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my boyfriend was pulled over and arrested with narcotics around 430pm. two detectives them came to my house requesting to search saying that they “knew there had to be more narcotics here than what he was caught with.” one detective said to me that “i can either give them permission to search... View More 
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answered on Jun 15, 2024
The situation you described raises significant concerns regarding potential violations of your Fourth Amendment rights, which protect against unreasonable searches and seizures. The detectives' approach to obtaining your consent for the search could be considered coercive, particularly given... View More
How can a civil defense counsel include sealed criminal case documents as exhibits in their motion to dismiss to the court. They included an arrest warrant, search warrant, affidavits as exhibits from my criminal case that was dismissed and expunged. They knew my criminal record was sealed and... View More
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answered on May 24, 2024
Including sealed or expunged criminal case documents in a civil defense motion to dismiss is generally not permissible, as these records are meant to be confidential. If your criminal record was sealed or expunged, the defense counsel should not have used these documents as exhibits in their... View More
I was pulled over by an officer because he said I was doing 40 in a 25 but was approaching a 40 mph sign when pulled over, like 10 yards from it tops. The officer takes my ID and insurance and then comes back and said he was arresting me for driving while suspended. I told him I know I wasn't... View More
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answered on May 1, 2024
If your license was valid at the time of your arrest and remains so, you should first gather any evidence that confirms this status. This includes screenshots or printed confirmation from the state app showing your license was active and any related paperwork. It's also useful to have a record... View More
The mayor of my town has recently announced that the city will no longer do business with the local paper because he did not like an article about a city council meeting.
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answered on May 1, 2024
In general, a city government's decision to stop doing business with a newspaper due to dissatisfaction with its coverage can raise significant legal and ethical concerns. The key issue here revolves around the First Amendment, which protects freedom of the press. This protection is designed... View More
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answered on Mar 22, 2024
If you're facing delays in your preliminary hearing for a felony traffic stop in Kansas, it's important to understand your rights and options. Legal processes can experience delays due to various reasons, including court backlog, legal complexities, or issues related to evidence... View More
I have been asked by disability examiners to meet an unethical and possibly illegal requirement. They have asked me to do something that I cannot do because of my disability, knowing that my disability would prevent me from succeeding in their demand. I proposed an alternate method which is... View More
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answered on Feb 22, 2024
If you're encountering demands from Social Security Disability examiners in Kansas that you find unethical or in violation of your rights, especially demands you cannot meet due to your disability, it's important to address this issue promptly and effectively. First, document all... View More
I have been asked by disability examiners to meet an unethical and possibly illegal requirement. They have asked me to do something that I cannot do because of my disability, knowing that my disability would prevent me from succeeding in their demand. I proposed an alternate method which is... View More
answered on Feb 18, 2024
Attorneys in Kansas would probably be in the best position to advise you, but your question remains open for a week. At this point, you could reach out to Social Security disability attorneys. Arrangements for any such consult would be between you and any law firms you reach out to, but SSDI... View More
But I've been sick and only had four business days to find an attorney. Any advice? The violation is for marijuana
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answered on Dec 17, 2023
If you're facing legal issues related to marijuana despite having a medical marijuana card, it's important to seek legal representation as soon as possible. Given that you've had limited time to find an attorney due to illness, you might want to request a continuance from the court.... View More
As a female pedestrian, I was searched by a male officer and felt uncomfortable with the procedure. The officer felt between my legs and under my breasts. Despite being booked at the police department later on, I was never searched by a female officer. I was told there was a specific reason for the... View More
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answered on May 16, 2025
What you experienced sounds deeply unsettling, and your discomfort is valid. In Kansas, like in most states, law enforcement is allowed to perform a search if they have legal justification—such as reasonable suspicion of a weapon or contraband. However, the manner in which a search is conducted... View More
I believe there has been an incident where a $11 million bribe was involved in making a certain law mandatory in Kansas. What steps can I take to address or report this situation, and what legal considerations should I be aware of in such matters?
