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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Criminal Law and Family Law for Indiana on
Q: I put my son in jail and put a protective order against him .when the police filed the police report there where errors

How do I get this fixed.?

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answered on Nov 24, 2023

To address errors in a police report, you should first contact the police department that filed the report. Explain the situation and the specific inaccuracies you've identified. It's helpful to have any relevant documentation or evidence that supports your claim of errors in the report.... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law and Municipal Law for Indiana on
Q: will i be required to pay a fee by letting my son put a trailer or mobile home on my propriety ?
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answered on Dec 4, 2023

In Fort Wayne, Indiana, if you're considering allowing your son to place a trailer or mobile home on your property, there are several factors to consider regarding potential fees. First, it's important to check the local zoning ordinances. These rules determine what types of structures... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law, Adoption and Family Law for Indiana on
Q: Is the citizenship process quicker for a disabled adult vs. a normal adult?

My wife has a 23 year old disabled son (cerebral palsy and has the mental capability of a 2yr old). He still lives in Colombia with his father. If I wanted to adopt him as my son, would the citizenship process be faster than it is for a normal 23 year old adult?

Monica E Rottermann
Monica E Rottermann
answered on Nov 21, 2023

In order for an adoption to be binding on immigration authorities, the adoption must occur while the child is still under the age of 16 (along with some other requirements), therefore, if her son is already 23 years old any adoption would not be recognized for immigration purposes. But if you... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Civil Rights for Indiana on
Q: Is it against the law to measure children to be able to eat at a restaurant in indiana
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answered on Nov 18, 2023

In Indiana, there are no specific laws that address measuring children for the purpose of eating at a restaurant. However, restaurant policies that involve measuring children could potentially raise issues under anti-discrimination laws. Federal and state laws prohibit discrimination based on... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Indiana on
Q: What is a super minute sheet filled by state
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answered on Nov 16, 2023

Law enforcement agencies use a super minute sheet to document the details of a criminal arrest. It is typically used in misdemeanor cases where the defendant is not jailed.

The super minute sheet includes the defendant's name, date of birth, address, and contact information. It also...
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2 Answers | Asked in Wrongful Death and Health Care Law for Indiana on
Q: How is it possible that a longtime diabetes patient have cancer for a year and no one knew even with blood draws?
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Nov 18, 2023

One possibility is that the medical provider was not screening for cancer. They and the lab that handles their bloodwork have protocols they need to follow - based on the scope of the physician's examination, diagnosis, medical coding, plausible test parameters, and insurance carrier fee... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Wrongful Death and Health Care Law for Indiana on
Q: How is it possible that a longtime diabetes patient have cancer for a year and no one knew even with blood draws?
Charles Candiano
Charles Candiano
answered on Nov 16, 2023

Blood testing is very specific. Routine blood tests for a diabetic have the primary purpose of determining a blood sugar level. It is entirely reasonable that an entirely unrelated disease like cancer would only be identified in something akin to an annual checkup or in response to specific... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law, Business Law and Employment Discrimination for Indiana on
Q: I was terminated before I started a job

After selling or giving away much of our personal effects and furniture, accepting an offer on our home, I received a call late Friday that the hiring manager is no longer with the company and the job offer I had signed has been rescinded and terminated.

The feelings I have rushing through... View More

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answered on Nov 15, 2023

Many people have had their job offers rescinded, often for reasons beyond their control.

There are a few reasons why a company might rescind a job offer. One reason is that the company may have lost funding or had to make layoffs. Another reason is that the company may have found a more...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Indiana on
Q: Is there anyway to find out if a person has a sealed warrant that hasn't been issued
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answered on Nov 13, 2023

In Indiana, finding out if a person has a sealed warrant that hasn't been issued can be challenging due to the nature of sealed warrants. These warrants are typically not accessible to the public and are intended to remain confidential, often for reasons related to ongoing investigations or... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts, Estate Planning and Banking for Indiana on
Q: How do I get an old, non-valid lien removed from my home's title record?

The lien was added to my home's title by First Indiana Bank (Sept, 2004) for a mortgage consolidation loan offer I had signed. I subsequently rescinded that same offer within the legal 72 hour window allowed.

First Indiana Bank no longer exists. It was first absorbed in a merger (in... View More

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answered on Jan 7, 2025

Hire an IN attorney to file a quiet title action. Start trying to find out what Bank bought your lienor out.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Indiana on
Q: Guilty or not guilty on 1st court appearane

5 misd drink and drive no license and accident. If I plead guilty and pay everything. What are my chances of 0 jail time (1 day).

