Can a cop use footage on his camera to prove I was not wearing my seatbelt?

Yes, if the video shows that you are not wearing your seatbelt.

Do I have some sort of a "civil rights claim" (continued, see other post)?

This level of analysis is not able to be properly analyzed in a Q&A forum. I would recommend discussing this situation with your attorney.

What can I do about a recording of a personal conversation that someone took without telling me?

Minnesota is a one party consent state. As long as at least one party involved in the conversation is aware that it's being recorded, the recording...

I don't believe that you would have a case, but you may want to reach out to some personal injury attorneys or medical malpractice attorneys with...

Help charged with petty misdemeanor theft, but wasn't really trying to steal, what do I need to do?

This is not a petty misdemeanor. This is a misdemeanor, which is a criminal offense. You need to consult with a criminal defense attorney and...

How should I prepare myself for being charged as petty misdemeanor for the first time?

The first thing to be aware of is that Minnesota does not have petty misdemeanor theft. If you are charged with theft, it is a misdemeanor...

Can i talk to a prosecutor on a arraigment ?

You can talk to the prosecutor, but given what you have said here, you are admitting to breaking the law and violating the no contact order. The...

1995 crime as 16 yr old juvenile - keeping me from firearms rights

As usual, Mr. Edmonds is correct. Although an expungement would probably be beneficial for you in many areas of life, it will not restore your...

Can you be arrested for old Pay Day loans?

There's a reasonable chance that they don't have a valid claim for your money. I would recommend reaching out to an attorney and have them look at...

Will I get charged?

Your question is somewhat unclear, if you quit shoplifting and they don't have evidence of your shoplifting so far you will not be charged. If they...