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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Indiana on
Q: Fui acusado por delito menor tipo A en Indiana Que cargos puede recaer sobre mi

Puedo seguir con el permiso de trabajo

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answered on Jun 21, 2024

Entiendo su preocupación. Aquí hay información general sobre su situación:

1. Cargos por delito menor tipo A en Indiana:

- La pena máxima suele ser hasta 1 año de cárcel y una multa de hasta $5,000.

- Los cargos específicos dependerán del delito cometido.

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2 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Civil Rights, Federal Crimes and Gov & Administrative Law for Indiana on
Q: My soon to be daughter in law's mother refuses to hand over her birth certificate. She was born in a different state.

She moved out of an abusive home as soon as she turned 18, less than a year ago. My son and her are expecting their first child and she needs her birth certificate in order to get state health insurance for prenatal care. Her abusive mother refuses to turn over her birth certificate, and it's... View More

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answered on Jun 21, 2024

1. Obtaining a birth certificate from another state:

- Most states allow individuals to request their own birth certificates online, by mail, or in person at the vital records office.

- She doesn't need her mother's permission to obtain her own birth certificate, as...
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1 Answer | Asked in Federal Crimes and Criminal Law for Indiana on
Q: My son was arresting for violating probation how long does it take to booked him in? It’s been 10 days

He was arrested at his probation meeting his probation officer called and told me he was being detained for violating probation I keep calling the sheriff office and jail and looking on the website he still is not booked in today is day 10.

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answered on Mar 30, 2024

When a person is arrested for violating probation, the booking process typically begins shortly after the arrest. However, the duration it takes for the booking details to appear online or for the jail to provide information can vary greatly depending on several factors, including the specific... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law, Federal Crimes and Libel & Slander for Indiana on
Q: Who handles local and government and federal gangstalking cases done by the United States to terrorize a person's life

I'm being terrorized and belittles and slandered by lies and my name ran down in the dirt along with officers having local ppl try to harm me and my son and to them letting ppl track me as if it's stalking the pray by location .I've studied there tactics but seems every one is being... View More

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answered on Feb 28, 2024

If you're experiencing gangstalking and harassment, it's crucial to seek assistance from local law enforcement agencies. They are responsible for investigating and addressing cases of harassment and criminal behavior within their jurisdiction. Provide them with any evidence or... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Federal Crimes and Banking for Indiana on
Q: What to file motion to set aside judgement on inheritance property HELOC was fraud , bank wanted cover up. default judge

Urgent bc writ to assist not to get out when I paid up all

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answered on Jan 23, 2024

If you're facing a situation where a default judgment has been entered against you regarding an inheritance property and a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) that you believe was fraudulently obtained, taking swift legal action is important. To challenge this judgment, you would typically file... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Federal Crimes and Consumer Law for Indiana on
Q: Do you think it would be worth my time to sue Dominoes under the Lanum Act for False Advertisement?!

On November 30th at 11:55pm I placed an order to my nearest local Domino's store. At about 12:01am, I received a phone call from the Domino's I placed my order thru. It was one of the employees calling to inform me that my order had come thru at 11:59pm and unfortunately they were closed... View More

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answered on Dec 5, 2023

Bringing a lawsuit against Domino's under the Lanham Act for false advertising might be challenging in this particular scenario. While it can be frustrating to experience a discrepancy between their advertised policy and the actual service you received, the Lanham Act primarily deals with... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Support, Family Law, Constitutional Law and Federal Crimes for Indiana on
Q: What can I do about another state charging me child support when Ive been paying child support for 13 years in another?

I filed for divorce and was granted it about 13 years ago, but was ordered to pay child support and was retroactively ordered to pay back-support all the way back to when my son was born, and along with other stipulations. My ex wife moved had moved back home with her family and had taken the kids... View More

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answered on Dec 1, 2023

In your situation, where you're facing child support issues across state lines, it's important to understand the complexities of interstate child support laws. Each state has its own child support guidelines, but they generally follow the federal Uniform Interstate Family Support Act... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law, Constitutional Law and Federal Crimes for Indiana on
Q: i was recently released to federal probation to federal parole on attempted hobbs act robbery and 924c tayler vs unite

getrid of unconstitutional convictions while on federal probation

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answered on Nov 5, 2023

If you believe your convictions were unconstitutional and you're currently on federal probation, you should consider seeking legal counsel to review your case. An attorney can evaluate the specifics of your situation and advise whether there are grounds for an appeal or a motion to vacate your... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Indiana on
Q: im wanting to transfer from IN to NJ while being on probation and owing restitution, can i do that ?

im currently homeless here in IN, and my girlfriend said i can move in with her in NJ if im able to be transferred there. my probation officer said that the state of IN will have to approve the go ahead to request a transfer. i told him i will do anything and everything possible to move and i will... View More

Joel D. Hand
Joel D. Hand
answered on Jun 8, 2023

If you are on probation for a felony offense, it is possible to transfer probation from one state to another. However, there is a process that must be followed and it requires approval of both the sending (Indiana) and receiving (New Jersey) states as well as payment for f a required transfer fee.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Federal Crimes for Indiana on
Q: My son is being harassed by our local drug task enforcement agency, was pulled over with no probable cause and the car s

Searched without consent and they my son and his friend out of the car physically to search it. I want to know who to talk to you and what I can do to have this stopped this is a true real situation and I want it stopped, can you please direct me to who to talk to and what to do!?

