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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law and International Law for New Jersey on
Q: what happens if you're a US citizen that has a criminal record, warrants and flees to Philippines, and visa expires?

My ex was actively on probation for domestic violence, was to appear in court to face his 6th DUI, and behind on alimony payments..he decided to meet a girl in the Philippines, he sent her money to her to get an apartment, he obtained a visa and flew there AND was able to get through airport with... View More

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answered on Nov 13, 2023

If a U.S. citizen with a criminal record and outstanding warrants flees to the Philippines and overstays their visa, they face several legal issues.

First, overstaying a visa in the Philippines can lead to fines, detention, and eventual deportation. The process of deportation might alert...
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1 Answer | Asked in Banking, International Law, Internet Law and Business Law for New Jersey on
Q: Hi,Selling gift cards on paxful.com for bitcoin, is it against any law?

I sell electronics. one of my customers wants to pay by giving me visa gift cards. I want to get the money off the gift cards. (my credit card processor doesn't let me swipe it on my credit card machine). can i buy on paxful.com BTC with the visa gift cards and then sell the BTC on... View More

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answered on Nov 13, 2023

Trading Visa gift cards for Bitcoin on platforms like Paxful.com and then selling Bitcoin for cash on Coinbase.com is not inherently illegal. However, it's important to be aware of and comply with the terms of service of both platforms. Also, be mindful of federal and state regulations... View More

3 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law and International Law for New Jersey on
Q: My obligations regarding a piece of property in Italy I inherited after my mother passed?

I have one third of a third of a property in Italy. No appraisal has been done. My aunt who has a third requests money for taxes and maintenance which equates to hundreds of dollars on my end. I asked to be bought out of my obligation or sell the property but no movement in either case. She has... View More

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answered on Nov 7, 2023

As an owner, you have certain rights and responsibilities, including paying for taxes and maintenance. However, if you are interested in relinquishing your ownership or selling the property, the details of how this can be done are governed by Italian law. It's advisable to consult with an... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Estate Planning and International Law for New Jersey on
Q: I have a friend in Guyana, who wants me to open account here in the USA for inheritance money. I have a bad feeling.
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answered on Mar 4, 2023

It is important to be cautious in situations like this. Scammers may try to use inheritance or other financial schemes to trick people into giving them access to their money or personal information. It is important to never give out personal or financial information to someone you do not know and... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Business Law, International Law and Internet Law for New Jersey on
Q: We got an email from who we thought was our Singapore supplier asking for payment. Payment was sent and goods received.

Our thread of emails between us and our supplier was somehow intercepted. Over email the person told us the bank information had changed. We sent the wire to the account that was advised. We got the goods. Whoever hacked my suppliers email cut the email communication between us off since they... View More

David Luther Woodward
David Luther Woodward
answered on Dec 28, 2022

You have fallen victim to one of the pitfalls of email versus telephone.

Your problem is more complex than can be answered here. You need to contact a good International Lawyer, either in your city, or NYC if you are close. Your facts are "too skinny" for someone on a question...
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1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law and International Law for New Jersey on
Q: How many times can I work for a week? Because I am an international student.
Linda Liang
Linda Liang
answered on Nov 1, 2021

You may work on campus for 20 hours if the job is qualified to be offered to international students. You may work off-campus after you receive EAD.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Criminal Law, Banking and International Law for New Jersey on
Q: I would like to sue Binance for stealing from me, and am in need of legal assistance

Binance has over 300k in stolen assets, and refuses to return it or cooperate with investigation, and also locked my account.

Hassan Hussein Elkhalil
Hassan Hussein Elkhalil
answered on Mar 30, 2021

File a police report for the stolen assets.

3 Answers | Asked in Divorce, Immigration Law, Civil Rights and International Law for New Jersey on
Q: Hypothetically let's say an immigrant married a US resident, and planned on creating a life here in the US together.

However the immigrant through time and lifestyle choices and even personal relationships, no longer felt the relationship they were in was feesable for them and the US resident to remain as a couple.

However the immigrant has a job and a life that they enjoy as well they may have even... View More

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answered on Mar 5, 2021

What you describe is real life that repeats itself throughout the country in every state. You need to retain an experienced matrimonial and immigration attorney otherwise you will be in over your head. No hypotheticals about it!

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3 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy, Estate Planning, Banking and International Law for New Jersey on
Q: If Im poa on my Dad's account, that can't be affected by my bankruptcy? Also can I open a new account with us both on?

