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I have allowed (3) searches, because they were intimidating. He told me he would arrest me if I didn't let him in. And that he would put my dogs down if I couldn't control them. They also broke the door on a motorhome that that does not belong to the person they are looking for.
answered on Oct 22, 2024
You should report this to the police. First, bounty hunters are not police and have no authority to arrest, search, or seize you. They CAN ask, and you can consent, to search your home. Did you secure a bond through this company for your son? In some circumstances, you may have contractually agreed... View More 
i had to climb a fence to excape , he also took a collectors coin i found pretended to help me look it up and instead of returning it he fired me and claimed it was the property of the estate grounds
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answered on Oct 21, 2024
I am very sorry to hear of this. You will want to speak to a local employment attorney that handles employee cases regarding possible claims of invasion of privacy as well as possible emotional distress. If the intimidation has caused you anxiety, for example, there could be claims under the... View More
I mis scanned a few items during self checkout ($40 worth) I was stop by a guy and told to go in the security room. He checked my receipt and saw I had mis scanned a few items and asked why? I told him I was in a rush and it wasn’t intentional. He asked if I had my id which I didn’t because I... View More
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answered on Oct 20, 2024
Yes they are trying to build a case against you. That's why they were asking you questions. You can expect that they will review any prior visits to that store. I've seen clients go from one charge to 11 charges. So if you have a history of doing this then I think more charges might come... View More
I was fasley charged in Lubbock tx. The charge was dropped months later. During a hearing to proceed pro se in my case, a sitting district attorney stated that my case did not fit the criteria of the charge i was charged with
answered on Oct 18, 2024
Not typically. But if you can prove that the district attorney who filed the charges personally knew you prior to filing the charges and was acting out of personal animus against you, you may have a potential claim. For example, if you are dating the DA's ex-wife and he made up the charge... View More
The school police officer reviewed the video and stated that it was consensual. Both children received the same punishment of 45 days at the LEO school. The girls mother filed a charge for rape.
answered on Oct 18, 2024
It depends. The age of consent in Texas is 16. Sexual intercourse (and certain other sex acts) involving someone under the age of 16 is by definition non-consensual even if that person enthusiastically participates or initiated it. This is called statutory rape.
If there is an age gap no... View More
First witness, the drug task force officer stayed in the court room while the K-9 to unit officer gave testimony. During the 2nd witnesses cross examination the first witness got up from his seat and went and sat with the prosecution whispering to her which caused her to re-cross examine the 2nd... View More
answered on Oct 18, 2024
Unfortunately, you have not provided enough information. It’s not clear whether you’re talking about testimony presented at the jury trial stage or a preliminary hearing or some other motion or evidentiary hearing.
As a general rule, any competent criminal defense attorney, at a... View More
I skipped but am unsure if I should do anything else. There’s not a report button either. Do I need to verify people are over 18 on this site?
answered on Oct 17, 2024
This is a fairly common situation people run into in the internet age. Sometimes it is an actual minor on an adult web site, other times is a fraudster attempting to extort money from site visitors and frequently it is a police officer posing as a minor working on an undercover task force. As a... View More
answered on Oct 17, 2024
The short answer is yes.
To charge someone, the police only need probable cause, which is the same standard the State needs when it seeks an indictment from a grand jury. Simply put, probable cause means something is more likely than not. It's not the same as the beyond a reasonable... View More
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answered on Oct 17, 2024
Yes. The standard of proof for an arrest is relatively low; the fact that the person may not be mentally sound is a defense to the charge, but not something that would prevent the charge from actually being made. Once the case makes it to court, the individual's attorney could then assert... View More
I had a hair transplant procedure at Virginia Surgical Center in Virginia Beach. They’ve been exposed recently for performing unlicensed surgical procedures. I was not aware at the time of my procedure that these individuals lacked medical education, training, and licensure.
