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What legal protection is there if you secure a weapon from the weapon's owner IF that owner has expressed self-harm thoughts?
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Answered on August 26, 2015
If you know someone who is depressed and expressing thoughts of self-harm referencing a firearm, you should contact the police and/or your county's...
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My husband was in possession of stolen property . in jail . he is pinning it on me .
to save his own butt .his bail 15,000
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Answered on August 25, 2015
It's not likely that your husband will be permitted to testify against you in court because of spousal privilege. However, if he can point police...
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How long can I expect it to take police to contact me?
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Answered on August 24, 2015
You may never be contacted by the police. Often, the police never get involved in shoplifting cases other than by sending on reports to a...
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I was charged for the first time with a DUI and I was in a accident with another vehicle at the time. What can I expect .
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Answered on August 24, 2015
As you can see from the other answers, people can only guess at what may have happened in your case and why your bail was so high. Regardless, a...
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How much more useful is a hired attorneys vs public defender?
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Answered on August 23, 2015
It depends. I have known amazing public defenders and so-so private attorneys and vice versa. In addition to what other have said, the difference...
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What can be done if a family member is an untreated sociopath bent on destruction to property and ongoing harassment to family?
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Answered on August 23, 2015
Call the police to report any threats or acts of property destruction/violence. Go to your local courthouse and inquire about obtaining a domestic...
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How to Start a Church
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Answered on August 21, 2015
Sounds like your teacher is a John Oliver fan...
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Restraining order
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Answered on August 21, 2015
Your son's girlfriend is 16. A minor. Her parents rule her life. While the sex may not be illegal, the drug use certainly is, and your son could...
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Can I be convicted of Burglary or possibly have the charge reduced?
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Answered on August 20, 2015
Many things are possible, but it depends on all of the factors. You'll need an experienced attorney who can persuade a prosecutor into believing...
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Did she use excessive force and can he press charges? Would it have been excessive if she kicked his face multiple times.
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Answered on August 19, 2015
Whether a person exceeds the bounds of self-defense is a very subjective question. Essentially, a person can use force if they feel in danger and...
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