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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Texas on
Q: In Texas do I have to completely drop my pants to do a drug test for probation? I used to just unzip my pants.

I used to just unzip my pants and pee. Now I’m being asked to completely drop my pants and expose everything. I refused to test because I felt extremely uncomfortable but I’m not worried about failing at all. I contacted my probation officer immediately after but haven’t heard back yet but... View More

Kiele Linroth Pace
Kiele Linroth Pace
answered on Apr 28, 2021

It is not illegal to drop your pants to do a drug test. The crimes related to exposing your private areas are limited to doing that in public. If you feel uncomfortable, you might ask if they would be willing to do a hair drug test instead. It is my understanding that a hair test can detect drug... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Collections for Texas on
Q: I left the state of Georgia to come to Texas for a family emergency and now they're telling because I'm behind on my pay

Because I cross the state line and do not let them know they're saying that they're going to put this charge on me of fraudulent use of vehicle

Kiele Linroth Pace
Kiele Linroth Pace
answered on Apr 23, 2021

It seems like you described a problem but didn't ask a question. Without knowing more, the main thing I can say is that making the payment ASAP is probably going to be the cheapest, easiest, quickest, and most painless way out of the situation.

1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation, Business Law, Civil Rights and Environmental for Texas on
Q: I told a friend my credit scores he said he can get us a $2mil loan. What legal actions can I do?

He's in real-estate and said he can get me in as well using my credit scores.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Apr 21, 2021

A Texas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. As a general matter, a court might look at what you lost by relying on your friend's assurance - a loan that it looks like you would not have qualified for anyway. It sounds like your friend might have made a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Federal Crimes for Texas on
Q: Brother charged 115 years in 2014 for string of robberies. No one hurt or killed or anything how can we get time reduced

Did have a weapon robbed 7 fastfood restaurant in june 2014 been in jail since. Deundrae Miller

Kiele Linroth Pace
Kiele Linroth Pace
answered on Apr 19, 2021

Consult an attorney who FOCUSES on parole work and ask about the possibility of both parole and of your brother receiving a commutation of the sentence. Don't just look for a criminal defense attorney that also does a few parole cases on the side... you are looking for a person whose law... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Rights and Libel & Slander for Texas on
Q: Hello I'm in need of a lawyer to help me fight for DEFAMATION , LIBEL, SLANDER. I have 3 cases with proof , evidence,

Because of this false information I was slandered with public my health is not good. My blood pressure hit the roof. My depression isolates me. I have a eating disorder (obesity) My reputation is ruined and my kids are getting questioned in public. My stress is making my hair fall out. My nerves... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Apr 14, 2021

A Texas attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for a week. I'm sorry for your difficult and painful situation. You could consult with defamation attorneys to discuss whether you have any recourse. Keep in mind that these types of cases are not usually handled like car... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Civil Rights, Landlord - Tenant and Small Claims for Texas on
Q: I had my car illegally towed from apartment. What can I do?

Apt did not use contracted towing company as what’s listed in my contract and outside buildings. They will not tell me a reason my car was towed. Who ever took my car did not leave any information on where my car was taken to. They did not register my car as towed, so it has been stolen. I made a... View More

Jonathan Tanaka
Jonathan Tanaka
answered on Apr 9, 2021

Hello, thanks for your question!

Sorry to hear about that! In regards to the fees that you are being charged, on the invoices you are receiving, there should be a phone or email address that you can reach out to figure out what's going on.

I'm a little confused - how do...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Texas on
Q: Can I take this case back to trial?

There was no sirens, no lights, and no camera, how could I be charged with evading arrest. The officer was a hundred yards away. He couldn't hear us, how could we hear him?

Kiele Linroth Pace
Kiele Linroth Pace
answered on Apr 5, 2021

What do you mean "back" to trial? If you already had a trial then the only way you'll have another if you first do an appeal... and only then if the court of appeals reads what happened in the case and decides it was so messed up that the errors can't be fixed and the only... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce and Civil Rights for Texas on
Q: Got divorced in 2019,gave ex. special warranty deed to transfer land into his name, he has not done that.

he has not paid the taxes on the land and it is still 100% in my name as owner, Is there a limitation on getting it transferred, do I get to keep the land if I pay the taxes, to use as collateral or sale.

Teri A. Walter
Teri A. Walter
answered on Apr 2, 2021

Presumably the divorce decree awarded the property to him, and then by signing the Special Warranty Deed you have confirmed that grant to him. Therefore, the property no longer in your name, no matter who the tax bills are going to.

If you want it back, you could buy it back a the tax...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Texas on
Q: Is flag burning in public legal? Can I legally be arrested for burning my own flag in public?

Can I burn any flag or are there certain types I'm not allowed to burn

Kiele Linroth Pace
Kiele Linroth Pace
answered on Mar 31, 2021

The law is still on the books so you could be arrested, taken to jail, spend money bailing yourself out, and spend money on a criminal defense attorney who will eventually get you out of trouble based on the famous case of Texas v. Johnson, 491 U.S. 397 (1989).

