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answered on Sep 22, 2024
It is up to you. Having a criminal record can impact your future and getting a good lawyer can make a difference. I frequently tell a story about being a terrible plumber. If I have a leaky toilet I will spend hours and waste solder but eventually I will get the leak to stop. If I have to redo... View More 
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
In New Hampshire, willful concealment (also known as shoplifting) is treated as a misdemeanor for a first offense if the value of the merchandise is under $1,000.
The potential penalties for a first-time willful concealment conviction in NH include:
- A fine of up to $1,200... View More
(625.8)
VI. The period of limitations does not run:
(a) During any time when the accused is continuously absent from the state or has no reasonably ascertained place of abode or work within this state; or
(b) During any time when a prosecution is pending against the accused... View More
answered on Apr 1, 2024
The starting point for determining whether the statute of limitations bars prosecution is RSA 625:8. The general rule is that the State has six years to prosecute a felony, one year to prosecute a misdemeanor, and three months to prosecute a violation, RSA 625:8, I (a)-(d), but the statute contains... View More
My grandson was screaming, fighting, a 20-lb strong baby. My son lost his temper and threw the baby on sofa cushions. My daughter-in-law took baby to hospital , citing child abuse, reported him to CPS, claims my son caused a fracture to one of baby’s ribs. Police are following up, My has no prior... View More
answered on Jan 17, 2024
The allegations are very serious. The potential exists for there to be felony charges depending on if there was in fact a serious bodily injury. It is vital that your son not talk to the police or DCYF without speaking to a defense lawyer. The facts may also reveal that it was not a criminal... View More
she has no recollection ,asnd her ex boyfriend allegedly got a call that dcyf is taking kids tomorrow.no one will speak to her.its sunday,happened sat.what can she do?
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answered on Dec 12, 2023
Your wife should take immediate steps in response to the complex situation.
If the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) gets involved, she should cooperate fully, answering questions honestly and maintaining politeness.
It's crucial to gather relevant documents,... View More
answered on Oct 15, 2024
If you are a convicted felon you are not permitted to purchase, possess or control a firearm. You may be able to annul the conviction in MA but you should consult a MA lawyer about whether you are eligible for such relief.
And can a crossing guard close down a road so buses can go instead of traffic which then again blocks emergency vehicles as well
answered on Mar 26, 2024
A New Hampshire attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. It could depend on whether the school or school district imposes any conditions in the interest of child safety that supplement ordinary state and municipal vehicle & traffic laws. An attorney would... View More
As I am a victim of a violent crime by strangulation by weapon (cane)on city trans. individual was arrested charged with a felony 2nd degree assault by strangulation (i believe being charged incorrectly)and now as the defendant since committed breach of bail x2 being in direct contact with me... View More
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answered on Oct 15, 2023
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. When a defendant breaches conditions of bail, the court can revoke the bail and take the defendant into custody. Law enforcement is tasked with enforcing bail conditions and, if they fail to do so, they may not be upholding their duties appropriately.... View More
if a police officer drives by me and i have had no police contact or reason for my information to be searchd online, did not break and traffic laws to warrant a stop, was not infact even pulled over for anything, can he just plug my name in the nh dmv database to see if i have a valid drivers... View More
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answered on Sep 11, 2023
Law enforcement officers generally have broad authority to access DMV records, which includes license status information. This access, however, should be exercised for legitimate law enforcement purposes and not on a whim or for personal reasons. If you believe your rights have been violated, you... View More
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answered on Jul 11, 2023
If you are being bullied or targeted in jail because of your sexual orientation and it can be shown that the actions are motivated by bias or prejudice, it is possible that it could be considered a hate crime.
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answered on Jul 4, 2023
You could explore the possibility of filing a petition for rehearing or reconsideration with the same court.
... In 1998 (age 18) with my 14 year old girlfriend. Though law is by no means my field of expertise, I've personally done a significant amount of RSA reading and Internet scouring hoping to find anything that could free me from this "brand" I'm forced to wear. With all the... View More
answered on Jun 22, 2023
I understand your situation. RSA 651:5 defines a FSA as a "violent crime" and prohibits it from annulment. It is difficult to get removed from the sex offender registry. Here are a links to check:... View More
He was remanded to the state hospital in NH by a judge. He is being held at the county jail until a bed becomes available. He lives in PA. I want to know if there is anything I can do to get him back to a hospital in PA. The jail would not let me know the charges.
answered on Jun 19, 2023
You should contact a criminal defense lawyer in Rockingham County. I would recommend a member of NHACDL. If your son is charged you may be able to get him released on bail and take him with you to PA. I am located in Coos and handle the norther counties. If you can't find a Rockingham... View More
What is an actual free website to obtain information on the warrant in question? And what happens after they leave w/o an answer? Can they request a search warrant?
answered on Jun 1, 2023
A warrant is not limited to the county that issued it. Typically a warrant will be for a state or may include multiple states. If agent trying to enforce warrant does not get an answer they may simply come back. The warrant may indicate that it is a no knock warrant and police would be able to... View More
I want to know how to protect myself legally from being extorted, violating 18 U.S.C. § 1470- Transfer of obscene material to minors, or just in general accidentally sending NSFW content to a minor because I have no idea who is on the other end of the profile looking to purchase my nude... View More
We were all drunk. They came, one with a gun and one without and threatened me and my family. I had a gun and told then to leave. A shot was fired by someone into the ground. They left. Who is most at fault?
answered on Apr 21, 2023
The answer depends on many factors. It really depends on the circumstances.
The law is RSA 627:4 Physical Force in Defense of a Person. –
I. A person is justified in using non-deadly force upon another person in order to defend himself or a third person from what he reasonably... View More
How would I go about doing that?
answered on Dec 19, 2022
You can fire any attorney. You would need to notify your lawyer and inform them you are unsatisfied with service and would like them to withdraw. If you have hired another lawyer the newly hired lawyer can contact the existing lawyer. It is routine that people are unhappy with their lawyer for... View More
If the warrant is for a FTA out of PA & they pick u up for that & hold you in jail until you go to court for an extradition hearing what can someone expect to happen?
answered on Dec 6, 2022
It depends on the warrant. The Extradition Clause in the US Constitution requires states, upon demand of another state, to deliver a fugitive from justice who has committed a "treason, felony or other crime" to the state from which the fugitive has fled. The state that issued the... View More
I work for a town municipal department in New Hampshire and we're (public works dept.) having trouble with some residents going through our road closed sign. Our signs are properly placed out from another. We have a "road closed ahead" at each entrance into the road and our... View More
answered on Jun 15, 2022
Thanks for posting your question. I represent only folks charged with a crime so I would do not actually bring any charges. However, in the past I have represented citizens that have been charged for entering a closed road with various violations.
I would think that your local PD would be... View More
answered on Jun 9, 2022
Grand jury hearings are secret in NH and federally.
A Grand Jury considers evidence presented by the government and decides whether there is sufficient evidence to formally charge a person with committing a crime.
Secrecy prevents those under scrutiny from fleeing or importuning... View More
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