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The process for the house is complete and only needs deliver to senate to begin their process. Is it illegal for them to withhold this action, especially for political gain.
answered on Dec 20, 2019
This isn't a question for this forum. I'm sure it relates to current events and you can find the answer there.
answered on Jun 10, 2019
No. It’s not even a moving violation and carries no points. Normal fine is $25.
Israel has hundreds of nuclear weapons and refuses to allow inspections of their facilities and has not signed The Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons. Not to mention, this is a hostile nation that has attacked the US military killing hundreds of American service men with no... View More 
answered on Aug 30, 2018
The U.S. Government has been giving Isreal Billions of dollars in foreign aid for many years and getting little in return...so apparently it is legal.
I have a situation where I formed a contract by payment of ongoing fees with a US government department and for that contract I was lead to believe I would have legal rights protecting my property under US law given by U.S. Congress which has not happened, if things happened a certain way.... View More
answered on Jul 3, 2018
I have worked with patents for a long time. I cannot think of any government agency that accepts money from an individual for protecting intellectual property beyond the normal processes of filing for a patent, trademark, or copyright.
You need to talk with an attorney that can review all... View More
If so, is their case law?
answered on Jan 3, 2018
Anyone can sue for anything but a case that 1) is for a generalized harm 2) for a non-specific injury (e.g. he acted to limit our 2nd amendment rights) 3)is tolled by the statute of limitations 4) where the Federal Tort Claims Act was not complied with 5)or that concerns discretionary duties will... View More
answered on Apr 10, 2017
The Senate can change the rules by voting to do so, now and in the future. This answer does not constitute legal advice; make any predictions, guarantees, or warranties; or create any Attorney-Client relationship.
State of Virginia Trooper in collusion with a Sherrif's deputy and towing companies. Anti-fraud statute should apply under Sherman Act, presumably?
answered on Feb 20, 2017
You should contact a VA lawyer about this, rather than posting on the DC forum. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. This answer does not constitute legal advice; make any predictions,... View More
answered on Feb 15, 2017
It depends on the facts. See: https://www.fcc.gov/consumers/guides/broadcasting-false-information. Also the President cannot commit crimes, obviously. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You... View More
It is a case that focuses on the 2nd amendment. (I just need to know who won that case)
answered on Feb 1, 2017
See: https://www.law.cornell.edu/supct/html/07-290.ZS.html
The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I practice law in CA, NY, MA,... View More
People say that this doesn't mean anything but is it the current law or not? I'm finding alot of opposing ideas on it. Is it illegal or not? (1) Whoever knowingly mutilates, defaces, physically defiles, burns, maintains on the floor or ground, or tramples upon any flag of the United... View More
answered on Dec 7, 2016
There are indeed legal precedents which hold that the right to free speech permits political acts such as flag burning. However be prepared to defend the fact that such an act was indeed political speech and not otherwise endangering the public's safety. It can get tricky, especially depending... View More
answered on Oct 20, 2015
I do not understand the question, perhaps because you are asking the wrong question or worded it wrong. Who is the they?
answered on Oct 14, 2015
Apparently not, but the word person is very important and the constitution, depending upon the facts, can apply.
answered on Oct 10, 2015
You gave no facts. Without facts we cannot give an opinion. This is much more than a basic legal question, but requires much time in order to answer.
answered on Oct 10, 2015
What are the facts here? Without facts it is hard to apply the law.
answered on Oct 8, 2015
Facts are needed here. I do not know what you are asking. It appears to be whether there is an addition for compensation, and you have not shown any facts at all, just a question. We at least need to know some facts in order to form an opinion.
I see from the Opinion of J. Sullivan of July 14, 2014, that the Priviliges and Immunities question was left open. I am wondering whether or not the parties pursued this question, as this portion of the motion to dismiss was denied. In particular, the court left the question as to whether... View More
answered on Oct 1, 2015
If you want specific advice, you normally have to pay for that. This is not a basic legal question, it calls for an attorney to spend time on research.
answered on Sep 28, 2015
The Supreme court makes law all the time. It interprets the constitutions of the various states and makes laws concerning that.
answered on Apr 5, 2011
There are two sites that people use to find the Court's docket or recent opinions. http://www.scotusblog.com/ and www.oyez.com
answered on Jan 14, 2011
The specific policy would depend on the jail, detention center, or prison where the inmate is being housed. As a general rule in the US, a prisoner may file an official grievance with the agency designated by federal or local law. The inmate is required to be made aware of these procedures. The... View More
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