Are text messages from a texting app held up in court?

The text messages would have to be authenticated, but if they are - they are good evidence

I left naked photos of myself on someone's computer and now they are trying to blackmail me

Preserve the evidence of the extortive threats and go to either the state prosecutor's office - or perhaps even better - call the FBI - what they...

If I'm 18 and a friend picks me up, yet I consent to getting in the car with that person, is that kidnapping and/or abduction?

No - you have not been abducted - you voluntarily accompanied the other person - kidnapping is a very serious matter - the police of FBI would be...

If I've filed a civil rights complaint in Federal court, and we ask that it be dismissed without prejudice, can I refile it in?

Yes, if it is dismissed without prejudice you could refile in the same district court.

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Do I have a strong legal basis for filing a Civil Conspiracy suit?

While these type of events are common to divorce proceedings - they are not the stuff that civil fraud conspiracy law suits are made of. I would be...

What kind of attorney(s) should I consult if my divorce includes tax fraud & mortgage fraud on top of financial and emo abuse?

You need to hire a skilled divorce lawyer - you would be surprised how frequently these types of issues come up in divorces, an experienced divorce...

What should one do when they experience police misconduct?

Contact a civil rights lawyer and report the policeman to his internal affairs division. If that does not work, go to the local newspaper with the...

This woman films me without my consent and refuses to stop. She does so when i am not looking. Can i request a restraining order

Unless she is filming you in a place where you have an expectation of privacy - such as a bathroom or bedroom - it is not a violation of NY state...

This question has been asked many times - yes if you are present you can record the meeting - if you are not present and no one else gives their...

Yes they are admissible. What do you mean that she sent messages to your ex-wife that she believed were "private?" She knew who they were going to -