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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and Real Estate Law for Maryland on
Q: Can The Owner Of Land Call The Police / Unlawful Detainer Regarding Adverse Possession

Regarding Adverse Possession Or (Adverse Possession Squatting Rights And And Is Trespassing Loitering BNE Under Adverse Possession Or Squatting Rights

Mark Oakley
Mark Oakley
answered on Nov 11, 2020

A person occupying or upon property they do not own and does not leave when asked, or returns after being told not to come on the land, is trespassing, and if that same person opens and enters any structure or building on the land, regardless of whether they were told not to be on the property, has... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Maryland on
Q: What if I’m just masturbating in my car

Is it legal in Maryland? Especially if masturbation on the metro in Maryland is legal

Mark Oakley
Mark Oakley
answered on Oct 19, 2020

It's a crime if anyone sees you. If charged, hire a lawyer. You do not want this on your record.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Employment Discrimination and Employment Law for Maryland on
Q: I am an African American male , that has been dealing with haraasment, retaliation n more from my work place.

When I reported it to HR not once but twice I was told that He was within his right as a manager to do that. They never took what I report serious as a result I was fired n refused to resign. I believe the is a serious cover up between HR and this adminstration n department. Im in the Baltimore, MD... View More

Andrellos Mitchell
Andrellos Mitchell
answered on Oct 1, 2020

Well, you didn't pose a question so there is no answer necessary. However, if you felt your rights were being violated why didn't you file an EEOC Complaint? You may still be able to. Your facts were so thin, it's impossible to tell what your rights may be.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for Maryland on
Q: How can a group of student get a class actions started against a college for discrimination and retaliation?

There is a group of African American students who want to file a class action suite against the college, based on discrimination, and retaliation. When we speak out about any issues we have regarding grading, not registering us for class, etc. he either fails us, and does not go over the test with... View More

Raul Jauregui
Raul Jauregui
answered on Sep 21, 2020

This sounds like a remarkable moment for that group of African American students to transform education at that school for them and for the next generations of students of color. When you say "class action" you imply getting a lawyer who has experience in race discrimination in... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Support, Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for Maryland on
Q: Questions lawyer asked for

questions

Have you parenting classes

Have you completed anger management classes

Are you enrolled in substance class

Are you working how can n you provide for child

What are your daycare plans

Who can help you in case of emergency with child

Marie-Yves Nadine Jean-Baptiste
Marie-Yves Nadine Jean-Baptiste
answered on Aug 6, 2020

These are discovery questions. They will help the attorney prepare their case. You should not ignore them simply because you do not understand them. If you fail to respond, the other attorney may file sanctions against you and ask the court to prevent you from entering evidence to prove your case... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights, Federal Crimes, Intellectual Property and Social Security for Maryland on
Q: I received an email about because I got a notice of le a legal proceeding should I take it seriously

Case File : PS0103019

Court House Address- -United States District Court 500 Pearl Street, New York, NY 10007.

Lawsuit Cost - $4526.65(Including Attorney Fee/Court Fee/All Taxes)

Last Date to File Lawsuit - July 28th 2020.

Attorney Name- Paul Smith (Sr. Attorney in... View More

Mark Oakley
Mark Oakley
answered on Jul 28, 2020

It's a scam. Ignore it.

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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Criminal Law for Maryland on
Q: Is it legal for the police to detain you and call a K-9 unit out solely because you have a single past criminal charge?

My husband and I pulled out of our driveway and passed a state trooper who immediately turned around, followed us for 2 miles (long enough to run our tags and see that he has a 5 year old closed misdemeanor drug case against him) then pulled us over into a parking lot. He said he pulled us over... View More

Robert C. Bonsib
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Robert C. Bonsib
answered on Jul 27, 2020

Unfortunately - this happens all to often.

If the police have a legitimate reason to stop a vehicle - the duration of the stop must be analyzed by the reason for the stop - for a minor traffic violation the time period should be brief - if there is no reason for the stop - then the stop...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Employment Law for Maryland on
Q: how do i know if i was involved in a class action lawsuit
Mark Oakley
Mark Oakley
answered on Jun 3, 2020

Normally, if you can be identified as a possible member in a class action lawsuit, you receive some sort of communication to that effect. If there is a particular lawsuit you are aware of, then you can look up information on that lawsuit by doing a simple google search, and learn about the court... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law, Landlord - Tenant and Real Estate Law for Maryland on
Q: Can an HOA install cameras without the consent of all homeowners and tenants (privacy concern).

If they are installed in places places that peer into places on homeowner properties that are covered by reasonable expectation of privacy (e.g. patios, porches, windows, etc.)

Mark Oakley
Mark Oakley
answered on Jun 3, 2020

I doubt your HOA documents provide that unanimous consent of all homeowners is required before they can take any actions. However, that does not mean they can necessarily act with impunity or infringe on privacy rights. Your HOA is made up of you and your fellow owners. You elect the Board who... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Appeals / Appellate Law, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Maryland on
Q: I need answers!!!

my son is currently at Central Booking we have ask for his panal attorney to put in for a review of his case because he does have asthma and has been receiving treatment at Central Booking for it. Unfortunately since he has had the panal attorney assigned to him the panal attorney is always... View More

Mark Oakley
Mark Oakley
answered on May 9, 2020

It is not clear whether the problem is primarily that the panel attorney does not have the time to devote to your son's case, or is unable to do much given that the courts are all closed and operating to address only emergency issues and therefore cannot do anything at this time for your son... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Maryland on
Q: So in the state of maryland I can film anything from public property? That would mean there's no expectation of privacy?
Mark Oakley
Mark Oakley
answered on Mar 25, 2020

“Film anything from public property”—no, if by that you mean peering into the interior spaces of someone’s home through their windows or into areas where there would be a reasonable expectation of privacy. It does not matter that you happen to be standing on public property if you are using... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Maryland on
Q: Can a news station block me from exercising my freedom of speech on their Facebook news posts?

