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My uncle had a room in his house that I was going to move into, but after I got my belongings in there he changed his mind but let me keep my things there for safe keeping and free storage. They moved to San Antonio and didn't tell me they discarded my things until after the fact.
answered on Nov 15, 2024
There are not enough facts to answer your question. It would be important to know whether there was any written agreement between you and your uncle. It would be important to know how long your things were at your uncle's house. It would be important to know how often you went to your... View More 
I am dealing with potential forgery, fraud, and mismanagement of a Trust established for myself in which I am categorized under a ‘Special Needs Trust’ that does not reflect my circumstances. There's discrepancies; absence of my signature, false info, multiple drafts, fraud and complete... View More
answered on Nov 15, 2024
Few lawyers want to take on a client who has already met with a number of lawyers, all of whom passed on the case. Lawyers would likely assume all of the attorneys who reviewed the case saw something they didn’t like, so why would my review of it be any different? Meeting with a lot of attorneys... View More
Im being accused of arson. the exact time this allegedly occurred (which mind you-building is still there) I was signed in @ a county library & logged in on one of their computers. Directly before & after library I was @ adjacent building the county community action building meeting w/ a... View More
answered on Nov 14, 2024
Arson doesn’t require that you entirely burn down a building. Arson is intentionally setting the building on fire. Whether it burns down or not is immaterial.
The cops aren’t generally going to track down and verify every alleged alibi that a suspect tells them about. I’m not sure... View More
My fiance was in his last year of high school and had sexual contact with the schoolmate who was 15 more than once it was sentenced to 5 years to register on the sexual registry for two counts of sexual contact with a minor but law was revised after he was sentenced and made him a lifer he lives in... View More
answered on Nov 13, 2024
There's a bad news opinion about that issue from the US Supreme Court, but to be certain, your fiance must consult a criminal defense attorney who handles sex offender cases. In the 2003 Supreme Court case Smith v. Doe, a retroactive state statute on registration requirements was challenged... View More
I'm writing out of desperation. I've been stalked for years and have gone to authorities many times.
I'm experiencing Remote Neural Monitoring and what is referred to as V2K or Voice to Skull. In short, a government agency is reading my thoughts and torturing me twenty-four... View More
answered on Oct 24, 2024
You should contact the Principal Deputy Director of the TSC at the FBI for information about being removed from the US terrorist watch list.
As for remote neural monitoring and V2K, there is no government agency responsible. Experts pretty much agree that such technology does not yet... View More
The attorney he has stays negative and is refusing to argue certain facts in his case she was going to file a motion to suppress but now says she will not cause her argument contradicts the law and has threaten if he goes to trial they will maximize his sentencing is that legal
answered on Oct 10, 2024
No, you cannot request another attorney for your boyfriend. Only your boyfriend can do that. In most cases, if the attorney is court-appointed, the court will deny such a request based on the description set forth in your question. However, he may gain some traction with the argument that his... View More
Rental agreement, banking.
answered on Oct 7, 2024
A Massachusetts attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. If you're the one being accused of the fraud, and it has risen to a criminal level (insurance company or public agency making an accusation of fraud), then a criminal defense attorney consult could be a... View More
My current living arrangements for my probation in Arizona have become life threatening. I need to transfer my probabtion to Texas but I have some probation violations and I worry that may lead to a denial of transfer.
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answered on Oct 5, 2024
The first problem you will have, is what you already pointed out. It is unwise to ask for, or demand a change in your Probation, when you have failed to fully comply with your terms of probation.
Nevertheless, if you can show PROOF, that your life or health is under a clear and present... View More
I was charged with a felony of theft in January of 2021 and placed on unsupervised probation for 18 months. I have not gotten into any trouble since then and finally ended my probation in July of 2023. During my journey to be a better person, I want to be the best mother I can be for my children... View More
answered on Sep 24, 2024
You are posting this from Atlanta, GA, marked as "federal crimes in Maryland."
First, you have directed your question to the Maryland section of the site, so you will only receive advice regarding the law in Maryland. If your case originates in Georgia where you are posting,... View More
I'm a convicted felon and just enrolled into college studying (BA) Psychology. I want to become a substance abuse counselor.
