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Criminal Law Questions & Answers
Q: H1B stamping: Should I answer yes or no in DS-160 for have you ever been arrested or convicted of any offense or crime?
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Answered on Jun 18, 2018
Answered on Jun 18, 2018
Hector E. Quiroga's answer
It is always best to be honest. These are not the types of violations that tend to keep people out of the US, but lying on an immigration form is. It is likely they will be disclosed as part of the criminal background check, yes.
It is always best to be honest. These are not the types of violations that tend to keep people out of the US, but lying on an immigration form is. It is likely they will be disclosed as part of the criminal background check, yes.
Q: At a restaurant where there was an altercation between a group of friends and security guard giving a parking ticket
Juan Ooink's answer
Your friend needs to sit down with a Civil Attorney to find out if there is something here and they should do so right away.
Your friend needs to sit down with a Civil Attorney to find out if there is something here and they should do so right away.
Q: Can I bar entry to my roommate’s boyfriend and friends ?
John T. Kontrabecki's answer
As a matter of real estate law, you have correctly assessed the situation. Your roommate has a legal right to enter the premises. He boy friend does not. If they do enter without permission they will commit a civil trespass. They may also commit a criminal trespass, especially if you tell them before hand that they are not welcome. Since one of your roommates was physically threatened, you may go to court and seek a restraining order baring the boyfriend from coming anywhere near the...
As a matter of real estate law, you have correctly assessed the situation. Your roommate has a legal right to enter the premises. He boy friend does not. If they do enter without permission they will commit a civil trespass. They may also commit a criminal trespass, especially if you tell them before hand that they are not welcome. Since one of your roommates was physically threatened, you may go to court and seek a restraining order baring the boyfriend from coming anywhere near the...
Q: I was charged with burglary 2 and a key was used to gain entrance. Would that charge remain the same
Stephen Grooms' answer
It doesn't matter if you have a key, the question is whether or not you had permission to enter and for what purpose. There are several different reasons this is a burglary 2nd as opposed to a burglary 3rd or burglary 1st. You should contact an attorney to discuss your case.
It doesn't matter if you have a key, the question is whether or not you had permission to enter and for what purpose. There are several different reasons this is a burglary 2nd as opposed to a burglary 3rd or burglary 1st. You should contact an attorney to discuss your case.
Q: Police came to apartment after girlfriend called claiming i hit hee but i was not there when they arrived but 2 warrants
Nicholas Nelson's answer
With active warrants you want to retain an attorney as soon as possible. If you truly were not there, you certainly would have a chance of beating the charges.
Your options are to either 1) continue absconding and wait to be either arrested or summoned to court or 2) get an attorney, then turn yourself in and hopefully get released on bail pending your trial - then gather witnesses that can account for your whereabouts on the night in question.
***This is general legal...
With active warrants you want to retain an attorney as soon as possible. If you truly were not there, you certainly would have a chance of beating the charges.
Your options are to either 1) continue absconding and wait to be either arrested or summoned to court or 2) get an attorney, then turn yourself in and hopefully get released on bail pending your trial - then gather witnesses that can account for your whereabouts on the night in question.
***This is general legal...
Q: Question about anonymous sexual interaction online.
Wais Azami's answer
Why play with fire?! Why not find other activities. Having said that, law which protect minors are usually strict liability and you can't say, "I didn't know." Some have defenses but why take the chance?
Why play with fire?! Why not find other activities. Having said that, law which protect minors are usually strict liability and you can't say, "I didn't know." Some have defenses but why take the chance?
Q: I was assaulted in the dark outside my apartment and did not see the attacker and accused my boyfriend after he found me
Thomas Briody's answer
You need a meeting in private with an attorney. So does your boyfriend. Domestic violence cases have a high frequency of victims who recant their original statement to the police, and a prosecutor is not going to just dismiss the charge without some additional investigation. You are correct that there is a risk that you could be charged with making a false statement, but there is more to this. An attorney can help the both of you. Get in to see someone as soon as possible.
You need a meeting in private with an attorney. So does your boyfriend. Domestic violence cases have a high frequency of victims who recant their original statement to the police, and a prosecutor is not going to just dismiss the charge without some additional investigation. You are correct that there is a risk that you could be charged with making a false statement, but there is more to this. An attorney can help the both of you. Get in to see someone as soon as possible.
Q: How can I find out my gravity score
Cary B. Hall's answer
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Best of luck to you.
Try here: https://www.pacode.com/secure/data/204/chapter303/s303.15.html.
Best of luck to you.
Q: There’s a 9-10 year old who keeps assaulting my 6 year old can he be charged if I call the cops on him
Cary B. Hall's answer
Yes, potentially a juvenile case could be opened on the older child.
If this is happening at school, however, contact school officials immediately. They'll, in turn, contact the older child's parents and try to get things resolved. The school can make a juvenile referral as well.
Hope the situation gets take care of ASAP. Best of luck to you.
Yes, potentially a juvenile case could be opened on the older child.
If this is happening at school, however, contact school officials immediately. They'll, in turn, contact the older child's parents and try to get things resolved. The school can make a juvenile referral as well.
Hope the situation gets take care of ASAP. Best of luck to you.
Q: Is it possible to see who or how many people have requested transcripts from a criminal case hearing?
Cary B. Hall's answer
As far as I know, no. Although Pittsburgh (and Philadelphia, for that matter) is often its own country concerning how it does things!