Jonathan Daniel Harwell
Jonathan Daniel Harwell
answered on Jan 6, 2025

It is always best to plead not guilty on a first appearance. Regardless of what you may know about the case, that does not mean that the state can meet their burden of proof.

1 Answer | Asked in Federal Crimes and Identity Theft for Indiana on
Q: WIRE FRAUD > my bank sent me a DOCUSIGN to authorize a Wire to one of my vendors , Fraudulent

my bank generally mails paper checks to my vendors , they sent me a wire transfer DOC U sign saying the vendor wanted to be paid by wire transfer , i authorized the wire transfer it was fraudulent, it appears the bank or vendors email was hacked , where do you think the liability would lie... View More

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answered on Jan 6, 2025

I'm sorry you're experiencing this situation. Wire fraud cases can be complex, and determining liability often depends on the specific details and agreements between you, your bank, and the vendor. Your long-standing relationship with the vendor may play a role, but it's essential to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Small Claims for Indiana on
Q: Someone deliberately infected me with HSV2. They became enraged after I missed a call, leading to them confessing they

transmitted herpes to me. I'm not seeing any hope on who I can get through to get this sovled and stop them from doing this to someone else.

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answered on Jan 5, 2025

I'm really sorry you're going through this difficult time. It's important to reach out to a healthcare provider who can offer you the necessary medical support and guidance for managing HSV2.

Consider talking to a trusted friend or family member about what happened. They can...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Indiana on
Q: Awaiting classification- Rights of offender if status is awaiting classification and no updates are made.

Rights of offender for slanderous statements made to public on social media platforms

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answered on Jan 5, 2025

If your case is awaiting classification and there have been no updates, you have the right to seek information about the status of your case. You can contact the relevant court or legal authority to request updates and ensure that your case is being processed in a timely manner. Additionally, you... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for Indiana on
Q: felon receiving stolen property in 98. How to restore my right to possess firearms?

No other felons. On disability low income so can I use pro bono lawyer to represent me

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answered on Jan 5, 2025

Restoring your right to possess firearms after a felony conviction can be a complex process, but there are pathways you can pursue. Since your conviction was in 1998 and involved receiving stolen property, you may be eligible for relief depending on your state's laws and whether enough time... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Indiana on
Q: What are all the likely violations violated if a red flag affidavit was submitted after the 48 hour window?

This occurred in Indiana. The weapons have been returned by the judge. My wife voluntarily gave my guns over while I was self admitted.

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answered on Jan 5, 2025

Submitting a red flag affidavit after Indiana's 48-hour window can lead to several procedural issues. The court may reject the affidavit outright because it wasn't filed within the legally required timeframe. This means the protective measures you sought might not be implemented as... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Copyright, Intellectual Property and Trademark for Indiana on
Q: I’m wondering if my logo would violate any copyright or trademark with paramount for Top gun.

I was trying to post a picture of logo but can’t seem to do it here.

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answered on Jan 1, 2025

You can research whether any of your design elements mirror copyrighted or trademarked features from Top Gun. You want to avoid imitating famous symbols, color schemes, or taglines that Paramount might defend as their intellectual property.

You could review official trademark registrations...
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1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents for Indiana on
Q: My daughter was rear ended by a drunk driver arrested at the scene in Indiana.

Thankfully she was not injured badly. The drunk driver was driving someone else’s car. She only has liability insurance coverage on her car. Will her car be covered by the other persons insurance? At this point we are only assuming her car is totaled. Will she get a settlement from them so she... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Dec 30, 2024

An Indiana attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a month. I'm sorry about your daughter's accident. Her car should be covered by the other person's insurance, which should include a settlement (barring attempts of carrier to deny, whether for policy or other... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Internet Law, Social Security and Stockbroker Fraud for Indiana on
Q: Hi my stock broker have been bought, and who bought said don't have my info,
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answered on Dec 26, 2024

Your situation with the stock broker being acquired sounds concerning. It's crucial to maintain access to your investments and account information during ownership transitions.

The first step is to contact your broker's previous office directly to confirm the acquisition and get...
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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law for Indiana on
Q: I have been refused service from my water company. They are not under jurisdiction of a regulator. What now?

I was told their board of directors voted to no longer provide service in my area. A family member has service next door that I have been paying for months. I brought this to their attention and was then told they weren’t adding any additional service. I have had service here before under another... View More

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Tim Akpinar
answered on Dec 25, 2024

An Indiana attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for over a week. Until you are able to discuss with an Indiana attorney in detail, one option could be to reach out to state offices that oversee public utilities. In most states, these are called Public Service Commissions, or... View More

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