Questions answered by Paul E Knost

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Can I get my felonies lowered or dropped completely?

Paul's answer | Answered on December 02, 2012

There is no expungement in Arizona, only a possibility to have them "set aside." That would have little value to your goal of becoming a...

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I am aspergers and charged with conspiracy etc for growing marijuana can I use this for a federal defense?

Paul's answer | Answered on December 02, 2012

In order for a mental condition to be a defense to a crime, you would have to affirmatively prove that the condition you suffer from actually...

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I want to be able to own a gun legally in Arizona. I'm an ex-felon, case was settled 10/29/1999. Is there statute-of-limits ?

Paul's answer | Answered on December 01, 2012

I agree with the answers previously provided. You need to apply for restoration of rights in the jurisdiction where you were convicted of the...

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What can happen at court for AZ Possession of Marijuana & Possession of Drug Paraphernalia both charged as class 1 misdemeanors

Paul's answer | Answered on December 01, 2012

This case needs to be analyzed regarding the issues of probable cause for a valid traffic stop and search and seizure under the Fourth Amendment. ...

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Do I have a chance at lowering charges from criminal traffic to civil traffic?

Paul's answer | Answered on November 29, 2012

Mr. Blackwell has given you excellent advice. The only thing I would add is that some courts will allow the defendant to do a "telephonic" plea,...

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I was caught staling at Costco in Phoenix, az. It was my first time. I was told if I cooperated with the loss prevention they wo

Paul's answer | Answered on November 23, 2012

Basing my answer solely on the facts provided in the question, the situation you described is an example of a coerced confession. Also, the...

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Will the suspect be informed if I wrote a letter to his prosecutor?

Paul's answer | Answered on November 23, 2012

Thank you for this question. It points straight to the heart and soul of freedom from oppression. The answer to your question is fortunately...

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Could the HOA be culpable? Is anyone culpable?

Paul's answer | Answered on November 23, 2012

The letter you received is basically telling you that the negligent party (dog owner) didn't bother having insurance, so the lawyer is declining to...

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Is it beneficial to file a set aside and how does it work?

Paul's answer | Answered on November 23, 2012

It does not erase the fact of the conviction, but it releases the defendant from all "disabilities and penalties" associated with the conviction. ...

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I need help finding out if someone was released from jail in arizona at durango county jail. can u give me a website or phone #

Paul's answer | Answered on November 22, 2012

You can try the jail information number at 602-876-0322. You will need his booking number. The system is not a "real time" update, but it's the...

Paul E Knost's Answers (1312)

Can I get my felonies lowered or dropped completely?

I am aspergers and charged with conspiracy etc for growing marijuana can I use this for a federal defense?

I want to be able to own a gun legally in Arizona. I'm an ex-felon, case was settled 10/29/1999. Is there statute-of-limits ?

What can happen at court for AZ Possession of Marijuana & Possession of Drug Paraphernalia both charged as class 1 misdemeanors

Do I have a chance at lowering charges from criminal traffic to civil traffic?

I was caught staling at Costco in Phoenix, az. It was my first time. I was told if I cooperated with the loss prevention they wo

Will the suspect be informed if I wrote a letter to his prosecutor?

Could the HOA be culpable? Is anyone culpable?

Is it beneficial to file a set aside and how does it work?

I need help finding out if someone was released from jail in arizona at durango county jail. can u give me a website or phone #