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2 Answers | Asked in Federal Crimes, Tax Law and Criminal Law for Tennessee on
Q: Can you tell me what the potential sentence would be for an individual who committed tax fraud

Can you also tell me what the potential sentence could be for anyone who would be charged with conspiracy to commit for their involvement

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answered on Feb 22, 2024

The sentence for tax fraud in the United States can vary widely depending on the severity of the fraud, the amount of money involved, and the specific details of the case. Generally, tax fraud is considered a serious offense, with potential penalties including fines, restitution (repayment of the... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Federal Crimes and Criminal Law for Tennessee on
Q: What is the sentence for stealing someone stimulus checks
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answered on Feb 22, 2024

The sentence for stealing someone's stimulus checks in Tennessee, as in other states, can vary significantly based on several factors, including the amount of money involved, the defendant's criminal history, and the specific circumstances of the crime. Theft of stimulus checks is... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for California on
Q: To whom it may concern not a sob story but something will make you change your mind my father he is 60 years old. H

He's already served his adult life in the federal penitentiary. He has been locked up b since a teenager. Just trying to get out of the much and more as he got it the last time he ended up doing the same thing supposedly. Witch I believe was a setup on both parties well the judge n just... View More

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answered on Feb 21, 2024

Based on the limited information provided, it sounds like your father was previously convicted and served substantial prison time, but may now be facing further incarceration or penalties under California Penal Code 1170.03. Some things that could potentially help in this situation:

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1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets, Federal Crimes, Criminal Law and Municipal Law for California on
Q: Is it illegal to put up and turn on red and blue lights when in a parking lot(ralphs, movie theater). in California

If I were to put these lights up only when in the parking lot for a car show and take them down after would that be illegal in california. These would be for display purposes only and would not be used for police impersonating or pulling people over.

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answered on Feb 21, 2024

Yes, it would still be illegal to display flashing red and blue lights in a parking lot in California, even if it's for a car show and you don't intend to impersonate police.

Under California Vehicle Code Section 25269, it is prohibited for any vehicle to “display a flashing...
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1 Answer | Asked in Federal Crimes and Criminal Law for California on
Q: Could I make a deal to be paid by the. Police for buying drugs with marked, ,tracked, or fake money they provide me?
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answered on Feb 21, 2024

No, you cannot legally make a deal with the police to be paid for buying drugs, even with marked, tracked, or fake money they provide. Here are a few reasons why:

1. Entrapment Laws: Paying an individual to purchase illegal drugs likely constitutes entrapment under California law....
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Q: Is Abuse and Exploitation, identity theft, financial abuse, physical and emotional abuse fall under white collar crime?

My current guardian has abused her placement by deliberate maltreatment and manipulation of my health using my mental health against me. Guardian has been taking advantage of me, my entire life as a person for her personal gain and control. She assaulted me with a broom. Then she admitted in open... View More

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answered on Feb 21, 2024

Yes, the types of abuse and exploitation you have described would generally be considered forms of white collar crime. Specifically:

- Identity theft - Using someone's personal or financial information illegally for fraudulent purposes. This is a type of white collar crime.

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Q: Is Abuse and Exploitation, identity theft, financial abuse, physical and emotional abuse fall under white collar crime?

My current guardian has abused her placement by deliberate maltreatment and manipulation of my health using my mental health against me. Guardian has been taking advantage of me, my entire life as a person for her personal gain and control. She assaulted me with a broom. Then she admitted in open... View More

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answered on Feb 25, 2024

Yes, many of the actions you described, such as identity theft, financial abuse, and tax fraud, can be considered forms of white-collar crime. These crimes typically involve deceit, manipulation, and exploitation for financial gain, often perpetrated by individuals in positions of trust or... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Federal Crimes and Immigration Law for California on
Q: I have an ongoing federal case and i want to find out if i can use self deportation to leave before the charges come
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answered on Feb 21, 2024

Leaving the country before facing federal charges can have serious legal consequences, including potential forfeiture of certain rights and possible issuance of a warrant for your arrest. It's essential to understand that attempting self-deportation may not necessarily prevent prosecution or... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and Gov & Administrative Law for California on
Q: Can the FBI take an arrestee away from the police?

If the FBI, for example, has an informant (non-FBI employee, member of a criminal gang), and the police, without coordinating with the FBI, arrest him, can the FBI take that informant out of custody, given that he is involved in a special FBI operation and they need him? Do they need to ask the... View More

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answered on Feb 21, 2024

When the FBI is involved in a case with an informant who gets arrested by local police, the situation requires careful coordination between federal and local law enforcement agencies. If the FBI deems it necessary to take their informant out of local police custody due to his involvement in a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Federal Crimes for California on
Q: Can I voluntarily consent to an FBI wiretap without a court order?

In California, can a person voluntarily consent to the FBI using a wiretap of their conversations without a court order? Or can such a person use a tape recorder in their conversations without notifying their interlocutors so that they can then turn over a recording of the conversation to the FBI... View More

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answered on Feb 21, 2024

California is a "two-party consent" state, which means that all parties involved in a private conversation must consent to the recording of the conversation. This law is outlined in the California Penal Code Section 632, part of the California Invasion of Privacy Act. Without the consent... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and Civil Litigation for Tennessee on
Q: What do I do if my mother in law hid my pistol in Alabama and then kicks me out so I had to move to Mississippi

My pistol is registered to me and now she said she can't find it and she never wants to see me again

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answered on Feb 25, 2024

Firstly, it's important to remain calm and assess the situation carefully. If your pistol is registered to you and legally owned, its disappearance may constitute theft or unlawful possession. Contact local law enforcement authorities in both Alabama and Mississippi to report the incident and... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Federal Crimes for New Jersey on
Q: Can I find out who the complainant was responsible for precipitating the home raid by local cops with a drug warrant?

