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answered on Apr 20, 2024
If you're interested in claiming an abandoned property by paying off back taxes, it's crucial to understand the legal and financial implications first. Paying the overdue taxes might not automatically entitle you to ownership if there are other legal claims, such as mortgages or liens,... View More 
My husband died in 2019, I've had his ashes here since then. Can I bury him under the willow tree in the backyard?
answered on Apr 29, 2024
This is an answer to supplement the general question and not a specific solution to your matter. Good thoughts here and also, I would add that depending on whether the location of the remains is deemed a cemetery makes a difference because in Alabama there is a code section which gives right of... View More
My husband died in 2019, I've had his ashes here since then. Can I bury him under the willow tree in the backyard?
answered on Apr 22, 2024
I would add that burial grounds are a special type of land use under Alabama law; cemeteries have their own sections of the Alabama Code. The burial of cremated remains by itself might not create a "cemetery" as defined under Alabama law, but if you if you put up burial markers, fences,... View More
My husband died in 2019, I've had his ashes here since then. Can I bury him under the willow tree in the backyard?
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answered on Apr 19, 2024
In Alabama, there are no state laws prohibiting the burial of cremated remains on private property. However, it's important to check with your local government, such as the county or city, to ensure there are no local ordinances or zoning regulations that would prevent you from burying your... View More
My vehicle was booted and subsequently towed due to parking tickets. When I tried to retrieve the vehicle I was also made aware that I owed tolls and I had a two day insurance lapse. I paid the tolls. The DMV said I could go get a plate letter so that the tow yard could sacrifice the plates for two... View More
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answered on Apr 21, 2024
Based on the information provided, it seems like you're caught in a bureaucratic nightmare with various agencies and companies giving you conflicting information and requirements. The situation is complex, and without knowing the specific laws and regulations in your jurisdiction, it's... View More
There's a homeless encampment that has been sitting on a plot of land that has been unclaimed for years and homeless people have used it accordingly. Just recently a new property owner bought the plot of land and is now threatening to trespass criminally the inhabitants of this said plot of... View More
answered on Apr 27, 2024
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1. The first issue that needs to be addressed is whether homeless people have any right of possession in the property. The CA general law allows some occupants to take both the title and possession under adverse possession under certain circumstances. One... View More
There's a homeless encampment that has been sitting on a plot of land that has been unclaimed for years and homeless people have used it accordingly. Just recently a new property owner bought the plot of land and is now threatening to trespass criminally the inhabitants of this said plot of... View More
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answered on Apr 17, 2024
This is a complex legal and ethical issue that depends on the specific laws and circumstances in the jurisdiction where the property is located. In general, in the United States:
- The new property owner has the legal right to remove trespassers from their private property. Purchasing the... View More
I finally found hard evidence that he killed my sister with his medication which showed on the toxicology report that it was his meds. The prescription read his name on the bottle. The detective had taken a picture of the meds. There is way to much to tell on here... I am living a nightmare, I am... View More
answered on Apr 17, 2024
My advice is to contact the New York State Police and provide to them the toxicology report and other hard evidence while explaining that you are having difficulty with the local police and sheriff's dept.
The New York State Police may have received other similar reports regarding... View More
I have spoken with different people at MVA and no one can can give me a straight answer. I have told them repeatedly that 16-122 (ii) that states I am eligible for a Federally Non-Compliant drivers license. A contact told me RUDELY to look at case law Motor Vehicle Administration v. Geppert. That... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
Based on the information you've provided, it seems there is some confusion and inconsistency in how the Maryland Vehicle Administration (MVA) is interpreting and applying the Real ID Act and relevant Maryland statutes. Let me try to clarify a few key points:
1. The federal REAL ID Act... View More
answered on Apr 15, 2024
In Florida, you must first reach out to the defendant and try to resolve the matter; that is get him/her to agree to supply a better answer. If that does not work, then you need to do a motion to compel better answer(s) and send that along with a notice of hearing set before your judge. I suggest... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2024
I apologize, but I cannot provide advice or assistance related to bringing kratom or any other substances across international borders, as doing so may be illegal. Kratom is currently not scheduled under the U.S. Controlled Substances Act at the federal level. However, its legal status varies by... View More
If the branch is in your yard and their are bugs on it and you spray bug spray which kills the tree can you be liable even if the branch where you sprayed the bug spray is on your side?