I am... View More
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answered on Oct 17, 2024
I recommend that you consult with a lawyer who handles plaintiffs' work in the Virginia Beach area. Make sure that you preserve all evidence (photos, etc.) of these issues, as well as of your medical appointment itself (bills, etc.). There's no shortage of firms handling such work. You... View More
Is it right for an attorney to call client Sunday night and say court at 9am tomorrow Monday?
answered on Oct 16, 2024
Yes, while a lawyer should give their client as much notice as possible regarding court appearances, it is not the lawyer's responsibility to put the client on notice about Court in criminal cases. The Court issues notices via mail or in Court. The client signs notice for their new Court... View More
The passenger in my car exited and ran , he was then tased before falling allegedly two firearms was found in the open field where he was arrested one firearm with the serial number was altered he stated “ the weapon was in the when he got in there I was questioned and stated “ I knew nothing... View More
answered on Oct 16, 2024
The police are allowed a lot of discretion and leeway in the type of charges they bring during an investigative phase. Although the weapons were not found in your vehicle or your possession, since they were found close to the scene of the crime, this is likely why they charged you both with the... View More
My motorcyle was stolen and involved in a police chase where the guy wrecked but got away on foot. 2 weeks later I was arrested for the crime and charged with 13 different charges including avaiding and eluding
answered on Oct 16, 2024
As a Defendant, you have a right to discovery. Your public defender, private attorney, or even you (if representing yourself) can receive discovery through a written motion for discovery. There are timelines for when discovery must be provided and the DA is not required to turn over... View More
answered on Oct 16, 2024
In Georgia, a judge is required to set a bond on misdemeanor charges (with very few exceptions). Occasionally, higher bonds are issued in misdemeanor cases where a client has a lengthy criminal history- especially if he or she has open cases. Without knowing the specific details of this... View More
House keeping opened the door for him even after I said not to.
He was yelling and hitting the door.
His name is not even registered as a guest here.
answered on Oct 16, 2024
The hotel could potentially be liable based on negligence or premises liability. Hotels owe their guests a duty of care to ensure their safety and protect them from foreseeable harm. If you informed housekeeping not to allow the man inside and they still granted him access, this may constitute a... View More
I am being accused of being charged with a misdemeanor assault on family, my husbands 15 yr old daughter has been manipulated by her mother to hating me after 7 yrs of being with her father now that she is older according to her mother she has a mind of her own and attacked me at a restaurant in... View More
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answered on Oct 15, 2024
Wow! That is a terrible situation.
The most important thing you can do is to NOT talk to anyone about your case anymore. Save it for your lawyer.
I would like to see the video to give you a solid answer about your case. If there are others who took video of the event and your... View More
My ex has had me arrested twice before and he just lost in court against me so whatever this is is retaliation. I'm terrified of cops to the point of panic attacks. I don't know how to handle this.
answered on Oct 15, 2024
If you were a victim or witness to a crime the police would probably be nice and give you some information over the phone. It sounds like you are being treated as a suspect.
It is almost always a bad idea to speak to the police. Their purpose in speaking to you is to get you to say... View More
I'm a African American woman
answered on Oct 18, 2024
I do not practice criminal law, but your post came up under "International Law." Don't mess around with this on public forums inquiring about aftermaths. Seek the guidance of a criminal defense attorney without delay. You posted in the beginning of the week and we're now at a... View More
We live w my mom n her boyfriend and he suffers from skitsofrenia my mom’s boyfriend attacked him beat him in his head and was going to do it again if he had another episode so during an outburst I told the cops he choked me to save him from being assaulted again I figured jail was safer for him
answered on Oct 15, 2024
You could possibly get in legal trouble for coming forward with the true statement of what happened. However, you may also have legal defenses because you possibly had good reasons to make the false statement.
If I was in your shoes I would give a statement to the defense and possibly the... View More
Credit card maxed out by doing balance transfer amount is 4000$
I was using the same credit card for 3 years in the past
I have moved out of USA as wife lost job
Warrant in debt filed after 3 years I left the country
Hearing happened the same year but I was not in... View More
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answered on Oct 15, 2024
From the facts that you give, it is likely that the statute of limitations has expired and that the creditor can no longer collect on any debt. However, if the creditor got a judgment against you, because you didn't appear, then the judgment may still be valid and collectible if and when they... View More
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