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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Employment Law, Business Formation and White Collar Crime for Tennessee on
Q: I am founder of a new nonprofit in TN. I have felony from 2013 (UE).repaid all monies, no other criminal record.

Can I be an officer/manger on my board if I have felon from another state? I had an over payment for unemployment of 11,033.38 (including a $5,000 fine) ALL of which I REPAID in full. the nonprofit that I am starting is a community building project teaching beginning farmers from low income and... Read more »

Anthony M. Avery
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Anthony M. Avery
answered on May 23, 2023

I am not aware of any disability from running a TN non-profit entity. If you already formed it, then apparently the TN Secretary of State has no problem. Since it is from another State, noone here may know about it at this time, and who would want to remove you anyway? You might look into... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law, Identity Theft, Social Security and White Collar Crime for Texas on
Q: Can an individual be compensated for use of their info?

If an organization takes an individuals credentials to create an entity that generates revenue and income, is that individual entitled to some type of compensation?

James L. Arrasmith
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answered on May 2, 2023

It depends on the specific circumstances and the laws of the jurisdiction in which the individual resides. In some cases, individuals may have legal rights to compensation for the use of their personal information, particularly if the organization is using the information for commercial purposes... Read more »

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Small Claims and White Collar Crime for California on
Q: Could I meet someone on OfferUp and they could just steal my item that was for sale because they said it was theirs?

I found a bike without a wheel near a store it looked abandoned so I took it and tried to sell it on offer up. Then I make a deal and meeting place and they show up 3 deep and steal the bike without paying me for it. They knew where I got it from but they could have just seen it and left it right?

James L. Arrasmith
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answered on Apr 19, 2023

Unfortunately, it is possible for someone to steal your item during an OfferUp transaction if they claim that the item is theirs and take it without paying. This is known as theft by false pretenses or fraud, and it is a criminal offense.

To minimize the risk of theft or fraud during an...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and White Collar Crime for Oklahoma on
Q: They're talking about re-arresting me when the lab results come back on the same charges I already bonded out on, legal?

I was pulled over and charged with possession. I had a tiny bag of meth and a "mixed" bag of coke and meth, at least that's what i was told it was. I was never 100% sure what it was mixed with and still don't, but If it's fentinol it'll be a little over 1 gram. I was... Read more »

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answered on Apr 6, 2023

Each county handles these matters a little differently, but the best thing you can do is monitor OSCN/ODCR to see if a case ends up being filed and stay in touch with your bondsman. If charges do get filed, your bondsman can likely repost the bond and set you up with a new arraignment date (and... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in White Collar Crime, Estate Planning, Family Law and Elder Law for California on
Q: How can I communicate intent to file criminal complaints without crossing the line into blackmail?

How can I communicate intent to file criminal complaints without crossing the line into blackmail? My sister is attempting to cut me out of the inheritance from my mother (there's no will), for which I have hired a civil attorney to sue her. However, my sister has also committed several... Read more »

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answered on Apr 1, 2023

Under California law, blackmail is a criminal offense that involves threatening to reveal information about someone in order to obtain money, property, or some other benefit. To avoid crossing the line into blackmail when communicating your intent to file criminal complaints, it is important to... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in White Collar Crime and Criminal Law for Nebraska on
Q: I have a consoling merchandise charge that I didn't qualify for diversion for that has turned into a warrant. Below $100

I also have a shoplifting & trespassing charge below $50. I believe I had nervous break down. What can I do to change these to anything not associated with theft so that I can secure employment

Julie Fowler
Julie Fowler
answered on Mar 28, 2023

You would need to retain a criminal defense attorney or public defender to assist you. You may be able to have your charges reduced or dismissed. It may make sense to take the case to trial and have the prosecutor prove their case or the charges dismissed. Alternatively, if it doesn't make... Read more »

Q: Can I legally run a business where I provide business consultation to established or aspiring criminals?

