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1 Answer | Asked in Federal Crimes and Civil Rights for South Carolina on
Q: Can I file a claim against the state for violating my constitutional rights eleventh amendment double jeopardy law

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

1 Answer | Asked in Education Law, Federal Crimes and Gov & Administrative Law for Wisconsin on
Q: are individuals with a valid ccw allowed to carry firearms on school grounds with permission from the administrator?

according to this statute: https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/document/statutes/175.60(1)(d)

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answered on Jul 21, 2024

Individuals with a valid CCW are generally not allowed to carry firearms on school grounds. However, exceptions can sometimes be made with explicit permission from the school administrator. It's important to check local and state laws, as they can vary significantly.

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Massachusetts on
Q: friend was charged with armed assault to rob & assault and battery with dangerous weapon pleaded guilty did his time

in 2017 apparently the victim died and he was just indicted for murder from that charge is that legal? The Commonwealth dismissed the charge of intent for murder and he already did his time and this was in 2017 please help me understand this as I really feel that my friend is not being treated... View More

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answered on Jul 21, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about your friend's situation. It is possible for someone to be indicted for murder if a victim dies from injuries related to an earlier assault, even if significant time has passed. This is because the death changes the nature of the crime from assault to potentially... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law, Employment Discrimination and Federal Crimes for Pennsylvania on
Q: I'm being forced to settle out of court on fmla case. My lawyer is not doing anything. What can I do?

I was out on fmla as inpatient at a facilty. The facility said they will contact my job, they did not. I got fired for abandonment. Showed them all proof needed where I was and they did not care. They upheld there decision. I got lawyer and filed suit. I filed unemployment and now there saying they... View More

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answered on Jul 21, 2024

It sounds like you're facing a challenging situation. First, consider getting a second opinion from another lawyer who has experience with FMLA and employment law. They can provide you with advice tailored to your case and help ensure that your rights are protected.

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Personal Injury, Federal Crimes, Employment Law and Civil Rights for Washington on
Q: What type of lawyer helps victims of voyeurism that took place at work

From what I understand the trial hasn’t started for the accused, but I want to understand what lawyers can help me to understand victim rights and determine the best course of action when there are multiple victims

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answered on Jul 21, 2024

If you're a victim of voyeurism at work, you need a lawyer with expertise in employment law and personal injury law. These lawyers can help you understand your rights as a victim and provide guidance on the legal actions you can take. They can also help you navigate the complexities of dealing... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and Personal Injury for New Jersey on
Q: What is the statute of limitations of a prisoner lawsuit if he was attacked/stabbed in prison
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Under federal law, the statute of limitations for a prisoner to file a lawsuit after being attacked or stabbed in prison is generally determined by the state's personal injury statute of limitations where the prison is located. Most states have a statute of limitations ranging from two to four... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Discrimination, Federal Crimes and Gov & Administrative Law for Oregon on
Q: I'm holding evidence of sexual assault that the jail refused to submit

I was asking to sue for CUSTODIAL MISCONDUCT

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You have every right to seek justice for the misconduct you've experienced. First, gather all evidence and documentation related to the incident and the jail's refusal to submit it. This might include witness statements, medical records, and any correspondence with jail authorities.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and Employment Law for Texas on
Q: What is the line between fraud in performance evals resulting in adverse empl. actions when material facts are wrong?

If a manager and 2 up knowingly are materially fabricating facts that can be proven definitively by evidence, but yet the company (publicly traded) takes adverse actions based on those fabrications does the employee have a case and is there a chance depending on how egregious the matter to turn... View More

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If your employer knowingly fabricates material facts in your performance evaluations, leading to adverse employment actions, you may have a case for wrongful termination or defamation. Proving that the facts were intentionally falsified with evidence can strengthen your case significantly. You... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Kentucky on
Q: State bond hold someone up on federal detainer?
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If you are under a state bond and there's a federal detainer, the state bond alone won't prevent the federal authorities from taking action. The federal detainer indicates that federal authorities want to take custody of you once state charges are resolved. This means that even if you... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for New Jersey on
Q: How do I go about retrieving money back from a wire fraud incident?

I was supposed to be doing business with someone by purchasing a vehicle. They supposedly had a escrow company that was set up to collect the funds and mediate the transaction. They took my funds and they did not give me the vehicle in exchange. When I reached out to the seller and the company... View More

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answered on Jul 21, 2024

To retrieve your money from a wire fraud incident, you should act quickly. First, contact your bank or financial institution immediately to report the fraud. They can initiate a recall of the wire transfer and provide guidance on the next steps.

Next, file a report with your local law...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Florida on
Q: If a prosecutor is deemed DELINQUENT, and PROHIBITED from practicing law, how can they still prosecute a case in a trial

RULE 6-10.3 MINIMUM CONTINUING LEGAL EDUCATION STANDARDS

REQUIRMENTS

Every member must complete a minimum of 30 credit hours of approved continuing legal education activity every 3yrs.

