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1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law, Federal Crimes, Identity Theft, Criminal Law and Divorce for West Virginia on
Q: I’m currently in the middle of a divorce and I just found out my exwife filed her taxes married/joint and the preparer

She used plugged in my info from 2 years ago. When I found out and confronted her she started blaming the party that prepared her taxes. When I talked to them they said she came in with court papers and then they hung up on me. I’d like to know what my options are at this point. I’ve already... Read more »

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answered on Mar 19, 2023

If your ex-wife filed a joint tax return using your information without your knowledge or consent, this could potentially constitute identity theft and tax fraud. It is good that you have already taken steps to report the fraud to the Identity Fraud Department and the IRS.

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for West Virginia on
Q: Can the fed. prosecutor use use charges previously dropped against me to determine sentencing guidelines?
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In general, the Federal Sentencing Guidelines provide a framework for determining the appropriate sentence for a federal offense, based on the severity of the crime and the offender's criminal history. The guidelines take into account a variety of factors, including the offense level and the... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for West Virginia on
Q: I was released on my own Reconizance, but 1 year later I was forced to take a urine test, as part of being Bailed out

I refused the urine test, but I was informed that because I was out on BAIL that I had to take the urine test. I'm not even. up for any drug charges.

Matthew Stapleton
Matthew Stapleton
answered on Aug 11, 2022

This is sometimes allowed as a condition of your bond.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for West Virginia on
Q: I'm from Washington DC and have a warrant, how long do I have to turn myself in to custody?

The warrant is in West Virginia

Scott Scherr
Scott Scherr
answered on Mar 29, 2022

You should repost your question to West Virginia attorneys by listing the location as West Virginia.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for West Virginia on
Q: Can a person get out of jail via bondsman while facing Premeditated murder charges

If yes then how is that possible and how would they not consider them a threat to society if they have killed someone they could kill again

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Nov 5, 2021

If the Judge has set a bond and the accused can make bond, then yes.

Q: My grandpa died and almost a year later his will was changed.

The will stated that if my dad dies everything goes to my step mom but my dad died before my grandpa so that doesnt make any sense and I was told by granpda when he passed the house was to be sold and split between grandkids but we are not mentioned at all in this will

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on May 2, 2021

A West Virginia attorney could advise best here, but your post remains open for two weeks. I'm sorry for the loss of your grandfather. You could repost your question and add Probate and Estate Planning as categories, as you mention a will. There's no guarantee all posts are picked up, but... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Criminal Law and Small Claims for West Virginia on
Q: Charged with 2 counts theft, 1 count larceny in WV by rent-to-own company. My 1st ever offence.

Had a WV state trooper stop by my house a few days ago telling me a rent to own company I leased items from are pressing 2 theft charges and I think a larceny charge on me for unreturned and non-paymnt of 3 items. He said he would speak with a magistrate judge and get back with my in few days.... Read more »

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Apr 30, 2020

Your post remains open for two weeks and your matter is something where time is of the essence. You need to consult with a criminal defense attorney - this is not a small claims matter or consumer law matter. If you have not already, contact criminal defense attorneys - or based on your financial... Read more »

Q: Is there a law against the compound tetrahydrocannabinol to make it illegal?

I would like to know if it would be illegal to obtain the compound THC, there are laws against weed, however THC is just one compound found in marijuana among many others in the plant. If you were to order online pure or extract THC from a different plant would this be legal? Example: LSD is... Read more »

Mark Ryan Thiessen
Mark Ryan Thiessen
answered on Jan 6, 2020

So West Virginia law is still governed by Federal US law. THC is still illegal, but some states have legalized CBD and most states can't test the difference between CBD and THC and the concentrations. Unless you are in a state that has legalized marijuana, then ordering THC online is still... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for West Virginia on
Q: My dad passed away and had no will the case went through probate I have 2 brothers and was awarded 100% of the estate .

Am I in tilted to everything dad owned at his death. Cars trucks money in CDs at the bank life insurance.

Gary Kollin
Gary Kollin
answered on Sep 13, 2019

entitled?

