Will the Fourth Amendment protect me from a search where a dog was use?

A dog sniff is permissible IF it takes place during a LAWFUL stop and does not take more time than is reasonably required to complete the activity...

As a former teacher and school administrator, I can tell you that school officials are given a broad grant of power under the legal doctrine of "in...

My colleague is correct. I would add, however, that you would be in a stronger position to avoid any problems by demonstrating to the court that...

Aunt 85 years old married for 3rd time. She has dementia and macular degeneration. All of a sudden POA changed and will changed

Mr. Moore is absolutely correct. Undue Influence (the cousin) and Diminished Capacity are your best options. You need t engage the services of a...

I blocked my 30 y-o son from a hallway in basement for 2 seconds - is this a crime in CT? Charged with disorderly conduct.

IF the facts are as you state, then merely putting your arm up to defend yourself should be enough of a defense even if the D.A. decides to file. ...

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What happen when I have to go testify against my x boyfriend/child father for criminal treats

Your concern for your safety and the safety of your child is quite real. I would not only contact Victim's Services, I would also take steps to...

As my colleagues have already indicated, there are always heirs. They may be far down the food chain, but there is probably somebody who takes...

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My first grade class was taught some other form of spelling I have suffered. Could it be a class act or do I have a case at all?

As both an attorney and a former educator with twenty-fours of experience, I can tell you with certainty that my colleagues are correct. In the...

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What are my rights if a university is charging me tuition for a class I did not take but dropped after their deadline?

So long as the "drop" dates are clearly published in the class schedule, sign-up materials, etc.,, you don't really have a an argument to make. ...

I got firstt DUI and I am going to trial when they arrested me they never read me my Rights and no probable

As M.r Hogaboam has indicated, Miranda need only be given if the interrogation takes place in a custodial setting. In a typical DUI, this means...