No threats were made, but I did use vulgar language to express my disgust of their coverage.

Mark Oakley
Mark Oakley
answered on Mar 11, 2020

Yes. Media companies are private parties. The First Amendment only bars the government from infringing on your freedom of speech, not private parties. You can post on your own Facebook page, and bar others from posting on your page. You have no right to force others to let you post on theirs.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Maryland on
Q: Living in section 8 and guest won’t leave the premise

I have a friend who lives in section 8 housing, she has a family member who stayed the night and now he will not leave, he’s been there for a week already because he refused to leave, She’s very afraid, he will not allow her back in her house and has also threaten her life, what can she do... View More

Mark Oakley
Mark Oakley
answered on Dec 21, 2019

She can go to the District Court Commissioner’s Office, fill out a petition for protection from domestic violence, and if granted the Commissioner will issue an order of protection forcing the family member out and to stay away. It will be served by the Sheriff or police and he will be forcibly... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Family Law, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Maryland on
Q: Once I am deemed the "legal father" by the affidavit of parentage (Maryland), am I protected by the 14th amendment?

Once being deemed the legal father by Maryland's Affidavit of parentage, does this give me full legal rights to have a relationship with my child, and be an active father? Even if the mother has since moved to another state? Do my rights disappear because she, and the children crossed over an... View More

J. D. A.
J. D. A.
answered on Dec 19, 2019

You should consult with a family law attorney- they will be able to tell you whether you would need to file something in Maryland or the other state to challenge the ruling/judgment (most likely the other state). It is unclear what the due process/14th Amendment violation would be if you had... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Criminal Law for Maryland on
Q: My fiance has a 2nd degree Assault warrant from a year ago when I called the police. We are still together. What to do?

We still live happily together with no problems after. What should we do to get rid of the warrant

Mark Oakley
Mark Oakley
answered on Dec 8, 2019

Hire a lawyer for your girlfriend because that’s the only way to deal with a warrant short of her simply walking into the police station and being arrested. Maybe the warrant can be recalled, maybe the prosecutor will drop the case if the lawyer can persuade them to, but regardless, she needs a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Appeals / Appellate Law, Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for Maryland on
Q: Where can I find a lawyer that can assist me with writing a brie? I would like to know If I am able to sue?

Hello My name is Ms. Freeland, At the moment I am writing a letter to show cause of why my case should not be dismissed before 11-15-2019. My main concern is finding Assistant writing a brief by December 2, 2019. I am not looking for representation. My case is base on the CPS Indicated child abuse... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Nov 17, 2019

Your question would best be handled by a family law practitioner in Maryland, but if you need a brief by December 2nd, time is of the essence. If you are seeking a brief writer, you could search online for legal brief writers. This is a very narrow area - there are attorneys who hold themselves out... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents, Civil Rights and Communications Law for Maryland on
Q: Is it legal in MD to record, without permission/consent, the conversations occurring after an auto accident?

Is it legal in MD to record, without permission/consent, the conversations occurring after an auto accident?

I read an article that cited MD 2013 Code, which explained that it was legal to record the conversations after an auto accident, citing that the law (or case law) did not deem the... View More

Mark Oakley
Mark Oakley
answered on Nov 10, 2019

Maryland is a two-party consent state when it comes to audio recordings: both parties must consent to the recording. There is no exceptions for auto accidents. Video recording is not covered under this law, but unless you have a way to turn off the audio recording capacity of your video device, you... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Maryland on
Q: In Maryand, can I record meetings with a dozen of people (including myself) at Church?

The recording will be audio and video.

Do I need to get consents from all participants still? As we understand, the church meetings are not private conversations.

Please advise.

Mark Oakley
Mark Oakley
answered on Sep 23, 2019

Simply announce to all who are present at the outset that the meeting will be video- and audio-taped. If there is a written notice that goes out to everyone who is invited to attend, consider stating that fact in the notice. Anyone who attends and remains is deemed to have consented. Otherwise,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Personal Injury, Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for Maryland on
Q: If I was detained for 8 months for a crime I didn’t do, do I have a lawsuit chance?
Gary Kollin
Gary Kollin
answered on Jul 30, 2019

Was there probable cause for your arrest? If so, regardless of outcome, you generally do not.

However, are you simply going to rely on an answer here?

Of course not. So why have you not been contacting attorneys directly?

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Employment Discrimination and Employment Law for Maryland on
Q: Job knew I had disability. Sent a letter to say come to work, if no note in 6 days your fired. Was time to short?

I identified as a person with a disability. There was a class coming up I needed to be out for 2 days of a 10 day class for disability. Lead said her and manger discussed my request and said I should rethink going to my appointment, resign or they may terminate me. I was unable to attend that... View More

Andrellos Mitchell
Andrellos Mitchell
answered on Jun 30, 2019

No, not necessarily. It all depends on the facts, intent, and motivation of your employer, as well as whether or not you followed the law on requesting a reasonable accommodation. The employer knowing you are disabled is not enough. You must make a request for a reasonable accommodation, your... View More

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