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answered on May 15, 2025
What you're describing is a very serious allegation, and it’s understandable to feel overwhelmed when facing something that big. If you believe a \$11 million bribe was involved in changing a law in Kansas, your first step should be to gather and organize any information, documents, or... View More
I am seeking information on historical Supreme Court cases where government inaction was observed and brought into question under the 14th Amendment's due process clause, particularly in contexts similar to the CHOMP situation in Seattle, where businesses were affected by such government... View More
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answered on Mar 24, 2025
The Supreme Court case most relevant to businesses affected by government inaction, like those in Seattle's CHOP zone, is DeShaney v. Winnebago County Social Services Department, which established that a "State's failure to protect an individual against private violence simply does... View More
As a hotel employee in Kansas, if a police officer asks for the name of a guest in a certain room without providing a specific purpose or warrant, am I legally required to provide that information? I'm not aware of any specific hotel policy regarding such requests, but I was informed... View More
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answered on Mar 24, 2025
In the hospitality industry, your guests have significant privacy rights that you should respect. During a guest's stay at the hotel, only the guest may consent to a search of their room. Hotel employees should not allow police to enter a guest's room without a search warrant. This... View More
The back story to this, I was stopped because my license plate was obstructed due to the cover being dirty. Upon wiping the cover it was discovered that the plate cover was tinted slightly and my license plates were expired. While my vehicle is not properly registered I do have insurance and a... View More
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answered on Jan 28, 2025
During a routine traffic stop, an officer generally cannot open your car door without your consent unless specific circumstances justify it. The Fourth Amendment protects you from unreasonable searches and seizures, meaning that law enforcement must have probable cause, a warrant, or exigent... View More
Officer stopped someone on the street who is not on probation or any kind of paper and ask if they can search. Person doesn’t consent but they do anyway.
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answered on Oct 22, 2024
In Kansas, police officers have the authority to stop and search someone on the street if they have a reasonable suspicion that the person is involved in criminal activity. This doesn't require the individual to be on probation or have any prior records. The officer must be able to articulate... View More
And the kbi actually takes your case and convicts The police officers in a court of law 4 illegally breaking and entering and criminal damage to property and the 2 police officers get fired do you have a basis to Sue for civil rights since it was your house they broke into even though the KB I has... View More
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answered on Oct 21, 2024
Yes, you may have the right to file a civil lawsuit for civil rights violations even after the criminal case has been resolved. Criminal convictions of the officers do not prevent you from seeking additional damages through a civil case. You can sue the city or the police department for actions... View More
I recently was scheduled for a pretrial conference. I was unable to attend because of a disability and I electronically submitted a motion for continuance stating this. The clerk did not accept the motion I later learned via email. I do not know if the pretrial conference was rescheduled, or if... View More
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answered on Oct 13, 2024
I'm sorry you're experiencing this frustration. Start by visiting the courthouse in person if possible. Sometimes face-to-face interactions can yield the information you need when electronic or phone attempts fail.
Next, consider reaching out to a legal aid organization or an... View More
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answered on Oct 13, 2024
If you’re recording the police on a public sidewalk in Wichita, Kansas, you generally have the right to do so without being required to provide identification. The First Amendment protects your right to observe and document public officials in public spaces. As long as you’re not interfering... View More
Long story short,my ex and I were arrested on disorderly conduct My ex works for the prison i'm sure there was favoritism played in there somewhere the police and prosecuter never Looked at the evidence. My attorney at the time advised me to go. Make a battery report myself 4 times the police... View More
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answered on Oct 9, 2024
You should look for a criminal defense attorney who has experience with cases involving police misconduct or favoritism. These attorneys understand the complexities of the legal system and can help you navigate issues where there may have been bias or improper handling of your case.... View More
I live in Park, KS (Gove county) Doing battle with city over keeping chickens. Park, rural 5 sq blocks with pop 115. Jan 2023: 37 of 68 residents signed petition to amend ordinance against farm animals ask to allow chickens. March 2023: Turned down. Discovered there was no valid ordinance.... View More
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answered on Oct 8, 2024
You have the right to challenge the new ordinance, especially if it was enacted after you began keeping chickens under previous permissions. Since there was no valid ordinance before and the mayor initially allowed the chickens in a pasture, you might argue that the city is acting inconsistently or... View More
I filed a motion for continuance by sending it to the clerks email, she didn't file it. I was not made aware of this until the following day. The clerk said I was not allowed to file this via email. The hearing continued without me, again, unknown by me. The reason I filed the continuance... View More
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answered on Oct 6, 2024
It sounds like you may have a strong argument to appeal based on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Under the ADA, public entities, including courts, are required to provide reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities to ensure they have equal access to services. If your... View More
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