Questions answered by James Allen Goldstein

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What should I do about a civil demand of 250.00 being sent that has been moved from loss prevention to an attorneys office?

James's answer | Answered on August 03, 2015

I'm not licensed in MA, but here in CA, we always advise to not pay any civil demand request and ignore all letters. They will not pursue the...

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Has my husband right to a speedy trial been violated

James's answer | Answered on August 03, 2015

You should contact a criminal attorney in KY to review the details and discuss legal options. Recommend calling attorney Frank Mascagni, who also...

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Showed up for court. They said case had been dismissed. I left with documentation 1-1/2 yrs later recharged & goin back to court

James's answer | Answered on August 03, 2015

It's difficult to know why they decided to refile another case. Most often, they obtained new information/evidence and believe it they has...

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Do I have the right to Press charges?

James's answer | Answered on August 03, 2015

No, you have no authority to press charges. Filing a police report is about your only option. They will forward to the DA's office who has the...

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I need to get some legal papers prep. by an inmate, I don't know if they need to be notarized, but several copies need

James's answer | Answered on August 03, 2015

You should be able to speak with a prison counselor for more information and assistance with the process.

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Roommate hit me with pizza pan cut my leg..how do i press charges? other then the police?

James's answer | Answered on August 03, 2015

You have no legal authority to press charges. The DA's office holds that authority and it appears unlikely they will pursue the matter. You do have...

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Can an 18 year old date a 17 year old?

James's answer | Answered on August 03, 2015

No, it's not illegal to date and the age of consent is 16. However, just because it's legal does not mean it's OK. If her parents object, they...

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I need two things, 1- a good post conviction attorney and 2- a criminal investigator. Both in the state of NC

James's answer | Answered on August 03, 2015

Attorneys are prohibited from soliciting business here on Avvo. You will have to research and make some calls yourself. Use the "find a lawyer" tab...

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My girlfriend and I live in NYC. She's 16. If we go to New Jersey, can we legally have sex?

James's answer | Answered on July 20, 2015

Interesting how you state your age as in your 20's. Does this mean 29? She is still a child at 16. The age differential is factor and it's possible...

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When you get arrested for DV and the police runs your criminal history, is the criminal history ran in the state or anywhere?

James's answer | Answered on July 20, 2015

If he has a criminal history in NY, police would be able to find any information in a background check from NJ.

James Allen Goldstein's Answers (295)

What should I do about a civil demand of 250.00 being sent that has been moved from loss prevention to an attorneys office?

Has my husband right to a speedy trial been violated

Showed up for court. They said case had been dismissed. I left with documentation 1-1/2 yrs later recharged & goin back to court

Do I have the right to Press charges?

I need to get some legal papers prep. by an inmate, I don't know if they need to be notarized, but several copies need

Roommate hit me with pizza pan cut my leg..how do i press charges? other then the police?

Can an 18 year old date a 17 year old?

I need two things, 1- a good post conviction attorney and 2- a criminal investigator. Both in the state of NC

My girlfriend and I live in NYC. She's 16. If we go to New Jersey, can we legally have sex?

When you get arrested for DV and the police runs your criminal history, is the criminal history ran in the state or anywhere?