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I get a text message that doesn't identify the person sending the text, but it says" Just like I told you in
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Answered on September 20, 2014
If you feel threatened by the text message, call the police and allow them to conduct an investigation. They may be able to determine who sent the...
I was caught attempting to steal from wal mart will it show up on my background check?
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Answered on September 20, 2014
It depends. It's still possible for WalMart to report the event to the police. If you are a juvenile and this is your first criminal referral,...
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Judicial immunity
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Answered on September 20, 2014
I doubt it. Arguably judges would make decisions that lead to criminal acts all the time. For example, releasing a criminal pre-trial who goes on...
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Is it extortion to threaten somebody that they will never see your child again if they do not make a false confession
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Answered on September 20, 2014
In the hypothetical scenario you describe, I think the problem is not whether this is a wrongful threat, rather the issue comes with the actual...
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Can I wave down police and tell them thanks for keeping me safe?
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Answered on September 19, 2014
Sure you can. Just use common sense. If an officer has lights and sirens going or is involved with an investigation, leave him or her be. If it...
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My lawyer will only see me at court, doesn't file motions. Hasn't returned answered emails and no auto reply Ignored? Fight?
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Answered on September 19, 2014
Public defenders are busy. It doesn't mean he is doing anything on your case any differently than a private attorney would do. It just means you're...
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How does the court go about revoking bail on a defendant in King County Washington? Also, what should I do?
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Answered on September 19, 2014
You have a public defender representing you, so you need to call that person or meet with them in person so you can both get on the same page.
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What is concerned adequate evidence?
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Answered on September 19, 2014
Generally, evidence will be admitted when it is relevant to the case at hand, helpful to the trier of fact and it's probative value is not...
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Do I need an attorney to go to court with me to lift a no contact order?
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Answered on September 19, 2014
No. You do not need a lawyer to represent you. Understand, however, that if the order is in place because of a criminal charge, the prosecuting...
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Can i ask my college to provide security for me?
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Answered on September 18, 2014
Yes. There is nothing that would legally preclude you from asking the school.
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