My suggestion is to contact the court reporters office within the courthouse and ask your question there -- if anyone will know, it's the court reporters themselves. Best of luck to you.
As far as I know, no. Although Pittsburgh (and Philadelphia, for that matter) is often its own country concerning how it does things!
My suggestion is to contact the court reporters office within the courthouse and ask your question there -- if anyone will know, it's the court reporters themselves. Best of luck to you.
Q: Where is the criminal statute for practicing medicine without a license in Md What is the code number
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Answered on Jun 18, 2018
Answered on Jun 18, 2018
Cary B. Hall's answer
I can only answer as to Pennsylvania law. Title 18, section 4913 ("Impersonating a notary public or a holder of a professional or occupational license") is probably what you're looking for.
If you're looking for a similar statute in Maryland, I suggest posting your question in the Maryland law section. Best of luck to you.
I can only answer as to Pennsylvania law. Title 18, section 4913 ("Impersonating a notary public or a holder of a professional or occupational license") is probably what you're looking for.
If you're looking for a similar statute in Maryland, I suggest posting your question in the Maryland law section. Best of luck to you.
Q: is it a criminal offense to sit on railroad right of way in a atv (not driving)?
Cary B. Hall's answer
You could probably be charged with "obstructing highways and other public passages," section 5507 of Title 18 (the Criminal Code). It's a summary offense -- unless a cop told you move and you didn't, then it's a third-degree misdemeanor.
You could probably be charged with "obstructing highways and other public passages," section 5507 of Title 18 (the Criminal Code). It's a summary offense -- unless a cop told you move and you didn't, then it's a third-degree misdemeanor.
Q: Is it legal for police to lie to get a warrant? How do I get this brought to the courts attention? i can prove it
Mr Aric M Cramer Sr.'s answer
You can get a consultation with another lawyer if you wish, or ask your current attorney to explain to you why they feel it dosen't matter.
You can get a consultation with another lawyer if you wish, or ask your current attorney to explain to you why they feel it dosen't matter.
Q: I live in pittsburgh pa. My ex sent me a 31 second explicit video of him having sex with someone and then threatened me
Cary B. Hall's answer
If he threatened you in some way, you can report that to the police to have him criminally charged. If he threatened you with physical harm, you could also file a petition under the Protection from Abuse Act to keep him away from you and possibly even get a temporary custody order as part of that process.
I think getting a family law lawyer is a great idea -- that lawyer can go over all of your options with you, face-to-face, including child custody and support. Best of luck to you.
If he threatened you in some way, you can report that to the police to have him criminally charged. If he threatened you with physical harm, you could also file a petition under the Protection from Abuse Act to keep him away from you and possibly even get a temporary custody order as part of that process.
I think getting a family law lawyer is a great idea -- that lawyer can go over all of your options with you, face-to-face, including child custody and support. Best of luck to you.
Q: My grandparents are threatening to put a restraining order my boyfriend, but they dont have custody of me, I'm 16 hes 17
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Answered on Jun 18, 2018
Answered on Jun 18, 2018
Cary B. Hall's answer
Sounds like a rough situation you're in - sorry to hear it. The only "restraining order" your grandparents might be able to obtain against your boyfriend is a Protection from Abuse Order, with them filing on your behalf (since you're a minor). They'd have to swear under oath, however, that abuse took place -- and if they provide false information, they'd be committing perjury, which is a felony in Pennsylvania.
Best advice to you -- and this is non-legal -- might be to keep your...
Sounds like a rough situation you're in - sorry to hear it. The only "restraining order" your grandparents might be able to obtain against your boyfriend is a Protection from Abuse Order, with them filing on your behalf (since you're a minor). They'd have to swear under oath, however, that abuse took place -- and if they provide false information, they'd be committing perjury, which is a felony in Pennsylvania.
Best advice to you -- and this is non-legal -- might be to keep your...
Q: My stepson’s mother gave him some of her adderall prescription to take. He doesn’t have any rx’s prescribed to him.
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Answered on Jun 18, 2018
Answered on Jun 18, 2018
Lillian J. LaRosa's answer
Yes, you can contact the police, but if your spouse has joint legal custody he can contact the pediatrician to make sure that the child does not have a prescription for this medication. The pediatrician would also be mandated to contact the DCF if there is suspected abuse or neglect of the child.
Yes, you can contact the police, but if your spouse has joint legal custody he can contact the pediatrician to make sure that the child does not have a prescription for this medication. The pediatrician would also be mandated to contact the DCF if there is suspected abuse or neglect of the child.
Q: Need attorney for my brother that's been in prison for 10 yrs on armed robbery. He was sentenced to 20 yrs.
Arthur Calderon's answer
I'd be curious to know the court's logic in denying him a retained attorney. Typically, a court will only do that if there has been multiple continuances granted in a case. I'd also be curious to know the level of evidence that there was to justify your brother entering an open plea.
The laws in Mississippi say that anyone convicted for a crime of violence is not eligible for any sort of earned time, early release, etc. That being said, if there is additional evidence discovered after...
I'd be curious to know the court's logic in denying him a retained attorney. Typically, a court will only do that if there has been multiple continuances granted in a case. I'd also be curious to know the level of evidence that there was to justify your brother entering an open plea.
The laws in Mississippi say that anyone convicted for a crime of violence is not eligible for any sort of earned time, early release, etc. That being said, if there is additional evidence discovered after...
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