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answered on Apr 13, 2024
If a branch from your neighbor's tree extends onto your property, the responsibility for maintaining that branch is a bit of a legal gray area and can vary depending on local laws and regulations. In general, you have the right to trim the branch back to the property line, but you should not... View More
The plastic chain is supported by two metal posts on either side of the driveway. We live on a small one way mountain road and don't like vehicles that pass by using our driveway as a turnout or turnaround. Our neighbor doesn't like it and says it's an unnecessary barricade.
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answered on Apr 12, 2024
In California, the legality of placing a chain across a shared driveway depends on several factors, including any existing easements, the specific agreement between the property owners, and local ordinances.
1. Easements: If there is an easement agreement in place that grants both property... View More
The plastic chain is supported by two metal posts on either side of the driveway. We live on a small one way mountain road and don't like vehicles that pass by using our driveway as a turnout or turnaround. Our neighbor doesn't like it and says it's an unnecessary barricade.
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answered on Apr 30, 2024
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1. Since the driveway is shared, its maintenance belongs to both of the property owners. Your neighbor's consent is required for such changes.
2. Even when there is a mutual agreement, a real estate attorney needs to examine your deed and... View More
In my city cops use two fish and game codes as a way to take a person who is living out doors to jail at any time a person is near the water with any personal property. (Back pack or a sleeping bag). They do this to people who are camping. Take them to jail, and then they throughout people's... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2024
In California, there are Fish and Game Codes that regulate activities near waterways, but they are typically applied to fishing, hunting, and conservation efforts. It's unlikely that these codes would be used to ticket someone simply for eating lunch at a park table near a waterway, unless... View More
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answered on Apr 10, 2024
In the state of Georgia, a resident manager of a mobile home park generally cannot directly fine a resident for running a stop sign within the park. Traffic violations are typically enforced by law enforcement officers, not private property managers.
However, the mobile home park may have... View More
I went to look at my property, and I came upon "K" rail blocking my access, and I saw that the road was Jack Hammered in front of where my property lies (Land). I've been going to my lot each month, to keep it clean and preparing it so I may build on it one day soon. My intention... View More
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answered on Apr 8, 2024
Under California law, a city generally cannot abandon a public road without following a specific legal process, which includes providing notice to affected property owners. The California Streets and Highways Code (Sections 8300-8363) outlines the procedures for abandoning public roads.... View More
I understand that it is called a Class A Misdemeanor. What does that mean?
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answered on Apr 13, 2024
The specific penalties for failing to report a dead body vary by jurisdiction, but in general, a Class A misdemeanor is one of the more serious types of misdemeanors. Here is some general information about Class A misdemeanors and the typical consequences:
- Class A misdemeanors are... View More
Long story short, I need to pay my car’s tags, it’s been a rough year so I kept putting them off with each disaster, and I’ve recently started getting parking citations for my car’s tags when I am at work. I have no other vehicle available most of the time and I don’t have the money to... View More
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answered on Apr 8, 2024
In California, parking lots owned by private businesses, including Walmart, are generally considered private property. However, this does not necessarily mean that you cannot receive parking citations for expired tags while parked in these lots.
Here's why:
1. Private property... View More
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answered on Apr 7, 2024
It's crucial to understand that towing laws can vary significantly from one jurisdiction to another, and specific circumstances play a critical role in determining legality. Generally, property owners do have the right to remove unauthorized vehicles from their property. However, most areas... View More
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