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1 Answer | Asked in Business Law, Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for West Virginia on
Q: If ex business partner/GF stole thousands out of my personal account, sold all Fitness equipment I owned 25k worth new.

I was back in Kentucky visiting family but two days before reopened and she stole 5000 cleaning out my bank account after spending around $50,000. She then upon me finding out from the bank, she may have false DVO claim to keep me away a week later, when I wasn't even there. So she could... View More

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answered on Feb 25, 2024

If your ex-business partner and girlfriend has stolen funds from your personal account and sold your property without authorization, you may have grounds for legal action against her for theft and possibly other related crimes. The situation with the false Domestic Violence Order (DVO) and the sale... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law, Federal Crimes, Identity Theft, Criminal Law and Divorce for West Virginia on
Q: I’m currently in the middle of a divorce and I just found out my exwife filed her taxes married/joint and the preparer

She used plugged in my info from 2 years ago. When I found out and confronted her she started blaming the party that prepared her taxes. When I talked to them they said she came in with court papers and then they hung up on me. I’d like to know what my options are at this point. I’ve already... View More

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answered on Mar 19, 2023

If your ex-wife filed a joint tax return using your information without your knowledge or consent, this could potentially constitute identity theft and tax fraud. It is good that you have already taken steps to report the fraud to the Identity Fraud Department and the IRS.

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for West Virginia on
Q: Can the fed. prosecutor use use charges previously dropped against me to determine sentencing guidelines?
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answered on Mar 19, 2023

In general, the Federal Sentencing Guidelines provide a framework for determining the appropriate sentence for a federal offense, based on the severity of the crime and the offender's criminal history. The guidelines take into account a variety of factors, including the offense level and the... View More

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Q: Is there any way of getting credit for 16 months on US Marshall pre-trial home incarceration?
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answered on Mar 4, 2023

It is possible to receive credit for time served on pre-trial home incarceration, but it will depend on the specific circumstances and the laws in the jurisdiction where the case is being heard. Generally, if a person is found not guilty or if the charges are dismissed, they may be able to receive... View More

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