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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Constitutional Law for Minnesota on
Q: I'm 17 can someone that is 23 get in trouble if he got me pregnant?
Lucas Wynne
Lucas Wynne
answered on Mar 6, 2017

Yes.

1 Answer | Asked in Constitutional Law for Minnesota on
Q: Where is there exactly vagueness in the US Constitution?
Paul Stanko
Paul Stanko
answered on Sep 15, 2016

The Constitution is enormously vague. Look at Article 1, Section 8!

"To make all Laws which shall be necessary and proper for carrying into Execution the foregoing Powers, and all other Powers vested by this Constitution in the Government of the United States, or in any Department or...
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1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law, Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Traffic Tickets for Minnesota on
Q: Is there Constitutional rights to travel without a license in a motor vehicle in Minnesota

I recently got a ticket for driving on a cancelled license but I was parked at a gas station and the police were called there for another person but because that person came and sat in my car they searched my car and towed it I was not on drugs or drinking i simply was minding my own business

Joseph A. Gangi
Joseph A. Gangi
answered on Sep 2, 2016

No, you do not have a Constitutional right to a driver's license.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Constitutional Law and Civil Rights for Minnesota on
Q: can i have a gun with restraining order against me
Joseph A. Gangi
Joseph A. Gangi
answered on Sep 2, 2016

Generally speaking, a harassment restraining order does not, in and of itself, prohibit the possession of firearms. An order for protection might.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Constitutional Law for Minnesota on
Q: Does a person need a D.L. to drive a motor vehicle on a highway or is it "Your Right to Travel", under current law?

Thompson v. Smith, 154 SE 579 Chicago Motor Coach v. Chicago, 169 NE 221

Lucas Wynne
Lucas Wynne
answered on Aug 8, 2016

You need a driver's license. The internet is a terrible place to turn to learn the law, a local courthouse, calling a lawyer, or calling the DMV is a much better idea if you have a driving related question. The case you cited is not about a fundamental right to drive, it is about whether... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Constitutional Law for Minnesota on
Q: I live in Minnesota. Is it okay to put up a 'No Soliciting' sign?

Today two Jehovah Witness members showed up at my doorstep. I had no intention to invite them in and didn't like the feeling of anyone trying to force their beliefs on me. I was trying to research more about this issue, but can't seem to find any legitimate documentation on this. Could... View More

Lucas Wynne
Lucas Wynne
answered on Jul 21, 2016

Put up the sign, tell them to scram.

1 Answer | Asked in Constitutional Law, Internet Law and Personal Injury for Minnesota on
Q: Can I be sued for blogging about dysfunctional families (mine!) online if I don't use their names?

I write for two of the most well-known sites/blogs online. Every fact I reveal is 100% true and my writing helps thousands of others who also grew up in similarly dysfunctional homes. Am I not protected by the 1st Amendment?

Lucas Wynne
Lucas Wynne
answered on Jul 19, 2016

The answer to this question is HIGHLY dependent on what you are writing, its truth, the damage it may cause to others, etc.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Personal Injury for Minnesota on
Q: Need a civil rights and personal injury lawyer

threat of contempt and incarceration for facebook and telling my story

Lucas Wynne
Lucas Wynne
answered on Jul 19, 2016

This question is too vague to answer, please contact an attorney ASAP for help.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Criminal Law for Minnesota on
Q: Lured to Sheriff's Dept, interrogated, arrested,not told what I was charged with no Miranda Warning. Address searched.

Costs me $15k I have a spotless record. Case was dismissed, prosecutor stated in the dismissal letter no evidence or probable cause. Is this a good case?

Lucas Wynne
Lucas Wynne
answered on Jul 19, 2016

Could be, more information would need to be known. Contact an attorney.

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Q: What is the us supreme court case dealing with a juvenile on trial for a capital crime and parental notification?
Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Oct 20, 2015

You assume that there is such a case and an attorney would have to do research to find it. That is not done for free. and I do not know the specific case you are talking about but do remember a very important case from SCOTUS a few years abo about sentencing juveniles to life without parole.

1 Answer | Asked in Constitutional Law for Minnesota on
Q: The length of time that most amendments now have to be ratified?
Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Oct 19, 2015

They do not become amendments until they are ratified.

1 Answer | Asked in Constitutional Law for Minnesota on
Q: Do I still have the right to bear arms?

In September 2000, I was charged with criminal sexual conduct in the third degree in Minnesota under 609.344(1)(b).

Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Oct 14, 2015

Were you convicted? You didn't say. It depends upon that.

1 Answer | Asked in Constitutional Law for Minnesota on
Q: If i was charged with a crime given a court date charges get droped i still sit in jail 4weeks released no explanation
Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Oct 14, 2015

You did not ask a question. But I can assume you are asking what to do or if you can sue. That can only be answered after a full discussion with a local attorney.

1 Answer | Asked in Constitutional Law for Minnesota on
Q: I have a question about the continued involvement after sentencing,of the person who did the assessment [psi].

The man who did the assessment has continued to be involved and has been directing the treatment and halfway house facilities which my girlfreind has been ordered to attend. first of all while in treatment this man was counciling the treatment facility in just how he wanted her treatment to be. he... View More

Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Oct 14, 2015

You did not ask a question, and this is not a constitutional law matter in my opinion. It is a rehabilitation matter probably concerning criminal law. In my opinion, she is fortunate to have a counselor who actually cares. You have no standing to complain. She does, and if she thinks that she has... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Constitutional Law for Minnesota on
Q: Can you be puleed over for no reason?
Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Oct 10, 2015

Has this already happened? Get an attorney.

1 Answer | Asked in Constitutional Law for Minnesota on
Q: Can I sue someone if they are taking advantage of someone who is diagnosed mentally disabled?

I am by state law considered to be a vulnerable adult.

Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Oct 10, 2015

Can you sue? We do not have enough facts to make that determination.

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Q: If the constitution gives it's citizens the right to bare arms, why we need the state's permission.
Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Sep 13, 2015

Have you done a simple internet search to learn about this. "state authority to regulate arms" Might be a good start to a deeper understanding of this great question.

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