DELINQUENCY

If a member fails to complete and report the minimum required... View More

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answered on Jul 21, 2024

If a prosecutor is deemed delinquent and prohibited from practicing law, they should not be able to prosecute a case. Delinquency under Rule 6-10.3 indicates failure to meet continuing legal education requirements, leading to suspension from practicing law. A prosecutor in this situation loses the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Federal Crimes and Internet Law for South Carolina on
Q: A person is threatening to kill my wife and I despite the restraining order I have against him, is this illegal?
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answered on Jul 21, 2024

It is illegal for someone to threaten to kill you and your wife, especially if you have a restraining order against them. Such threats are considered serious crimes and can be classified as harassment, intimidation, or making terroristic threats, depending on your location. The restraining order... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Federal Crimes for New York on
Q: Can a sex offender on parole date someone with a child if it is a long distance relationship and they have no contact?

The child and person on parole would never have contact in person. If they ever did it would be virtually but never in person. The person was 18 years old when it happened. And victim 16.

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answered on Jul 21, 2024

The ability for a sex offender on parole to date someone with a child, even in a long-distance relationship with no physical contact, largely depends on the conditions of their parole. Parole conditions often include strict rules about contact with minors, and these rules can apply regardless of... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Federal Crimes and Gaming on
Q: You Hi there, i m having an issue with someone who leaked my suicide attempt online and admitted to it but are actively

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Hi there, i m having an issue with someone who leaked my suicide attempt online and admitted to it but are actively trying to gaslight me out of it. I wanted to as if this is an admission or not from them from a legal point ov view : Did you or did you not tell a person simply to... View More

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I'm really sorry to hear about what you're going through. From a legal perspective, the statement "It’s possible I did" could be considered an admission, especially since they acknowledged the possibility of sharing your personal information. The context in which they... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Georgia on
Q: The Paul Erlinger vs the United States case involving Armed Career Criminals case , How does it help a person in prison

And is it retroactive for inmates in prison right now?

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answered on Jul 21, 2024

The Paul Erlinger vs. the United States case is significant for inmates because it addresses the application of the Armed Career Criminal Act (ACCA). If the court rules in favor of Erlinger, it could mean a re-evaluation of what qualifies as a prior violent felony under the ACCA. This might reduce... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and Gov & Administrative Law for Florida on
Q: If a prosecutor is deemed DELINQUENT, PROHIBITED from practicing law, how can they still try a case in front of jury

Florida Bar RULE 6-10.3 MINIMUM CONTINUING LEGAL EDUCATION STANDARDS

(b) Minimum Hourly Continuing Legal Education

Every member must complete a minimum of 30 credit hrs of approved continuing legal education activity every 3yrs

RULE 6-10.5 DELINQUENCY

(a) If a member... View More

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answered on Jul 21, 2024

If a prosecutor is delinquent and prohibited from practicing law, they are not allowed to try a case in front of a jury. According to the Florida Bar rules, failing to meet the minimum continuing legal education requirements results in delinquency. This status means the prosecutor is no longer in... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Federal Crimes and Constitutional Law for Vermont on
Q: With new case law, are non violent federal felons allowed to exercise their Second Amendment rights to own a Firearms ?

The US Department of Justice (DOJ) asked the US Supreme Court to clarify whether 18 U.S.C. 922(g)(1) can constitutionally prohibit both violent and non-violent offenders equally from owning guns in light of the Second Amendment, which guarantees the right to keep and bear arms.

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answered on Jul 21, 2024

The issue of whether non-violent federal felons can exercise their Second Amendment rights to own firearms is currently under scrutiny. The US Department of Justice has sought clarification from the US Supreme Court on whether 18 U.S.C. 922(g)(1), which prohibits felons from owning guns, applies... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Missouri on
Q: Has the court system exhausted their time to prosecute me for a felony charge when it took place in 2021/2022?

I had my own meds bagged separately but all in one container(didn’t own a pill organizer and just had a miscarriage, plus my mom suggested I do it that way). I’m looking at a distribution charge and this happened in 2021 or 2022. I thought it was handled at the time when I was released from a... View More

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answered on Jul 21, 2024

To determine if the court has exhausted its time to prosecute you for a felony charge, you need to consider the statute of limitations for the specific charge in your state. Generally, felony charges have longer statutes of limitations, often several years, so it's unlikely that the time has... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law, Family Law, Federal Crimes and Probate for South Carolina on
Q: According to genealogy when I was a young child in 1983 a untrustworthy trustee changed the name do I start an appeal?

Do I need to hire the genealogists to prove that it is indeed my heritance? If it was already done in 1983 lawyer xx should have it in his files he was writing everything down do I have to prove it again I had three people do it in triplicate.

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You should consider starting an appeal if you believe a trustee made unauthorized changes to your name in 1983. Consulting with a lawyer is essential to understand the legal steps involved and to ensure that your case is properly documented and presented.

If a lawyer from that time, like...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Louisiana on
Q: My son been in jail for 61 fays now ; cant affird to bail out , this would be his first offense, hasnt been in trouble b

My son was arrested and booked into lpcc on May 11, 2024. He was in the cirle k store parking lot and rode their with his Auntie's neighbor. The neighbor was a convicted felon and owner of the vehicle . Cops searched the vehicle in parking lot at circle k and found guns and drugs. My son said... View More

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answered on Jul 21, 2024

It's deeply concerning that your son has been in jail for 61 days without any communication from his public defender or any information about his case. It's important to take immediate steps to address this situation. First, try to contact the public defender's office directly.... View More

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