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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: I tested positive for fentanyl today at probation office. I am 100% sure that I did not ingest any fentanyl or opiates

They are sending it off to a lab, and I am positive that the results will come back that I didn't do anything. But right now I'm stressing really bad about it because I have a lot on the line. How reliable are these lab results? What can I do to calm my nerves and reassure myself until... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Sep 7, 2024

Go have your own independent test for fentanyl so you’ll have evidence to refute the positive test.

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Q: My boyfriend was arrested no rights being read police never even interviewed him he is being charged off someone else

Statement he is sitting in jail no court date or anything what can we do

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Sep 7, 2024

Hire a lawyer to get case redocketed and get a bond set for him.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Traffic Tickets for Kentucky on
Q: Will they arrest me if I go in to get an id made in another county. Only id is needed at the time being
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Sep 4, 2024

Most likely not. Drivers and ID licensing are separate divisions of the clerk’s office.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Civil Rights and Juvenile Law for Kentucky on
Q: My son is charged with wanton murder from a car wreck where 2 people was killed . They both was in his car.

Him and another car hit head on. There was no reconstruction done . And the state police was called off by the local sheriff . My son did test positive for 2 nano grams of thc. The active ingredient for thc wasn't in his blood. He was 16 at the time and had since been charged as an adult .... View More

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answered on Aug 31, 2024

It sounds like you and your son are in an incredibly challenging and painful situation. You have raised several serious concerns about how the investigation and legal proceedings have been handled. If evidence shows that the police and prosecutor acted unethically or illegally, especially with... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Internet Law and Civil Litigation for Kentucky on
Q: I have picture of my husband and his mistress in a hotel parking lot in Kentucky is it illegal if I post it on internet?
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answered on Aug 31, 2024

Posting a picture of your husband and his mistress in a hotel parking lot could potentially raise legal issues. Depending on the circumstances, it might be considered an invasion of privacy or could lead to defamation claims if the content is misleading or causes harm to someone's reputation.... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Constitutional Law and Internet Law for Kentucky on
Q: My family is been targeted by tourture ware . I know who is targeting me but I don't know how to end it . I need help
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Sep 8, 2024

Contact the cyber crime division of your local police department and make a report so they can investigate.

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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Kentucky on
Q: What is my next step if disciplinary boards or committees ignore or do nothing to serious violations nor and law agency?

My former spouse for 18 years has been using family courts different stages, exploiting me, using my son even now at 18 as a spy weapon and a domestic violence tactic to punish me through courts , judicial system, devastating crimes,interstate patent kidnapping, breaking criminal law In court , my... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Aug 29, 2024

You will need to hire a private attorney to review and possibly file suit if practicable.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Domestic Violence for Kentucky on
Q: What does it mean for an unincarnated individual to have 0 bond and status pending on charges with pending commitment
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answered on Jul 28, 2024

When someone is unincarcerated with a bond of 0 and has charges with pending commitment, it means they are not currently in jail. The term "bond of 0" suggests they were released without needing to pay bail. This is often referred to as being released on their own recognizance.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: Can a 14 Year old carry pepper spray in KY
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Jun 23, 2024

Yes. For self defense only.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: I have arrantment hearing in Knox county ky on Monday but I currently stranded in Alabama with no money to get back

My girlfriend car is broken down and I have no money to get transportation back to ky for my court date on monday.

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Jun 20, 2024

Call the clerks office, advise them of your situation and ask them to pass the case to a new date for you.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Traffic Tickets for Kentucky on
Q: Will he get jail time? What can we do to prevent it?

My boyfriend got a 2nd degree motor vehicle flee, improper display of plates, reckless driving, operating on sus license, and failure to use head lamps. He’s 20 with no prior criminal record and only driving with no license on his driving record. I just found out he also has about 6 tickets for... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Jun 19, 2024

Most likely he will not do any jail time although I would hire a lawyer to represent him immediately so he can get out in front of these charges.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: My fiance has court in Campbell KY for probation violation.her officer agreed to let her come back to sober living

She needs a lawyer to be there so she has representation to get out on the 18th

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Jun 14, 2024

You should contact a criminal defense attorney ( or the public defender) in Campbell County. They will be able to help her return to the sober living.

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Kentucky on
Q: I'm needing information on this legal term thanks 24-cr-00083-002
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Jun 5, 2024

Look on public Courtnet and enter case number.

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: If you have an open DV case and an open EPO case in KY can you go hunting with a firearm in another country?
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Jun 3, 2024

The safe answer is no, given streaming, social media and the like.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: Yes I'm currently on bond for drug offenses. A search warrant was executed at my mother's. It had the incorrect address

The affidavit and warrant had the incorrect address plus description of home was inaccurate also they seized an item that was my mother's not mine that had nothing to do with anything

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on May 28, 2024

You can challenge the warrant through a motion to suppress.

2 Answers | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law and Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: Can i be charged for bail jumping after I served my entire sentence,and appeals court sends it back

Afterwards and the commonwealth attorney changed my date without notification to me and there's no bond or bail due to me serving out

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on May 27, 2024

Yes, although you may have a solid defense to it. Hire a criminal defense lawyer immediately to get out in front of this problem.

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: I am a USA citizen , I was convicted of a felony several yrs ago , and served my time ,can I own a firearm to protect me

Does state law trump the second amendment , I had no violent crime , can I have a shotgun to hunt and protect my family .

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on May 23, 2024

Once convicted of a felony, your right to possess a firearm is lost unless or until you are pardoned or the charge is expunged.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: If someone i know gets a first degree assault on another person and they take it to trial if the person the assault 1st

Was carried out on doesnt show for court in the state of kentucky wouldnt the charges be dropped

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on May 18, 2024

Possibly. Depends on the other evidence against him or her.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: Is a level 6 with the habitual suspendible?
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on May 17, 2024

In what respect?

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