I have a particular skill at knowing how to effectively commit a crime, whatever that crime may be. As a result, I'm very good at providing advice to people looking to also commit a crime. I'd love to be as legitimate a business man as possible, but is that even a possibility given my... Read more »

Stanislav Kshevitskii
Stanislav Kshevitskii
answered on Feb 15, 2023

According to the theory of criminal law, knowing about an impending crime and not reporting it is in itself a criminally punishable act. This is called covering up a crime. An additional element of the crime in your case may be the planning and preparation for the commission of a crime.... Read more »

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and White Collar Crime for Kentucky on
Q: Police raid my house without a warrant they kicked in the front door. Then asked if they could do a weapons sweep.

I said they could do a weapons sweep. I guess they took that as they could do whatever. They found a notebook and they are charging me with identity theft. This happened in 2018. They are just now charging me. Can they do that without a warrant. They have no body cam or anything

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Leland Hulbert
answered on Feb 13, 2023

They can charge you with a felony anytime there is no statute of limitations. As far as the warrant issue, they would have to have a lawfully signed warren that they presented to you at the time. It sounds like there are definitely some legal issues with your case. You need to hire an experienced... Read more »

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and White Collar Crime for Texas on
Q: If your lawyer at lies about receiving documents is that considered obstruction of justice
John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Dec 2, 2022

The answer to this question depends upon the particular facts and circumstances. Attorneys have some degree of immunity, but deliberately lying to law enforcement during the course of a criminal investigation could theoretically, under the right circumstances, constitute obstruction of Justice.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Identity Theft, Sexual Harassment and White Collar Crime for California on
Q: can i be convicted if i was basically bullied into it with no choice for fear of my saftey?

my roomates pimp made a scam in which i was told i had to cash these checks, they we or else and then they made threats, they took the $$ affter cashed. i am in court facing time right now. the couple was doing this toher people as well.

Dale S. Gribow
Dale S. Gribow
answered on Nov 20, 2022

i strongly suggest you either retain an attorney or ask the court to appoint the public defender at your first appearance.

a good criminal lawyer will evaluate what evidence they have against you...............

however, If someone tells you to murder your next door neighbor, that...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, DUI / DWI and White Collar Crime for Indiana on
Q: Can anyone help me ?? 2 lawyers have withdrew for bigger permenent jobbs which i guess i undwrstand I need lawyer &advic

owi, i have epilepsy. went long enough to get my licence, it had been years since one, my doc lowered it by 200mg and i felt it coming on so i pulled over parked at a bussiness. its complicated, my doc and my polypharmacist have both stepped in but after 1st lawyer left the 5 days ago now 2nd... Read more »

Joel D. Hand
Joel D. Hand
answered on Nov 17, 2022

It sounds as though there is at least a possibility that you may have a defense to one or more of charges that you could be facing but there is not sufficient information in your post to know for certain. I strongly recommend that you reach out to an experienced OVWI/criminal defense attorney who... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Domestic Violence, Federal Crimes and White Collar Crime for Texas on
Q: How can I get a transcript of court proceedings in 1991 in Bell County Tx.? Also a copy of conviction in it's entirety i
Stephen A. Nicholas
Stephen A. Nicholas
answered on Sep 25, 2022

To obtain a transcript, contact the court reporter if the court in which the case was heard. That would be the starting point for the transcript. 31 years is a long time to retain a transcript, depending on the type of case & what happened in the case (appeals, etc.). A copy of the conviction,... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Antitrust, Appeals / Appellate Law and White Collar Crime for Tennessee on
Q: my lawyer was impersonating as a lawyer and got caught stealing money from clients.i was convicted of a crime under him.

what should i do?

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answered on Aug 11, 2022

Its hard to answer this without lots more detail, but you need to talk to a good lawyer right away.

This absolutely casts serious doubt on your conviction and it may be that you are entitled to a new trial. You need a real lawyer now, do not wait. If you can't afford a lawyer write or...
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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Elder Law, Probate and White Collar Crime for California on
Q: My mother is 93 and suffers from dementia.i'm 75 and six (6) years ago I completed a 30 plus year prison sentence.