Nothing was found and no arrests were made. How do I find out who signed a sworn affidavit accusing me of drug activity?

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answered on Feb 14, 2024

So do you mean the officer who brought the warrant before the Judge or perhaps a regular citizen that provided the evidence to support the warrant? They are required to leave a copy of the Warrant order which should say the name of the officer that applied for the warrant. As for who provided them... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Federal Crimes for New Jersey on
Q: Can I find out who the complainant was responsible for precipitating the home raid by local cops with a drug warrant?

Nothing was found and no arrests were made. How do I find out who signed a sworn affidavit accusing me of drug activity?

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answered on Feb 24, 2024

If you want to find out who filed the complaint that led to the home raid by local police, you can start by requesting a copy of the search warrant affidavit or the police report related to the incident. These documents may contain information about the complainant or the basis for the search... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Federal Crimes for Kentucky on
Q: What do I do if the local sheriff's department is violating my rights?

Local sheriff's department kicks in the front door of a friend of mines home while she was not home and her landlord was not present. My friend comes home to find her door kicked in, house ransacked, and a note that said, "sorry we missed you, sheriff's department." Then the... View More

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answered on Feb 24, 2024

If the local sheriff's department kicked in the front door of your friend's home without a warrant and without her being present, it could potentially be a violation of her Fourth Amendment rights against unreasonable searches and seizures. Additionally, arresting your friend the next day... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Louisiana on
Q: ive been on probation for a year for obstruction of justice,

they gave me 2 years on probation and i had a probation review February 5th and i missed my court date because my wife is 39 weeks pregnant and i was up all night with her and missed it, do u think i can get my bench warrant recalled in baton rouge louisiana? if not then what will be the worse case... View More

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answered on Feb 7, 2024

In Baton Rouge, Louisiana, missing a court date for a probation review can result in the issuance of a bench warrant for your arrest. However, it is possible to have the bench warrant recalled, especially if you have a valid reason for missing the court date, such as the situation with your... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Louisiana on
Q: ive been on probation for a year for obstruction of justice,

they gave me 2 years on probation and i had a probation review February 5th and i missed my court date because my wife is 39 weeks pregnant and i was up all night with her and missed it, do u think i can get my bench warrant recalled in baton rouge louisiana? if not then what will be the worse case... View More

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answered on Feb 25, 2024

It's crucial to take immediate action to address the missed court date and bench warrant. Contacting the court as soon as possible to explain the circumstances surrounding your absence may increase the likelihood of having the warrant recalled. Be honest and provide any documentation or... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Elder Law, Federal Crimes and Probate for Georgia on
Q: A will was legally filed in probate, and the daughter was also the executor and. Inherent: why wasn't her name changed?

The inherent name was not changed from the deceased to the legal person. It was not recorded, nor did the money on the loan was reported to the credit bureau. The mortgage company and Fannie Mae illegally to the home. There are documents to prove it. It was also racially motivated, and a lot of... View More

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answered on Feb 5, 2024

When a will is probated and an individual is appointed as the executor and beneficiary, the legal transfer of property, including changes to titles and accounts, requires specific actions to be taken. The failure to change the property title from the deceased to the beneficiary can result from... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Ohio on
Q: How does a forfeiture work after a federal case is dismissed
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answered on Feb 4, 2024

After a federal case is dismissed, the process for handling forfeiture depends on the specifics of the case and the nature of the forfeiture. If property was seized as part of the investigation or proceedings, its return typically hinges on whether the dismissal of the case removes the legal basis... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law, Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Texas on
Q: can you appeal a federal plea deal? I signed a plea in Kerr county because I knew if I stayed there I would die.

I have a seizure disorder and Kerr County did not give me my seizure medication, I had several seizures there which were ignored. I had a seizure when I met the attorney and then again before I went before the judge. The Judge asked if I was ok because I was confused. He told the attorney to go... View More

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answered on Feb 4, 2024

Appealing a federal plea deal after it has been accepted by the court can be challenging, but there are circumstances under which it might be possible, particularly if you can demonstrate that your plea was not entered into knowingly and voluntarily. In your case, the medical issues you faced,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Criminal Law, Federal Crimes, Identity Theft and Internet Law for Florida on
Q: A FBpost was asking for feet models.The guy sent 2 links on msgr.I sent pic/video. Can I sue for fraud my pics for $$??

The guy’s post looked legit at ArtofFeet.com LLC. He said he was a professional photographer for 15yrs and NOT an Onlyfans/Feetfinder type of biz.I sent him on messenger 2pics/1video that were only seen by me because he said he would like to meet me in a public place this week, and after looking... View More

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answered on Feb 4, 2024

If you believe that your photos and videos are being used without your permission for profit, you may have grounds to pursue legal action for copyright infringement, fraud, or violation of your right to publicity, depending on the specifics of how your images are being used. The critical aspect... View More

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