Questions answered by Christopher Lee Kalberg

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Paid sub-contractor draw for materials. No work was completed or materials purchased. Is this a criminal case for theft?

Christopher's answer | Answered on March 08, 2014

You can always try to file a report and see. A lot of times the police will just tell you that something like this is a civil matter.

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Can a search warrant be given from a anonymous tip and a high electric bill for growing pot even though no electric was used

Christopher's answer | Answered on March 08, 2014

The validity of a warrant is going to hinge on the specific facts of the case. There's no way to guess over the internet without reviewing the...

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How can I get out of charges against me for possession when it wasn't mine?

Christopher's answer | Answered on March 08, 2014

You may not want to hire an attorney, but if you do not you are exposing yourself to criminal liability for an crime that you state you didn't...

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I have a paraphernalia charge. Could this cause my dream act application to be denied?

Christopher's answer | Answered on March 08, 2014

I don't know the answer to that question, but I would suggest that you repost it in the "immigration law" section.

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How much jailtime is typical for class a misdemeanor first time offender violating a protective order? Could Jailtime be avoided

Christopher's answer | Answered on March 03, 2014

There really isn't a "typical" amount of jail time. Every case is different. While it is certainly possible to avoid jail time on an A ...

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My boyfriend has been in jail for 3 yrs

Christopher's answer | Answered on March 03, 2014

It sounds like he needs to either move forward with a plea or get on the trial docket. If he is not satisfied with his attorney, he can always...

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Hi, We are really confused of what we have read on the Internet on suspended sentences. Can anyone clarify the following.

Christopher's answer | Answered on February 28, 2014

As Ms. Rogers noted, there are two types of suspended sentences in MO. suspended imposition suspended execution Both result in probation,...

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If I was ordered by my employer to work 9 weeks with no time off and work 80+ hours per week and I quit can there be an appeal?

Christopher's answer | Answered on February 28, 2014

An appeal of what? Unemployment benefits? Certainly.

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Do I have a case for an unemployment benefits appeal?

Christopher's answer | Answered on February 28, 2014

You might have a claim. You will need to demonstrating that you quite with good cause attributable to the work or the employer. Medical reasons...

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My question concerns 1099 wages that I have not been paid

Christopher's answer | Answered on February 27, 2014

If the funds are considered "earned wages" you may have recourse via the Kansas Wage Payment Act. That Act can be enforced via a civil suit or a...

Christopher Lee Kalberg's Answers (490)

Paid sub-contractor draw for materials. No work was completed or materials purchased. Is this a criminal case for theft?

Can a search warrant be given from a anonymous tip and a high electric bill for growing pot even though no electric was used

How can I get out of charges against me for possession when it wasn't mine?

I have a paraphernalia charge. Could this cause my dream act application to be denied?

How much jailtime is typical for class a misdemeanor first time offender violating a protective order? Could Jailtime be avoided

My boyfriend has been in jail for 3 yrs

Hi, We are really confused of what we have read on the Internet on suspended sentences. Can anyone clarify the following.

If I was ordered by my employer to work 9 weeks with no time off and work 80+ hours per week and I quit can there be an appeal?

Do I have a case for an unemployment benefits appeal?

My question concerns 1099 wages that I have not been paid