John Maurice Holcomb's Answers (469)

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LPN falsely accused of abuse! PLEASE HELP

John's answer | Answered on February 11, 2013

1. Unless you are indigent (unable to pay for a lawyer), you need to hire a criminal defense lawyer IMMEDIATELY. In the meantime, say NOTHING to...

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If i was falsly accused of domestic violence and i took it to trial and was found not guilty, can i use it in my advantage?

John's answer | Answered on February 10, 2013

A not guilty finding in a criminal case is not binding on the court in a subsequent divorce case. She can still accuse you of beating her, and you...

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I have a drug abuse on my record can i own a gun in ohio

John's answer | Answered on February 10, 2013

If it was a misdemeanor, you're fine, as long as you can honestly state on the application that you are not an addict or alcoholic. If it was a...

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I have a federal drug charge is there any way that i can get it expunged

John's answer | Answered on February 10, 2013

No expungements in the Federal system. Your only recourse is to seek a Presidential pardon.

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My girlfriends ex boyfriend is a sheriff deputy in Ohio. He is harassing and stalking her daily. How does she get it to stop?

John's answer | Answered on February 10, 2013

Apply for a civil protection order, call the deputy's supervisor, or both.

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Can I be an Occupational Therapist with a sexual related misdemeanor on my record that has been dismissed in court and expunged?

John's answer | Answered on February 10, 2013

I don't know about D.C., but you should be O.K. to get an Ohio license. If you look at the application form, there is no requirement to disclose...

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Do I need a lawyer?

John's answer | Answered on February 09, 2013

I suppose it depends on what the definition of "need" is. If you want to go to court and plead no contest, the court will be happy to find you...

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I have an elderly relitive who can no longer live alone and has a home she can no longer afford. What are her options?

John's answer | Answered on February 09, 2013

Hard to answer this from the information given. A nursing home is the obvious answer, but may not be the only option. Perhaps she could live with...

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My Fed background check is clean, but I had an ex wife file a DV charge which was dismissed, but has surfaced

John's answer | Answered on February 09, 2013

It's going to show up as an arrest (not a conviction) unless the court orders it sealed. There is a procedure for having records of dismissed...

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What is and Where is located Columbus, Ohio Federal Court? Is it same as Common Pleas or same as Supreme Court?

John's answer | Answered on February 09, 2013

The Federal Courthouse in Columbus is located at 85 Marconi Blvd. I'm linking to a page with directions.

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