In other words, you could...
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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Gaming for Texas on
Q: Candy crush

I was playing words with Friends and an ad popped up for Candy crush and it was constant screaming! I am deaf in one ear and when I hear loud sharp noises it makes my ears ring and hurts really bad. I couldn't mute it or x out of it it gave me severe anxiety at 6:00 in the morning, I filed a... View More

Teri A. Walter
Teri A. Walter
answered on Mar 23, 2021

My best suggestions would be: 1) Stop playing apps that have annoying adds, or 2) pay for the app so you don't have to see the ad.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Texas on
Q: How do I a honest, working man, patriotic, Christian law abiding citizen find the right honest attorney to represent me?

The McLennan County courts, police, law enforcement and jail Authorities committed libel, slander, and fraud against me to create an illusion I'm guilty while knowing I'm innocent of any charges and generally violated my God given/USA constitutional rights. I want to challenge them in... View More

Kiele Linroth Pace
Kiele Linroth Pace
answered on Mar 14, 2021

Search the internet for an attorney who takes federal civil rights cases. There could potentially also be torts that could be filed in state court, but some require a not-guilty or complete dismissal of criminal charges. It is my understanding that these are hard cases because the government... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Libel & Slander for Texas on
Q: What is the best way for a layman to find the right attorney for his or her individual objectives and needs
Kiele Linroth Pace
Kiele Linroth Pace
answered on Mar 14, 2021

One way is to ask the attorney you know for a referral... even if the person you know is the "wrong" type of attorney. For example, if you know an attorney that handles issues in Family Law, that person might be able to give you a referral to a good attorney who practices in an area like... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Collections for Texas on
Q: How can I get my money back from a lawyer I feel has done nothing since hiring him half a year ago?

I paid $3000 to a lawyer who assured me of good things. My husband even denied a plea bargain with the state because this lawyer said he would and he can get a better one. But now he never answers and the state wants my husband to do even more time now. He now even has warrants that he didn't... View More

Kiele Linroth Pace
Kiele Linroth Pace
answered on Mar 7, 2021

An attorney has an obligation to respond to his or her client, which in this case is your husband. Even if you were the one who originally retained the attorney, it should be your husband who is calling or texting. If you don't get responses in a couple of days then send an email. If you... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Products Liability, Civil Rights and Federal Crimes for Texas on
Q: Envirox H2Orange2 Concentrate 117 Sanitizer virucide cleaner is what we spray our warehouse with against COVID-19.

On the back it says it’s a violation of Federal Law to use this product inconsistent with its labeling. It kills only 4 viruses being Herpes Simplex Virus Type 2, Influenza A2/Japan, HBV, and HIV-1. None of these are Coronavirus/COVID-19 related. Therefore being a violation of Federal Law and... View More

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Mar 6, 2021

No. That's not what use inconsistent with means. Who knows, the company may have consulted an industrial hygienist.

Also, to sue for damages you have to show you actually suffered something--not could have.

If you have a concern you may report it to your state OSHA or US Dept of Labor OSHA

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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Texas on
Q: Someonr threatening as boss of the girl whom im contacted for escorts service. He told he will compliant to police.

But i didnt sent money anyone. I inquired couple of girls based on details provided in adultsearch. He told he already have my address and my family details. I already sent 1500$ to him.

Teri A. Walter
Teri A. Walter
answered on Feb 26, 2021

This sounds like a scam. Stop sending money, and stop communicating with that person.

2 Answers | Asked in Estate Planning, Real Estate Law, Civil Rights and Probate for Texas on
Q: I have been paying a mortgage that's in my mother-in-law s name for 22 years, my common law husband of 27 yrs died.

The family wants me out. What can I do

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answered on Feb 22, 2021

You have essentially been paying rent all of those years. Yes, chances are you are going to have to move out. You should schedule a consultation with an unlawful detainer attorney to see if there are any eviction moratoriums in place that might help you get more time.

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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Civil Rights for Texas on
Q: I hace a funny last name and that caused bullying growing up? Can I register muy son with a variant of my last name?

The variant of the last name i want yo register has only two different letters

Jonathan Tanaka
Jonathan Tanaka
answered on Feb 18, 2021

Hello, thanks for your question! I'm sorry to hear that you were bullied growing up.

I would suggest that you reach out to an attorney in your area and they can help you legally change your son's last name if you feel that is something that would be beneficial. There are...
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2 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights, Criminal Law, Traffic Tickets and Cannabis & Marijuana Law for Texas on
Q: Can police legally unlock and search my glovebox without a warrant

I was recently stopped for an expired registration which if I'm correct right now is not even stoppable offense due to covid-19 and subsequently pulled out and surendered marijuana from my person to the officer he then without saying anything else to be watching his car got gloves one over to... View More

Brian Foley
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Brian Foley
answered on Feb 12, 2021

You're best legal challenge would be the reason for the initial detention. In Texas a police officer has to have reasonable suspicion that a traffic violation has occurred to pull over a vehicle. If the only reason the officer had to pull you over was the expired registration sticker it may... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Landlord - Tenant for Texas on
Q: Can a jury trial take place in an eviction when the rules of civil procedure and evidence don't apply and in a CC ?
Teri A. Walter
Teri A. Walter
answered on Feb 8, 2021

Rules of evidence and procedure will apply in county court for the appeal of an eviction, but jury trials are problematic now. Check with the court to see how your court is handling them.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Texas on
Q: So if my parents want me to go to a counselor, can they have the police come to our house and forcibly drive me there?

I dont want to go with them

Teri A. Walter
Teri A. Walter
answered on Feb 5, 2021

If you are a minor (under 18 years old), then yes, they can do that. You might even find it worthwhile.

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