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answered on Sep 24, 2024
The Virginia Board of Counseling seems to have broad discretion on certification decisions. There does not appear to be any conviction that would act as an automatic bar to certification. Each candidate appears to be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. For more information, the Board of Counseling... View More
African American male living in a multi family dwelling. Neighbor is Mexican woman. Last 4 wks her unwarranted bias has increased. Wk 1 & 2 she blamed me for stealing a phone she admitted to losing. Calling me derogating names, and expressing disdain of my presence. Throughout building & in... View More
answered on Sep 8, 2024
You can file civil harassment charges against your neighbor. If you know how to fill out the forms, which you can get online from the court's website, you can do this yourself; otherwise, you'll need to find a local attorney who will file the charges for you. You can get the proper form... View More
my boyfriend was arrested yesterday during a raid the police conducted at the hour he was staying at due to the homeowner having had stolen a trailer. during this raid, they found a small baggie with methamphetamine in his pocket. he had a warrant for about 3 months for failure to appear to court... View More
answered on Aug 17, 2024
Really hard to say without knowing complete facts (e.g., how much is a "small" baggie) and what jurisdiction this is. I would expect some sort of bond to be posted; he has warrants while on probation (which he's not even been reporting to) - gonna be hard to convince a judge or... View More
I was lodged at a correctional facility for 6 days past my court date. They didnt even know I was locked up. They put a bench warrant out while I was incarcerated sitting at their jail waiting to be called up to court. It wasnt until I sent multiple letters to the Sargent when they realized their... View More
answered on Jul 30, 2024
Unless you are in federal custody facing a federal charge, that statute you cite is of no use to you. What sort of court date did you miss? Unless it was a trial date or a preliminary examination date, there's probably not much in way of remedy for this.
False statements used to use law enforcement to prosecute and file emergency restraining order in court to prosecute.... after defending myself and clearing myself of the false charges... how do I have the courts pursue prosecuting the person filing the false statements.
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answered on Jul 24, 2024
To address issues of malicious prosecution and falsified documents used against you, you need to consult with a lawyer experienced in criminal defense and civil litigation. They can guide you through the process of gathering evidence and filing a lawsuit for malicious prosecution. This lawyer will... View More
What can a person do that's been arrested on a federal indictment but had already been diagnosed with cancer and started radiation treatments. They have denied bond so the person is currently being held in jail and is not able to continue with the radiation treatments. There has to be... View More
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answered on Jul 21, 2024
If you or a loved one is in this situation, immediate action is essential. Contact your lawyer right away and explain the medical urgency. They can file a motion for a bond reconsideration or for temporary release on medical grounds. It's crucial to gather all medical records and a letter from... View More
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answered on Jul 21, 2024
Yes, it's possible for a non-violent convicted felon to have their Second Amendment rights restored after the recent 9th Circuit ruling. This ruling could pave the way for many non-violent felons to seek restoration of their gun ownership rights. The court recognized that not all felonies... View More
Probation Office put in place a new (unwritten) requirement for persons in their programs to have an accountability partner. This requirement involves a process of a third party (another person) previewing/accessing a packet of documents created by a health facility that handles behavioral (group)... View More
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answered on Jul 21, 2024
No, a probation office cannot enforce an unwritten requirement mandating the disclosure of a patient’s therapy records to a third party without proper legal basis. Therapy records and patient notes are generally protected by HIPAA, which ensures the confidentiality of medical information. The... View More
I don't feel comfortable with this after 20 years of both prison and supervision.
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answered on Jul 21, 2024
You can petition the judge to request a change in your post-supervision status. Judges can consider requests based on personal circumstances, but it's important to present a compelling case. Detail your concerns and how continued supervision might help you adjust.
Consult with your... View More
I was arrested on December 9, 2021 for possession of a schedule two substance and then 2 days later a juvenile case for child neglect both against the people. Then on April 28 , 2022 a motion to dismiss without predjuice was given to me. Am I able ro file for wrong damage , etc., since being proven... View More
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answered on Jul 21, 2024
Yes, you may have grounds to seek restitution or damages for wrongful arrest or harm suffered during the legal process. Since your case was dismissed without prejudice, it means that the case was closed, but it can be refiled. This does not equate to being proven innocent, but it does mean the... View More
Being denied snap benefits due to drug charges I've already served sentence for.
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answered on Jul 21, 2024
You can consider filing a claim if you believe your constitutional rights have been violated. The Eleventh Amendment generally provides states with immunity from certain types of lawsuits in federal court, but there are exceptions, especially concerning civil rights violations under federal law.... View More
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