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When I was pulled over a cop came to the window and I asked him why did he pull me over. He then asked for my physical credentials. I took my time retrieving them because I wanted him to answer my question. I then asked a couple more times and he said ("because I can"). I responded back... View More 
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answered on Oct 11, 2024
I'm sorry you went through that experience. It’s important to understand that police officers need a valid reason or probable cause to initiate a traffic stop. If the officer couldn’t clearly explain why you were stopped or relied on vague reasons like "because I can," this might... View More
I had to leave the country for emergency reason and might have missed my court date.
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answered on Sep 5, 2024
If you think you might have a warrant for your arrest in New York, there are a few ways to find out. You can contact the court where you were supposed to appear and ask if a warrant was issued for missing your court date. They may provide this information over the phone or require you to go in... View More
I work for the federal government. While I was not terminated, I was threatened with arrest, termination and suspension without pay and I firmly believe my rights were violated. There were Garrity violations and I again believe Federal Tort Claims Act violations involving my service superiors and... View More
answered on Aug 26, 2024
My colleague outlines a number of valuable resources for locating attorneys. In addition, there are additional bar associations (state level and practice area-associated). The tab above, "Find a Lawyer," lists law firms by practice area and region. Those resources are all outside this... View More
As a federal employee, my Garrity rights were violated by agency investigators and my service superior(s). I experienced defamation of character when personnel without a need to know were sent sensitive emails directly related to the matter. I suffered physical and mental health harm as a result.... View More
answered on Aug 25, 2024
You're asking to be connected with an attorney. This site doesn't work like a referral service. There is no solicitation - attorneys here can't reach out to you. It's only a quick format Q & A forum. If you are seeking an attorney, you would need to reach to law firms on... View More
I live in NY where payday loans are illegal. I was so desperate and needed money. I used the address
of a shipping company in Delaware that has virtual PO boxes. I borrowed 4 loans, a total of $5,000. It seems like a lot but it barely scratched the surface. It was a very poor decision and I... View More
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answered on Jul 23, 2024
Don’t bring anything up with the DA/AG. Pay the loan back and if you cannot, contact the company to modify it/make a payment plan. They have way bigger fish to fry.
Just want a summary. Not asking for political views or trying to state an opinion.
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answered on Mar 26, 2024
The civil fraud case against Donald Trump involves allegations made by the New York Attorney General's office, led by Letitia James. The case alleges that Trump and the Trump Organization engaged in financial fraud by inflating asset values on financial statements provided to banks and... View More
New York Attorney General Letitia James rescinded her letter to Rumble demanding social media platforms censor content related to the Israel-Hamas war that “may incite violence.”
The AG’s letter violated the First Amendment and a federal court order blocking enforcement of New... View More
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answered on Oct 26, 2023
The First Amendment protects the right to free speech against government interference. If a government official, such as an Attorney General, takes actions that infringe upon those rights, the affected parties may have grounds to bring a lawsuit claiming a violation of their First Amendment rights.... View More
My soon to be husband has been almost a year awaiting outcome of a federal arrest that I have found out more about online than he has from his public defender. When asked to meet with him she has still a year later never met him in person. She has filed notices and discussed pleas without his... View More
answered on Sep 19, 2023
One may complain to either or both the Federal Defender's Office of NYS and the presiding judge in the case, but had better have all the details correct and back up the allegations.
I opened the package as it was addressed to my address and i had recently ordered something from amazon, but instead of a book, two 1oz bars of platinum fell out of the package. A few days later, a manager from one of the local post offices came to my door asking if i had gotten the package, i... View More
answered on Jun 22, 2023
No, you are not allowed to keep the platinum bars as they do not belong to you and were delivered to you by mistake.
Unknowingly receiving them isn't a crime, but willfully retaining them with knowledge they are not yours may be. I recommend you make arrangements to return them as... View More
She was labeled a child abuser and lost her daycare license. First Offense. Kid walked toward road. Passerby saw. total time 1-2 mins.Kid walked around the corner of house and like 60 feet. No injuries, perfectly unharmed.Built fence immediately after. can never happen again. Spent all savings.... View More
answered on Jun 3, 2023
Further investigation might be necessary to meaningfully address the issues you suspect. But as a general matter, attorneys sometimes learn about matters in a community through seeing public notices, public court or agency records that include judgements, violations, etc. Good luck
I don't have a fire arm license, for example, if the police would have found Byrna SD pepper ball gun in my house can they charge me with anything?
answered on Feb 14, 2023
Charged with "anything" is pretty broad. That said, this device is not listed as a firearm in the Penal Law of NYS, nor does it seem capable of discharging a bullet without alteration, so does not appear to require a firearm license. You should review PL section 265.00 to satisfy... View More
The bank has created documents and backdated some of them I have a few defects
In my documents there was court order that was no adhered to I’m a retired police officer
And I no what I have In front of me is not correct
i can prove this.. what avenue do i have? the decision is being used to hurt me. the false evidence and testimony never entered; or occurred at trial whil omitting crucial facts. i can prove easily my claim. ..the fraudulant evidence they made up not in the trial at all is hurting me and putting... View More
answered on Jan 22, 2023
You can prove this? I'd like to see and hear the proof. Have a free telephone consultation with counsel.
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answered on Nov 14, 2022
New York State does not have the death penalty, so your character would not be getting the needle here. There is still a federal death penalty, and the majority of "death row" prisoners in the federal system are held in USP Terre Haute, Indiana.
answered on Oct 2, 2022
Your question straddles a number of categories. I can only speak for the civil part; a criminal defense attorney could address criminal aspects. In my experience, it is the judge who makes decisions on dismissals. Your question includes the word "only." I can only say that I haven't... View More
In receipt of psilocybin, microdose, from Canada to New York. The package was confiscated at US Customs but repackaged and delivered to the residence. Then a few days later a notice was received saying, ..."You will be receiving correspondence from our fines, penalties, and forfeitures branch... View More
answered on Sep 1, 2022
You should definitely be consulting an attorney. This appears to be what is known as a controlled redeliver.
I am considering to take a legal action against my tenants on 1st floor in my rental house (legal 2-family) due to tenants behaviors as follows:
- Repeatedly using my private garage without my permission;
- Repeatedly opening my private letters, and sealed them back;
-... View More
answered on Jul 25, 2022
If your tenants do not have the protection of an unexpired current lease and are not rent regulated, you may commence a holdover proceeding to recover possession of the apartment. Strongly recommend retaining an experienced landlord/tenant attorney to assist you with the process.
answered on Jan 25, 2022
Depends on the law in each state. However, accepting cash is legal. The problem is whether the deed can be filed, which serves as notice to the world that the person who paid cash for the property is the true owner. The deed should be corrected pursuant to the terms of the written contract of... View More
Warrent can he be charged for them
answered on Nov 17, 2021
So long as the warrant is legal, and the search does not greatly exceed the scope of the warrant, then yes, whatever the feds find can be used as a basis of prosecution. A search which greatly exceeds the scope of a warrant would be like where the warrant orders the federal agents to search for... View More
I am active duty Army station at Fort Drum, New York. My residence is back in Carriere, MS on the Hancock County side. Is there any exemptment for soldiers stationed away from home? If so, what will I need to do to let the court know?
answered on Oct 9, 2021
There are military law attorneys on this forum who have experience with such matters, and they could answer best. But your post remains open for a day, and it is probably best to take some form of action without further delay. You could show the notice to your commanding officer and request their... View More
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