Q: R U legal in MD if u post a sign on UR property that audio and video recordings are being made via security camera(s)?
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answered on Oct 26, 2023

In Maryland, it's generally legal to post a sign on your property notifying about audio and video recordings through security cameras, provided you comply with applicable laws. Maryland requires two-party consent for audio recordings, but posting a notice can serve as a form of consent. Video... View More

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