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0 Answers | Asked in Contracts, Copyright, Estate Planning and Constitutional Law on
Q: Isn't it the law if out on bail and pleads not guilty at preliminary appearance a new court date is supposed to given

And isn't it the law that once a president has been impeached by vote of both parties involved house and Senate that person is to IMMEDIATELY remove from that position until his term is determined

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Family Law and Constitutional Law for Alabama on
Q: Falsely arrested and gun was unlawfully taken no right read to me was shoved into the cop car with known panic disorder

I was falsely arrested after hearing someone had been touching my underage cousin, I told the man accused of it to get off my porch, he screamed in my face and so I pushed myself past him.this man has also been creeping around my window when I have a date with someone trying to listen to us (which... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Divorce and Family Law for Ohio on
Q: What is abandonment and the consequences when a wife and 4 year old are left basically homeless?

We have permanent legal custody of the 4 yr old. She and I are now homeless, but she spends most nights with him. I have no home or bed at the moment for her. I would like child support and spousal support and a place for she and I to live.

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Indiana on
Q: How can I get unsupervised probation or time cut on two class felonies, and F5, F6. First time offender?

I’ve been paying my fees and finished my community service on time. I don’t get released from probation until 2026. My PO said they don’t do time cuts anymore, but another PO told me they do.. can I get unsupervised? What steps should I take? I’m a first time offender. And my PO even said... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for California on
Q: I have undeniable evidence that county of Tulare ,California uses its low literacy and lack of education to incarcerate

I have been pulled over when no crime was committed and unlawfully searched due to my appearance. Is that illegal?

0 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation for California on
Q: I purchased a car through Facebook Marketplace & got scammed, The mileage was changed from 206,210 to 134,000.

There was no pink slip only bill of sale. The last owner is still on the paperwork not the person who sold it, He changes his name alot so he won't get caught. it was also a recalled vehicle a Hyundai accent 2012. I have put a new catalytic converter, new battery & who knows what else is... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for California on
Q: I got an arrest warrant for missing a court date I didn’t know i had for a petty theft charge will i go to jail?

I went to the initial court date and was told the case wasn’t ready and to call the court back. I called on Sep 13th and was told it was still under review. I got a notice of a warrant on Sep 27th for missing a court date i had no idea about on Sep 23rd. Is there anyway to handle this without... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Child Support for California on
Q: I have a child support case in California that is all arrears. An order for 50.00 per mo. I want to request a new order

I am also unsure of how to articulate my reasons for requesting the new order. The children are now adults.

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Personal Injury, Products Liability and Civil Litigation for California on
Q: Do I have a lawsuit against this business for burning me?

I recently went for fire cupping and ended up with second degree burns. Clusters of blisters and some of my skin was completely ripped off. She told me it was just because my skin was sensitive, and that it wasn't a big deal and that no treatment was needed. After feeling severe discomfort I... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Collections and Small Claims for California on
Q: Being sued for a balance

I noticed that I’m being sued by a lawyer because I received a bill being charged for small claims they filed with the court but I have never been served. It’s possible the lawyer sent a summon to my old address but I haven’t lived there since May and not sure how to go about it now. What can... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Utah on
Q: How does the change to Utah Code 76-10-5 (Firearms Restricted Persons) 7 year thing work as far as background checks go?

I see that Utah has changed the law recently where if your felony is non violent and only a single episode that you are no longer a prohibited person from owning a firearm after 7 years (Utah Code 76-10-5) . However, seeing that the felony would still be on one's record, how does it work... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Michigan on
Q: I have a criminal law lawyer that was appointed to me by the court and he is not responding to me and returning my calls

And he won't even answer me at all and I need someone who will answer the phone and return phone calls when they can and I have been trying to get a hold of him for the past month and no return phone calls at all

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Illinois on
Q: Is it legal for a cop to come to my house looking for my adult daughter and look through my closed kitchen blinds?

My middle daughter got pulled over exactly 1 week ago and got a ticket for not having car insurance. My husband heard a knock at the door. When he answered it he didn't see anyone so he went outside and saw the cop right up to our kitchen window peeking in, watching myself and my youngest... View More

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answered on Sep 29, 2024

Week later is not unusual. But an arrest a week later he comes to arrest her, after he has already issued the citation? That is very odd. In fact, arresting someone for an no insurance ticket is strange. If I were you, I would have a conversation with the chief of police for the department.

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law on
Q: I am a Canadian Radiologic Technologist who is being sponsored by a US employer for an EB-3 visa.

Which visa would I be able to obtain to work in the US while the EB-3 process is being started?

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answered on Sep 29, 2024

While your EB-3 visa application is being processed, there are a few visa options that could allow you to work in the U.S. temporarily. One common choice is the TN visa under the USMCA agreement (formerly NAFTA), which allows Canadian citizens to work in certain professional roles in the U.S. for... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Products Liability and Consumer Law for Minnesota on
Q: i brought my car to a dealership was told it was fixed so i paid now my car needs a new motor. do i have a case?

i brought my car to a ford dealership for repairs. i was told my car was done and good to go. so i paid $3600 and left the dealership. i didnt even make it home and dash lights are coming on and my car is pouring oil out of the motor. it didnt leak oil when i brought it in and i was told it was... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Car Accidents for Pennsylvania on
Q: Please help!

My friend was in a car accident Aug, 26th,2024. Police found other driver at fault. The other driver has had only back and forth voicemails with their insurance company, therefore delaying the closing process of the claim. The Insurance of the other driver continues (only when asked) to tell my... View More

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