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They said that someone seen me breaking in something but they didn't use that video they used a video from the gas station show my clothes from that video that was wearing in that video are they allowed to do that without a warrant and without me telling they can take them
answered on Jun 1, 2019
Your question makes no sense. Parse it. It is a singke run-on. Write single sentences beginning with a caoutal letter and ending with a punctuation mark.
Only giving them the bare minimal, no extras at all. no seconds, no sugars, even doing things like making them pay to do their laundry. I know they say it is to teach responsibilities but this is taking it way to far. ALSO letting other children have things in front of the ones who have to do... View More 
answered on May 24, 2019
I would encourage you to contact social services about whomever this is and hotline the situation.
Been Waiting 6 months for the prosecution to provide the test results proving possession of an illegal substance. Still no word and waiting 6 months for new judge to replace the old one
answered on May 1, 2019
The Prosecutor has up to 1 year from the date of the incident to file charges, if it's a misdemeanor such as marijuana possession. It can take several months to receive the lab test results confirming the identification of the illegal substance.
I had two ex friends get a restraining order against me in May 2018 but, got dismissed in July 2018. Now, I come to find out from mutual friends that since August 2018 to now that they have been telling lies and rumors about me that are not true to other mutual friends and keeping others from... View More
answered on Apr 27, 2019
I'm not sure what you mean by a "cease and decist order." Unless you are a judge, you cannot issue a court order. Perhaps you meant to ask whether you should send a "letter" first. If so, that's usually a good idea.
Defamation cases in Missouri are generally... View More
neighbor keeps calling for stpid reasons that she is not doing and the local cops keep telling my friend it is her fault even though they have no proff that she has done any of the things the neighbor clams she has what can she do have talked to lawyers here and they wont even talk to her just say... View More
answered on Apr 27, 2019
If she is suing, she has a lawyer. Dhe shoukd discuss this with her lawyer
I was put on an extended stay hotel DNR list due to rumors and nothing else. I rented the room for a week and did put another guest on my room she is an adult, I have no control over her. I did nothing wrong never had the police there, did not bother anyone. I was always in my room. Was told that... View More
answered on Feb 26, 2019
A hotel may not discriminate against you on account of race, religion, national origin, etc., but may discriminate against you on account of merely not liking you or mistakenly believing you are selling drugs.
he was attacked by the k9 dogs the dogs were told to heel but they kept attacking. He is wanting to file case against them but will need a pro bono attorney
answered on Jan 14, 2019
You would want to talk to a Civil Rights Attorney about filing a lawsuit. And a criminal defense attorney if he was charged with a crime or given a summons for court
I live in a public housing authority with subsidized income based units in a high rise. The housing authority has attempted to evict me by posting a notice, but it lacks telling me what I did (no detail enough to mount a sufficient defense), and they failed to send it with certified mail. Does the... View More
It's probably unorthodox to ask bc I'm not seeking legal advice but I have a paper due this week and our History teacher wants us to write our meaning of Thanksgiving Day so I dug into our founding fathers, read the constitution, and saw that (My question in forum) Ive always wanted to... View More
answered on Nov 13, 2018
Here's something to ponder. In Missouri, if you owe someone 15 bucks, the person doesn't need to accept payment via a bag of nickels.
408.010. The silver coins of the United States are hereby declared a legal tender, at their par value, fixed by the laws of the United States,... View More
I got into a car accident yesterday and they are telling me it’s my fault that I opened my door to get out when I looked back the lady wasn’t even close to my door I opened my door almost out of my car and had to jump back into my car because she ended up taking my door with her car basically... View More
answered on Oct 8, 2018
A lot depends on where you were etc. If you had time to get out it's on her--she would see door open, feet on the ground., even before you stand up. If you were in the car and swung the door open--that's different.
See if there is a business at the point where you parked that... View More
Just to start before I get a lawyer I want to represent myself and get treated as an attorney, which I will and act upon. I want to obtain records and video from a hospital, a state counseling organization, and a state probation and parole center, this includes all records and vvideo I am involved... View More
answered on Sep 3, 2018
You have the right to represent yourself, but unless you comply with the local court rules, rules of civil procedure, and relevant statutes, you will quickly find the experience to be a frustrating one. It might cost you more in the long run not to have hired a good attorney at the outset.
This case would go to the Supreme Court. It is newsworthy. Civil rights violations. Statues ignored. Policies and procedures not followed. False documents presented to the court. This needs to be brought to the media's attention. Background in Family Law would be a plus. It is a very long... View More
answered on Jun 25, 2018
There are approximately 80 cases a year which are argued in the Supreme Court. About another 100 cases are resolved without argument.
There are about 7,000 to 8,000 cases a year filed with the Supreme Court. The likelihood of getting a case to the Supreme Court is about 1%.
I... View More
I had formally complained about the officer and was made fun of and ignored by the jail administrator. When I was sentenced on my case I told the judge also. They continued to employ him another year then two girls came forward to say he was doing it to them too. They fired him and brought... View More
answered on Jun 1, 2018
You can try.
An issue may be that the intentional criminal act may be outside the scope of employment and therefore sovereign immunity is not waived.
However, there may be a claim of failure to train and supervise under state torts and federal civil rights
Contact a lawyer... View More
I went to prison after surrendering my probation for DWS which had a 4 yr. Back up and a misd DUI which had a 6 month county back up. Prior to going to prison I had 314 days in on these charges. After surrendering my probation I went to DOC and two days prior to being released the DOC told me my... View More
answered on May 20, 2018
Sorry that happened to you. Meet with a local civil rights attorney. There’s no way to give you a meaningful answer based on such a short question.
answered on May 16, 2018
If your dad co-owned the property or is the executor of her estate; then yes, he can. However, if you were paying rent, or had a rental agreement, then he needs to give you 30 days notice.
And he declined and still sued me
answered on Apr 8, 2018
Make sure you show up to defend the case. Confer with a attorney. I don’t know the cause of action over which you are being sued. If it’s the Merchandising Practices Act the court has discretion to award reasonable attorneys’ fees to the prevailing party. Take this seriously.
I believe that an officer wrongfully charged me with tampering.
answered on Feb 7, 2018
If you have been charged with a crime, you need to hire an experienced criminal defense attorney to represent you.
I live in a two story house I live up stairs in a appartments to search my apparent when I am not there do they need a warrant with the up stairs location and my name on it
answered on Jan 12, 2018
It would depend upon the specific language of the warrant. You need an experienced attorney to review the warrant, which are typically only available for review after they have been executed. You should not assume that if your roommates are involved in criminal activity that officers searching the... View More
My house is to be on foreclosure this following Tuesday. Can I sue him? He knows he still owes me 15,000 and that is required to finish the last steps of the house. He knows once I sell the house his debt will be paid. But he rather take my home and this house I built. Please help.
answered on Nov 28, 2017
So, if you're in the middle of foreclosure proceedings, you definitely want to speak to an attorney. You normally wouldn't sue if you're already being sued. Instead, you would counterclaim. You'll want an attorney to guide you through this process.
A close friend got a letter stating they found a 7 year old mistake on his disability records and they are demanding he repay back around $100,000 in 30 days. Does he have a legitimate case?
answered on Nov 3, 2017
If the letter is from CMS then it should have a notice about a right to assert a waiver of overpayment. Your friend needs to contact the local Legal Services office.
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