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answered on Mar 19, 2023

If you believe that your son's rights were violated during the traffic stop and search, there are several steps you can take to address the situation.

Contact an attorney: You may want to consider contacting an attorney who specializes in civil rights or criminal defense to discuss...
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2 Answers | Asked in Constitutional Law, Federal Crimes, Gov & Administrative Law and Wrongful Death for Indiana on
Q: Is there any legal action that can be taken in a school shooting incident?

Aside from the obvious criminal trial of the shooter(s) is there something else? I am a high school student and I am very worried about a ss happening. So I would like to be as prepared as possible if the event arises. I was wondering if there were a way to go after the government. like could you... View More

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answered on Aug 25, 2024

It's completely understandable to feel concerned about school safety. If a school shooting occurs, aside from the criminal trial, legal action can sometimes be taken against other parties. Families have sued school districts, alleging that they failed to provide adequate security or ignored... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Indiana on
Q: In Indiana is an individual labeled as a violent sexual predator on the offender registry allowed to carry a gun?
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answered on Sep 26, 2023

Being labeled as a violent sexual predator is irrelevant, the person will have a felony conviction for some sex offense. All felons are prohibited from possessing a firearm.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Indiana on
Q: what should i do if im a minor getting charged with possesion of drugs
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answered on May 8, 2023

Step 1 is to contact an attorney local to you. Do web searches or contact your local bar association and find out who can do a free consultation for you. Hopefully, you and your parents or guardians can talk through the case to understand what your risks and options are.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Tax Law, Civil Rights and Federal Crimes for Indiana on
Q: What's first step to prove that someone has power of attorney over me

I'm in fear for my life

Carli Jo Aelker
Carli Jo Aelker
answered on Nov 7, 2022

If you are wondering about the IRS, you can look online for third party authorizations on your IRS online portal or you can call and directly speak to a rep. via 1-800-829-1040.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Indiana on
Q: My boyfriend is currently facing charges in Indiana but a federal indictment out of Kansas. What happens from here.

The Indiana judge said for him to be released Friday but he didn’t get out. Will the feds come get him or will they wait for the case here to be resolved?

James A Hanson
James A Hanson
answered on Jun 13, 2022

The US Marshall's Office has likely put a detainer on him to keep him from being released. They will come get him from his current location when they get around to it. They may wait until the current state case is resolved. They may not. The detainer will prevent him from bonding out in the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Indiana on
Q: Is it possible for a recording to be suppressed from evidence it has been edited by law-enforcement?

If an expert would verify that a criminal investigation recording has been edited by law-enforcement can it be suppressed or is that an issue that has to wait to go to trial? Thank you for your time.

James A Hanson
James A Hanson
answered on May 31, 2022

Great question.

If there is credible evidence that the recording has been manipulated, your attorney should file both a motion to suppress and a motion in limine.

The motion to suppress would argue that the evidence is inadmissible on several different grounds including fraud upon...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Indiana on
Q: If they didn't catch me in the car how can they charge me with auto theft

They are going off what some body said but I never was in the vehicle

James A Hanson
James A Hanson
answered on May 25, 2022

Like many questions posted in this and other web forums, this question is one best discussed privately with an attorney where the conversation is privileged.

With that said, all the government is required to do is present sufficient evidence to firmly convince the jury of all the elements...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and Gov & Administrative Law for Indiana on
Q: Can an Indiana Chief Deputy Prosecutor be charged/prosecuted for a murder he/she committed prior to becoming a CDP?
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Andrew L. Bennett
answered on Mar 8, 2022

Yes; their status as a prosecutor does not give immunity to murder charges and there is no statute of limitations on when charges for murder can be filed.

1 Answer | Asked in Federal Crimes, Insurance Bad Faith and Insurance Defense for Indiana on
Q: Is this insurance fraud?

I am selling a house as is, the boiler went out causing the heat and plumbing pipes to burst. The homeowners ins is paying for the damage. I'm selling for less now because of the pipes. I'm keeping the ins check to cover my loss. is that insurance fraud?

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Mar 2, 2022

An Indiana attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. Nationwide, it is usually not fraud if the check was issued for a legitimate loss and it reflected actual damages that were honestly presented for property owned outright. However, there could be other issues... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Banking, Bankruptcy and Federal Crimes for Indiana on
Q: Filing for bankruptcy Found out the law firm we went to was bad so we went to cancel. Now being charged way to much.

We went to file for bankruptcy and we were supposed to only pay 100 a month til completion before they filed we've only paid for one month. We found out the company wasn't very good so we tried to cancel. Now they are trying to charge us over 600 dollars something we never ever agreed to.... View More

David Luther Woodward
David Luther Woodward
answered on Feb 10, 2022

Their argument will be that they have provided you that value in services. You should go to a new lawyer. Exercise your due diligence before you go--seek referrals from your local or statewide lawyer referral service.

BTW, that amount appears to be subject to discharge when you file....
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