Can I file a civil lawsuit on the hospital for emailing my medical records to the wrong email address and I didn't sign anything

You may have a claim for the loss of privacy caused by releasing your medical records to the wrong person. That would depend on whether they sent...

An authority lodges a detainer against someone when that authority wants the person when the jurisdiction that has him is done with him. The...

I have two questions.What is the RICO act?How can I get a transcript of a deputy's investigative questions recorded in the field

RICO is Racketeering Influence Corrupt Organizations. It was originally used to combat Mafia-influenced organizations, but now is used to prosecute...

Federal Sentence reduction pursuant 18 USC 3582 (c) (2)? What good will it do me if my release date has already passed?

It will do you no good. You received a mass mailing to everyone who might benefit. They did not know your release date at the time. It will have no...

Can a convicted felon of a federal crime that is non violent become a licensed attorney?

It will depend on what the circumstances were and how long has passed since the crime was committed. It will be hard but ultimately it will be up...

If someone was convicted of a drug charge and was sent to prison, can feds still pick up case after he's done his time?

Yes, the feds can pick up the same case that he is doing state time for. Typically, the feds will charge a bigger conspiracy of which the state...

You are claiming that you are not guilty. That is not a basis to get your indictment dismissed. It will be up to the jury to determine what the...

Old law prisoner sentenced under new sentencing law

Depending on his background and the nature of his case, he may be eligible for clemency. The Obama administration has indicated a willingness to...

Will federal inmates time served change from 85% to 65%?

This is a very common rumor, but there are no proposals to make this a reality. Federal inmates get 54 days a year. The drug program may lead to...

Am I likely to be eligible to proceed in forma pauperis in Federal District Court?

You are right that there are no standards. The court will have to decide. Every jurisdiction is a little different, including whether a spouse's...