I'm the oldest sibling, and I have three (3) brothers and one (1) sister. Approximately 10 years ago my Mother gave my sister what I believe is a limited power of attorney to manage her property and assets. I was born in Dayton, Ohio. A few years after authorizing the above-noted power of... Read more »

Nina Whitehurst
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Nina Whitehurst
answered on Aug 7, 2022

A fiduciary litigation attorney can help you attempt to get someone else appointed as conservator for your mother, and the conservator can sue your sister to get stolen money and assets back.

1 Answer | Asked in White Collar Crime for Louisiana on
Q: Questions regarding multiple defendants and whether to file in State District Court or Federal Court

There are multiple defendants to be named in a suit surrounding a single transaction. Each of the defendants has a different role in the events (i.e. intentional delays; fraudulent non-disclosure/concealment, breaches of fiduciary duties, breaches of contract, etc.) that took place to accomplish... Read more »

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Aug 2, 2022

I would not recommend that you try to handle this matter yourself----it sounds complicated and as such, you should have an attorney represent you. Please use the Justia Find a Lawyer tab and search for litigation lawyers in your area to consult and then hire the one with whom you are most... Read more »

3 Answers | Asked in Employment Law, Criminal Law, Banking and White Collar Crime for Texas on
Q: Don’t work for a company and that “company” sends you funds (cash app) can you keep it?

I’m being threatened by a make believe company that they will report me for stealing company funds. I do not legally work for them and they sent me funds over cash app. Since it was sent from cash app is it legally mine? They wanted me to be a money mule for them and convert it to Bitcoin for... Read more »

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answered on Jun 17, 2022

This case is full of lots of legal issues. If the amount is over $300.00 that triggers many more issues. If someone sends you money by PURE mistake. You should send it back. If $ is sent with an expectation of participation in a scam, I would stop in my tracks and do nothing else until I had to.... Read more »

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3 Answers | Asked in Employment Law, Criminal Law, Banking and White Collar Crime for Texas on
Q: Don’t work for a company and that “company” sends you funds (cash app) can you keep it?

I’m being threatened by a make believe company that they will report me for stealing company funds. I do not legally work for them and they sent me funds over cash app. Since it was sent from cash app is it legally mine? They wanted me to be a money mule for them and convert it to Bitcoin for... Read more »

Elaine Jarvis
Elaine Jarvis
answered on Jun 17, 2022

Absolutely do not give this company any of your personal information. They are trying to phish you or obtain your personal details. There is a way on the cash app., I believe, to return the money, decline to accept it or report it as fraudulent. I would explore those avenues. The cash is not... Read more »

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3 Answers | Asked in Employment Law, Criminal Law, Banking and White Collar Crime for Texas on
Q: Don’t work for a company and that “company” sends you funds (cash app) can you keep it?

I’m being threatened by a make believe company that they will report me for stealing company funds. I do not legally work for them and they sent me funds over cash app. Since it was sent from cash app is it legally mine? They wanted me to be a money mule for them and convert it to Bitcoin for... Read more »

Elaine Jarvis
Elaine Jarvis
answered on Jun 17, 2022

Absolutely do not give this company any of your personal information. They are trying to phish you or obtain your personal details. There is a way on the cash app., I believe, to return the money, decline to accept it or report it as fraudulent. I would explore those avenues. The cash is not... Read more »

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1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law, Constitutional Law and White Collar Crime for Texas on
Q: I had a house mortgaged into my mom for half the value. My sister became my mom's power 9f attorney as well as a realtor

She managed to take my house and put it in her name. How can I sue her for the value of my home now? I don't have any money for an attorney. I believe 8t shows my house 8s valued at 316,000.00 now

John Cucci Jr.
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answered on Apr 24, 2023

If your sister is a Real Estate agent or broker and you believe she has committed fraud and took your interests you can file a complaint with the TX Real Estate Commission.

Good Luck!

1 Answer | Asked in White Collar Crime for Tennessee on
Q: a friend of my girlfriend has a daughter caught by the district attorney and judge forging letter as a Dr. for capious'

said female failure to appear to court used Forged Dr letter today and judge had district attorney confirm letter as real but it was fake.

Anthony M. Avery
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Anthony M. Avery
answered on Apr 19, 2023

Forgery is a Felony. This is a public forum. She needs to hire an attorney, and talk to him.

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