Speak with the probate lawyer

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Animal / Dog Law, Civil Rights and Municipal Law for West Virginia on
Q: There was an arrest warrant completely filled out and signed by Magistrate and a search warrant with unfilled blanks

I was told that they had a warrant for my arrest never told me I was under a rest nor Read Me My Rights after they handcuffed me

Is it illegal arrests according to West Virginia law

Gary Kollin
Gary Kollin
answered on Aug 18, 2019

already answered

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Real Estate Law, Animal / Dog Law and Civil Rights for West Virginia on
Q: officer brings a warrant for your arrest and does not tell you you're under arrestt or read you your rights is it legal

The search warrant had fun filled in blanks

Gary Kollin
Gary Kollin
answered on Aug 18, 2019

Was it an arrest warrant or a search warrant? What does fun mean?

Unles a statement is being taken from you, then rights do not have to be read. Urban legend

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for West Virginia on
Q: How can I find out when someone has an up coming court date?
Gary Kollin
Gary Kollin
answered on Aug 9, 2019

Contact the clerk ‘s office

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for West Virginia on
Q: Been accused of touching my granddaughter inappropriately the police wants me too take a lie detector should I or not
Gary Kollin
Gary Kollin
answered on Jul 24, 2019

If the police believed you didn’t do it, they would not request a polygraph.

Stop playing with Fire and being penny wise and dollar foolish..

You NEED to retain counsel.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Personal Injury, Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for West Virginia on
Q: i sustained multiple cruel and unusual punishments while in north central region jail in wv .may i sue for this?

pictures and grievances filed for an attorney to see. can someone help me?

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on May 23, 2019

Contact the WVa Civil Liberties Union, ask for names of "cooperating attorneys" who handle prison litigation. They usually give free consults and can tell you if you have a case.

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents and Criminal Law for West Virginia on
Q: Today in wv I was in a car accident...failure to maintain control, and 2nd offense driving on a suspended. Can I go to

JaiL when I go to plead before the magistrate?

D. Michael Burke Esq
D. Michael Burke Esq
answered on Aug 23, 2018

Your question is out of my area of practice, but I believe that if you enter a not guilty plea, bail will be set. If you don't pay the bail, you will likely be held until you do make bail. If you plead guilty or are found guilty at trial, it's possible that you would be sentenced to jail.... Read more »

2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury and Criminal Law for West Virginia on
Q: What makes something an intentional tort instead of a criminal act? Who decides what claims to go civil versus criminal

court?

D. Michael Burke Esq
D. Michael Burke Esq
answered on Nov 1, 2017

Most--if not all--intentional torts ARE criminal acts. Assaults, intentionally running a vehicle into another vehicle, stealing, fraud, and other intentional, wrongful acts are both crimes and torts. I am hard-pressed to think of an intentional tort that is not a crime, but whether the criminal... Read more »

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1 Answer | Asked in Medical Malpractice and Criminal Law for West Virginia on
Q: Can evidence gained through blackmail be used in court to prosecute the other person

My friend is a Dr. He had an affair with a patient who I believed targeted him because she has a history of sleeping with Dr's for pain meds while blackmailing them.

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Sep 2, 2016

If it isn't the state that got it that way, don't see why not. The law only deals with admissabiltiy of evidence that the state gained through improper activities. If a burglar gets documents and turns them over to the government--let's say a hacker gets emails--those emails can be used as evidence.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for West Virginia on
Q: Why am I being charged w/ abuse/neglect of my infant son? He was taken from me when he was 3 days old.

I found out I was prego Feb 25th. I have doc documentation. I have been doing suboxone for 5 yrs. I began treatment Mar 16th. I never missed appts for the sub or baby doc. I participated in the Right From The Start, WIC, & the local pregnancy ctr programs. My son did have withdrawals from the... Read more »

Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Nov 13, 2015

Go have a full discussion with a juvenile dependency lawyer about all of this.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for West Virginia on
Q: If arrested then charges are dismissed, can I be to be reimbursed for property lost as a direct result of incarceration?
Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Nov 11, 2015

Probably not, but you should have a full discussion with a local attorney about this.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for West Virginia on
Q: Can you sue court and individual for false statement to police,imprisonment and for the court having knowledge of it.

My husband were arrested for grand larceny because a man said he owned the property they were junking out an old truck that was in the river. My husband was told by family that it was owned by a recently deceased freind of his. They plead to petit larcany but we now believe that the man who said it... Read more »

Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Nov 4, 2015

You cannot sue the court. You cannot sue the person either, because the defendant plead to the charge.

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