My father is moving to a new country next week and I am newly appointed durable power of attorney over his financial accounts.... If I file bankruptcy that shouldn't effect his banks accounts correct? Also I was thinking of opening a new checking account with my father and myself as joint... View More

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answered on Oct 10, 2020

Do not open any bank accounts until after your bankruptcy is discharged. Do not look for problems. You also need to be represented by an experienced Bankruptcy attorney. What you do not know can cause you all sorts of problems. You really need to leave things alone. Even with the Pandemic, if you... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law and International Law for New Jersey on
Q: What are one’s right if denied to enter the US at an airport?

1) Can one call a lawyer?

2) What can one do to avoid a 5-year bar?

3) Is it true that one can apply for asylum to prevent oneself from being deported?

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answered on Oct 2, 2020

Depends on your status when you request to be admitted. If you are requesting admission based on a non immigrant visa: A visa does not guarentee you will be admitted. A visa only grants you permission to request you be admitted. Secondly, admission into the USA is considered a privilege not a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets and International Law for New Jersey on
Q: Dear sir/madam I am a diplomat, with a diplomatic passport. I was pulled over by a cop in NJ for illegal lane change.

I was driving a rental vehicle from Thrifty, in NJ , which the policeman that stopped me found to be uninsured and with expired registration .I thus received a total of 3 tickets .I was told by my colleagues that being a visiting diplomat, I am immune from prosecution and need ONLY respond to the... View More

Peter A. Michael
Peter A. Michael
answered on Sep 26, 2019

You are not immune from prosecution just yet. You will need to appear in court and attempt to resolve this summons. Since the car was a rental, the rental service should be able to provide you proof of insurance and registration of the vehicle. This evidence may be shown to the municipal court... View More

1 Answer | Asked in International Law and Criminal Law for New Jersey on
Q: My friend is an international student, and he committed a serious crime and fled to another country!

Will he be arrested at the US embassy if he went for visa interview?

H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on Feb 24, 2019

Maybe but More information would be needed to properly answer your question.

2 Answers | Asked in Contracts, Divorce, Civil Litigation and International Law for New Jersey on
Q: How to sue an ex-spouse living in another country?

I want to sue my ex-wife for breach of a divorce agreement, but she lives in England while I am in the U.S. Can she simply ignore a court summons because she's living in another country? What would the consequences of that be? What would be my recourse if she refused to come back to the... View More

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answered on Mar 18, 2018

You can try, however, she is under no obligation to return to the US to face you in Court. People living in other countries ignore a U.S. Court summons, especially for a civil matter all the time. Unless the U.S. Court would grant you relief over property or something else physically in the U.S. it... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Admiralty / Maritime, Constitutional Law and International Law for New Jersey on
Q: In N.J. can a Prosecutor draft the indictment 7 days after the hearing unsigned by a foreperson to quash a preliminary h

Hearing was held on the 3rd day of Jan. Indictment drafted and presented on the 10th day of Jan. The hearing on a warrant Gerstein v. Pugh 1975 requured within 48 hours of detainment to determine Probable Cause as arrest was on Sept 16, 2005 did not receive bail until C.J.P. COURT ON Sept 27 11... View More

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answered on May 15, 2017

You are asking Warrant vs. Indictment. Indictment is fine as recited above, not a 4th Amendment Violation

2 Answers | Asked in Education Law, Immigration Law, International Law and Adoption for New Jersey on
Q: I'm a U.S citizen, I was adopted and I want to know how I can get my biological brother? I know I can't petition for him

I came here in the U.S when I was 17 yrs old and had had to leave my one only brother behind my only family left and I am not 21 yrs old and he's 19 yrs old . I know I can't petition for him I've read about it but he's alone and ever since I've been trying to provide for... View More

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answered on Aug 17, 2015

He needs to apply for a student visa on his own. However it may take a while before one is granted, if at all. It is a complex process. He needs to apply to US schools and see if he can get a scholarship, among other things. Good luck.

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2 Answers | Asked in Education Law, Immigration Law, International Law and Adoption for New Jersey on
Q: I'm a U.S citizen, I was adopted and I want to know how I can get my biological brother? I know I can't petition for him

I came here in the U.S when I was 17 yrs old and had had to leave my one only brother behind my only family left and I am not 21 yrs old and he's 19 yrs old . I know I can't petition for him I've read about it but he's alone and ever since I've been trying to provide for... View More

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answered on Aug 17, 2015

He needs to apply for a student visa on his own. However it may take a while before one is granted, if at all. It is a complex process. He needs to apply to US schools and see if he can get a scholarship, among other things. Good luck.

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