Federal habeas corpus

There is no rule on how long a judge has to decide a petition under 28 USC 2255. I have had cases where it took well over a year. Trouble is, the...

What do I do about someone who recorded without my knowledge engaging in sexual acts with him and has the video on his phone?

The police would take such information very seriously. In addition to the crime of video recording someone without their permission, it would...

Does the Sentence reform act benefit white collar crimes in any way?

There are no statutory mandatory minimums for white collar crimes. Mandatory minimums apply principally to drug cases and firearm cases. Crimes...

How does one arrange for the Civil Circuit Court to transfer a case, with four major Federal issues, to the Federal Court?

In order to "remove" a state court case to federal court there must be "federal jurisdiction." Federal jurisdiction can either be "jurisdiction...

Asking for Summary Judgment in part and rest for jury trial? Is it possible or allowed so that plaintiff can gain advantage?

Yes, you can seek partial summary judgment on any matters where it can be shown that there are no material facts in dispute. Issues where there are...

Is there a way to find out with certainty whether any charges have been pressed against me in NY before traveling to the US?

Yes, you can go online and if you present proper ID, you can do a criminal records check on yourself. Go to...

Can I still file a federal civil rights suit if 4 years have passed?

It doesn't sound like you have a viable cause of action for a civil rights (1983) action. I doubt any lawyer would take that case.

Am I allowed to video/ audio record a police officer when he stops me?

As other counsel have correctly explained, Courts have ruled that you have a first amendment right to video police officers so long as you are not...

Arrest

How could your son have been arrested on 10-29-2015 for anything - that day has not yet occured?

It is possible, but not an easy thing to do. The mere fact that you changed your mind will not suffice. You would need to put forward some sound...