Questions answered by James Regan

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Is harassment the correct charge or should it be assault? I thought unwanted touching is assault.

James's answer | Answered on December 19, 2012

Here is the local prosecutor's information. Call and ask for the victim advocate and let them know how you feel: Hon. Anthony J....

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I am the victim of an assault and battery misdemeanor. I want to know if I can get civil damages. I filed a protective order.

James's answer | Answered on December 18, 2012

From: Virginia Criminal Injuries Compensation Fund: http://www.cicf.state.va.us The CICF staff is committed to getting crime victim compensation...

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My husband is suing me for $100.000.00 for bodily harm there is no evidence that I was there what can i do?

James's answer | Answered on December 18, 2012

There is no confidentiality online. If you cannot find a local attorney on Avvo, a good place to look is the website for the National Association...

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Have my friends rights been violated?

James's answer | Answered on December 18, 2012

More facts are needed. Was a confession given during that time? Was someone else accused of the crime afterwards? There is no confidentiality...

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What can happen if i throw someone to the ground and held her there

James's answer | Answered on December 18, 2012

There is no confidentiality online. You are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond reasonable doubt. If you cannot find a local attorney on...

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In a misdemeanor battery or domestic violence charge, is a statement from a police officer, and 10 year old, enough to convict?

James's answer | Answered on December 18, 2012

Yes. There is no confidentiality online. You are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond reasonable doubt. If you cannot find a local attorney...

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Agg Robbery - Deadly Wpn (F) & Evading Arrezt / Detention W / Vehicle (F)

James's answer | Answered on December 18, 2012

Words alone are enough to convict. There is no confidentiality online. The accused is presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond reasonable...

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How can i go about getting a sentence or tpm reduced for my boyfriend who has served 4 years out of 10 for aggravated assualt

James's answer | Answered on December 18, 2012

There is no confidentiality online. If you cannot find a local attorney on Avvo, a good place to look is the website for the National Association...

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Can someone be banned from owning guns for being involved in a fist fight?

James's answer | Answered on December 18, 2012

Possibly. There is no confidentiality online. If charged with a crime, the accused is presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond reasonable...

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After inquiring on Ask A Lawyer about problems w/in a relationship I have been physically assaulted; police know, what do I do?

James's answer | Answered on December 18, 2012

In an emergency, dial 911. Otherwise speak to your attorney.

James Regan's Answers (4758)

Is harassment the correct charge or should it be assault? I thought unwanted touching is assault.

I am the victim of an assault and battery misdemeanor. I want to know if I can get civil damages. I filed a protective order.

My husband is suing me for $100.000.00 for bodily harm there is no evidence that I was there what can i do?

Have my friends rights been violated?

What can happen if i throw someone to the ground and held her there

In a misdemeanor battery or domestic violence charge, is a statement from a police officer, and 10 year old, enough to convict?

Agg Robbery - Deadly Wpn (F) & Evading Arrezt / Detention W / Vehicle (F)

How can i go about getting a sentence or tpm reduced for my boyfriend who has served 4 years out of 10 for aggravated assualt

Can someone be banned from owning guns for being involved in a fist fight?

After inquiring on Ask A Lawyer about problems w/in a relationship I have been physically assaulted; police know, what do I do?