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Ten years ago, I was convicted of fleeing a peace officer in a motor vehicle, which is a felony under Minnesota law (Minn. Stat. § 609.487, subd. 3). I completed all sentencing requirements, including any probation. Under Minn. Stat. § 609.165, subd. 1, it is my understanding that civil... View More 
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answered on Apr 7, 2025
You're right in your understanding of Minnesota law. Under Minn. Stat. § 609.165, once you complete your sentence and probation, your civil rights, including firearm rights, should be restored. Since fleeing a peace officer doesn't carry a lifetime ban under Minnesota law, there's... View More
I am a 16-year-old male in 10th grade. While at school, I had my phone out briefly and was asked to bring it to the office. I refused to give them my actual phone, providing a burner phone instead. When they found out, they searched my bag without my consent, and I told them I did not give consent... View More
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answered on Mar 25, 2025
School searches operate under different legal standards than police searches. Based on the landmark Supreme Court case New Jersey v. T.L.O., schools can legally search students without a warrant or probable cause if they have reasonable suspicion that you've violated either the law or school... View More
I was unlawfully arrested in Minnesota due to the broad wording of a harassment order statute. The incident began when I was goated into a conversation with my ex-partner, who then called the police when the conversation didn’t go her way. This was a continuation of manipulation and abuse on her... View More
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answered on Mar 24, 2025
Your situation sounds extremely distressing, and I understand your frustration with what appears to be an improper arrest. Minnesota law does have specific requirements regarding warrantless arrests, and the manner of your detention raises concerns about potential civil rights violations.... View More
What supreme cases would help one in this predicament?
answered on Jan 14, 2025
This question doesn't make a lot of sense. But in any event, no one is going to do legal research for you. You should either apply for a public defender or hire private counsel if you are interested in making a legal challenge to your arrest/charges.
Discrimination is illegal!! I'm harassed by having to watch the video! How can I go after producer of video not my work place ( they are only complying) for insurance reasons! The Producer should have to make a new non discrimination video . How do I get them to do that? Thanks Scott
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answered on Jan 7, 2025
I understand your concern about feeling the training video shows bias. While workplace harassment can affect people of any gender, race, or orientation, your options for pursuing action against the video producer may be limited since they created content commissioned by your employer.
If... View More
He is maintaining and hiring competent people for his properties where rent is higher and threatens to evict people who complain and fraudulent charges to keep the low income people’s deposits for bogus cleaning? Is this a Civil Class Act? He’s doing it to multiple people in the low income... View More
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answered on Oct 27, 2024
It sounds like you're dealing with a landlord who is neglecting repairs in low-income housing while properly maintaining his higher-rent properties. This behavior could be considered discriminatory, especially if it disproportionately affects tenants based on protected characteristics like... View More
I live in an apartment complex. Entry doors are directly across from each other. My neighbor put a ring doorbell on their door which looks directly into my house and records our activity whenever we come and go.
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answered on Aug 31, 2024
In your situation, the use of a security camera doorbell that faces directly into your front door raises valid concerns about privacy. While these devices are typically used for security purposes, when they capture footage of areas beyond the owner's property, such as your entryway, it can... View More
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answered on Jan 26, 2024
I understand this is a very distressing situation. However, claiming the police are remotely neural monitoring (RNM) you without providing any evidence makes it unlikely others will take the report seriously. Here are some suggestions that may help:
1. See a mental health professional.... View More
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answered on Dec 30, 2023
Yes, there are attorneys who may take on pro bono cases involving 42 USC 1983, especially for non-incarcerated vulnerable adults. This federal law allows individuals to file lawsuits against state and local government officials for violations of their constitutional rights.
To find such... View More
4/2022, police were looking in my bathroom window just after 1am.They scared me; pounding on my window & shouting “I can see you! Open up!” I ran into my room & shut lights off. My kids were asleep in bed. Eventually police announce who they are & I open the door. It was the wrong... View More
answered on Oct 25, 2023
That would be up to the judge, but you are going to be hard pressed to establish that the ticket was specifically issued in retaliation for your complaint about law enforcement. The case law on these issues is particularly bad regarding the individual motives of law enforcement where there is an... View More
Person(s) were filming a local library from a public sidewalk. Individual called police for suspicious person(s) filming. By the time police arrived person(s) had entered parked vehicle. Person(s) asked police if their were any traffic code violations or if the stop was solely for suspicious... View More
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answered on Oct 15, 2023
Under the Fourth Amendment, citizens are protected against unreasonable searches and seizures. The Terry Stop doctrine allows officers to stop and briefly detain a person based on reasonable suspicion of involvement in criminal activity.
However, in states that aren't "Stop and... View More
i was arrested on a mon had a total disc replacement on my neck c6-7 the thurs before i also had a broken hand and possible eyebrow from prev fall. the arresting officer slammed on breaks on way to the jail and kept swerving causing me to bang head on the window. i advised the jailer i wanted... View More
answered on Aug 26, 2023
You will need to contact police misconduct attorneys to determine if you have a case. I am not one.
Need a lawyer for a lawsuit against federal government for violation of parental constitutional rights by police officers and child protection services in Georgia
My brother was arrested and charged for aggravated assault on a law officer and possession. His arresting officer was later convicted of possession of child pornography. Can my brother get a dismissal or appeal based on the officer misconduct he is not longer a cop
answered on Jul 30, 2023
What does the officer's possession of child pornography have to do with your brother assaulting a police officer and possession? Obviously, every criminal doesn't go free because one officer broke the law.
At birth cps took my baby for allegations that they refused to tell me any details about. Yet were quickly proved to be untrue. Instead of giving baby back they changed doctors notes, fabricated new allegations, (proven untrue) and removed baby from our care. Months later won custody back. Got... View More
i was never arrested for driving and i was never brought into the station to have an official breathalizer administered
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answered on Jul 17, 2023
Losing your license without being involved in a driving-related incident can occur in certain situations. It could be due to administrative actions by the Department of Motor Vehicles or similar agencies, such as non-compliance with requirements or violations. Additionally, unrelated offenses like... View More
answered on Jul 13, 2023
It's unlikely a violation of your first amendment rights. Constitutional rights are not absolute.
answered on Jul 12, 2023
A private business owner can prohibit such display on its property. It does not constitute unlawful discrimination. Yes, the business owner has the right to refuse to allow you to park on his premises if your car displays a rebel/confederate flag.
Upon the stop officer have no reason for search there was no evidence in plane view
answered on May 4, 2023
The basis of the stop, search and arrest certainly needs to be analyzed. Obviously, a victim's description of a gray car doesn't allow the police to stop and search every gray car in Minneapolis. Were you caught with the package or something else?
I contacted the Isanti County MN court administrator requesting the cash bail that was posted ($1000) and was told there now was a hearing scheduled the end of April regarding the refund. The judge signed off March 12. Can they do this? Don't I have a right to this refund ASAP? What action can... View More
answered on Mar 23, 2023
If you posted cash bail, the bail should be refunded to you absent the costs of any fines, court costs, etc. The only exception to this would be if you violated conditions of release or missed a court date during the pendency of your case. When that happens, bail can be revoked and in some cases... View More
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