The police are allowed to lie everywhere except in court. And they can sign contracts that are lies - even notarized contracts.

Possibility of charges being pressed after being caught shoplifting?

Only the government can charge her with a crime. I doubt the police will become involved at this point given the value and the apparent trouble...

What do we do if we were charged more than 1 month's rent for our security deposit for a house rental in RI?

Based on what you related, and if you are in RI, it seems your landlord overcharged you $150 ($2,300 - $2,150 = $150) as a security deposit. It...

Criminal justice- check fraud

Someone with no record ordinarily does not get jail for writing a single rubber check for less than $500. But the fact that the child has a...

I was storing a friend's painting at my house. It got thrown out by mistake when moving. Do I have to pay for it?

Sorry you lost a friend. You do not have to pay him unless he sues you, wins, and gets a judgment against you for the value of the painting. You...

Daughters fikes false harassment charges there was nothing that followed harrassement law judge ordered it need to get rid of it

I am sorry your child is treating you so badly. It sounds like you had a hearing on the merits of the request, the judge listened to you and...

What can I do?

Consider getting the restraining order Chris mentioned. Assume they will deny doing anything wrong and accuse you of harassing them. So start...

Can I fight two accounts in collections that are shared with an old roommate who no longer wishes to dispute them?

Yes you can. I suggest you follow the instructions in the Nolo Press guide to credit reporting and repair. (Link below.)

What do I have to file to go back to court when someone stopped paying on a court ordered small claims settlement?

Unfortunately, the courts do not actively help you collect judgments. If it was a court ordered payment plan, and you can show the landlord...

Do I need a real estate attorney?

Yes, you should hire an attorney. You may also benefit from having a survey done.