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A friend of mine was falsely accused of "flashing" (exposing his genitals) to a co-worker's wife. The co-worker went to their employer and told him about this & that they were going to file charges. 2 weeks later my friend was told they had done so but when he sent in an Open......
"Filed Only"What is the name of your state? WI What does "Filed Only" mean? I got a letter that says it has been filed. And then I go look at CCAP, and the charge says "Filed Only"...
"Felonies & Related Misdemeanors"My 18-year-old daughter was recently caught shoplifting, charged and jailed in Williamson County, TX. I bailed her out. She has had desires to go to school to study a health care profession. The health profession departments in Texas colleges will do a background check that includes a search for......
"Feel Good" lawsIn another thread n2happy brought up a good point regarding "feel good" laws and that's a good topic all by itself. I want to talk about some of the feel good laws. In Texas, starting September 1st one will be charged with a felony on a 2nd dwi offense. The punishment carries the same......
"Failure to keep sidewalk free from garbage"NYC Hello, In september I was drunk in the street and I kicked a garbage can over. The cops saw me and gave me a summons for the Criminal Court, and the offense is: "Failure to keep sidewalk free from garbage - in violation of 16-118(1)" I haven't spoken to a lawyer yet (the summons is......
"Escape" from home detention, electronic monitoring.Need to know if 'escape' is defined in California penal or other code. I have searched but haven't found. Also, need opinion as to applicability of term 'escape' to a home detention situation where the detainee called supervisor before AND after period of absence, but was defaulted anyway and......
"disorderly gathering citation"What is the name of your state?What is the name of your state? Pennsylvania Alright, so the other week, two of my roommates had the idea that, in order to save their fraternity money, they would have a mixer at the house we live at. Now myself and one other roommate are not in a fraternity, but......
"Disorderly Conduct-Engage in Fight" - is This a "Violent" ChargeI recieved a charge for disorderly conduct-engage in fight. Could this possibly grow into an assault charge? Or must it remain the charge of disorderly conduct? Also, is this more serious than a normal disorderly conduct, or is it pretty much the same thing? Thanks!...
"Dine & Dash" from IHOPMy question involves criminal law for the state of: Colorado Hi there - I recently partook in a failed attempt to "dine and dash" from the local iHop. I was with three other people. After eating, we promptly left the restaurant, only to be caught and written up by the police. I now......
"Destroying the One Ring at Mount Doom"(And my apologies to Tolkien, for the extended metaphor to his famous trilogy.) I sincerely hope that it does not offend anyone, who might think that I am being facetious when the subject matter at hand is actually quite terribly grave and serious. Believe me, I know that what I am dealing with......
[Wills & Trusts] What is the name of your state? California My mother passed away in 04/03. Her home had been transfered to her living trust, and I am the successor trustee. there was no probate. The trust designated that 1/4 share go to each of 3 sons, and the remaining 1/4 share be divided equally between 2.........
Medical Discharge (USMC)[Government & Administrative Law] What is the name of your state? FL I am currently in the Marine Corps and have and Admin seperation pedning... i have not heard anything since i submitted my paper work.. I was told that i have asthma and was limited duty for like 4 months. once medical gave me my second letter for admin sep i.........
California: Buying/selling a house with an IRS tax lien[Tax Law] What is the name of your state? California Hi, I was planning on buying a house from a friend that has a tax lien against it, which would come out of the money paid for the house. He's telling me that he's been told that the house can't be sold (not sure if he was told be an accountant, IRS, or.........
Wife is cheating[Government & Administrative Law] What is the name of your state? CALIFORNIA. I just found out my wife is cheating. She does not know that I know. What do I need to do to secure an even divorce without drawn out court battles and also, custody for my daughter? Background info. We were married in California but claim residency.........
Better off single![BANKRUPTCY & CONSUMER CREDIT] ND I read the postings for about 5 hours and didn't find anything that particularly answered my questions so please be patient if you think that these are common questions. My husband of 6 months had gotten into a lot of trouble in his younger years w/ money (wrote bad checks, wrote company.........
Judgements?[BANKRUPTCY & CONSUMER CREDIT] What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Nevada I had a credit card with a $300.00 limit over 5 years ago and when my new baby cost $80,000.00 to be born some things just had to be let go! The other day I received a call that said they were turning everything over to the county sherriffs.........
Bad Tow of my vehicle?[Traffic Law] Sorry Double Post......
In my email today[Additional Legal Subjects] On Wed, 20 Oct 2004 13:40:08 -0400, buckeye-ELO@nospam.net wrote: From: "Trisha [deleted]To: <jalisonSubject: Separation of Church and StateDate: Wed, 20 Oct 2004 07:57:12 -0400Hi! I'm a devout Catholic and thereby Christian. I just wanted to saythat it infuriates me that my church wants.........
Why can't I see all the forms that I know I can file via this web site? Hawaii[Tax Law] The web site has been designed to show you a customized menu of only those forms you are eligible to file at the date and time that you have entered the site. If you do not see a form listed, it is either past the due date for that form or you have not registered your GEID number as part of your.........
I-765: More evidence requested by BCIS[Immigration Law] Hello: I am on an L-2 visa and applied for an EAD on 7/25/03. Yesterday my online status showed that a "request for more evidence" has been mailed to me. I have had a job offer for a few weeks now and have been waiting for the EAD to get employed. Once I send back to the BCIS the.........
South Carolina My friend was arrested supposedly for "disorderly conduct" and spent the night in jail. I realize disorderly conduct has a broad interpretation but as I and another friend witnessed, he did not fall into any of the categories. It was a late night trip to an after hours......
Texas-Husband in jail 2 months on a felony charge. Court appointed "defense attorney" is sitting on his butt, he is treating us like he's the prosecutor. Has not even talked to him, does not know the facts of the case. He is arrogant, intolerant, inpatient, treats us in a......
here's an update on my previous post, I was charged with shoplifting and consipiracy to larceny, i just got my disposition letter which said both two counts were dismissed,but when in court, the prosecutor asked if there was probable casue for arrest, my attorney asked me to say yes,now on my......
What is the name of your state? CA Individual is arrested at same time as girlfriend for possession/intent to sell of marijuana. Individual is currently on 3 year probation for previous drug possession/sales/resisting officer charges. Charges are not filed for this, due to not getting indivual......
What is the name of your state? CA What is the purpose, who conducts and what are they allowed to ask in a telephone "CRN" interview" from an out of state DUI?...
What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Pennsylvania Went to look at a vacant house for sale today. Bottom door was loose on frame, bumped it open with my knee, looked in house. Neighbor started screaming about calling 911 and went into her house. I got in my truck and called 911 as......
Does anyone know when the "compelling government interest" argument was first used to override Constitutional rights here in the U.S.?-- Yours In Liberty, Melissa - Colorado, U.S.A. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=3573997517 I'm interested in buying an SKS for......
My question involves search and seizure law in the State of: ca. exactly where can authorities search when a parolee resides with persons that are not felons or on any form of probation? can they enter & search a private bedroom that the parolee has no access to? exactly what determines......
My question involves police conduct in the State of: Texas I was pulled over May 18, 2009, for an alleged speeding violation outside of Lubbock. When the State Trooper presented me with the ticket, he asked that I sign it. I stated I would not sign it. When I tried to exercise my right to not......
My question involves police conduct in the State of: CA I have seen that term used when I was researching my DUI. From my understanding it meant the illegal practice of staking out bars and restaurants from about 10:00am to "closing time", pulling cars over on some pretext as patrons......