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I swallowed the evidence in the cop car b4 they found it and later was rushed to the hospital, can I still be charged with possession?

Answered a year and 2 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
No way to tell as you will have to HIRE a criminal defense lawyer to address that specifically in your case. 
No way to tell as you will have to HIRE a criminal defense lawyer to address that specifically in your case. 

What kind a deal can my son get

Answered a year and 2 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
This a question that can only be answered by a lawyer actually representing your son. Too many variables to answer accurately online.
This a question that can only be answered by a lawyer actually representing your son. Too many variables to answer accurately online.

how can i press police to use extingent circumstance and arrest someone when it is life threating and children are involved

Answered a year and 6 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
The problem you are likely to run into is a claim of "life threatening" anything when the alleged perp lives in another state, outside the jurisidiction of Florida law enforcement, and likely hundreds of miles away. There typically looking for "imminent danger" such as the guy on your doorstep trying to get in and waiving a gun. That he is a general "danger to society" is typically of little concern to law enforcement who will require specific and identifiable conduct that meets a specific criminal standard to get involved. You should contact local legal aid or victims advocacy groups to see if they can help you address your issues. You might also consider contacting law enforcement where the perp lives to see if they will get involved. ... Read More
The problem you are likely to run into is a claim of "life threatening" anything when the alleged perp lives in another state, outside the... Read More

Police Misconduct

Answered a year and 11 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   1 Answer
You should reach out to one of us. You may have a viable civil rights cause of action depending on what is shown on the video body cam. 
You should reach out to one of us. You may have a viable civil rights cause of action depending on what is shown on the video body cam. 

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Answered 2 years and 2 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   2 Answers
Yes you need to provide more details. 
Yes you need to provide more details. 

my son was arrested on 10/25/2023, they have yet to charge him, it has now been 33 days, what are the steps he can take to be released

Answered 2 years and 3 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
This is a question for your son's lawyer  - not random people on the internet. 
This is a question for your son's lawyer  - not random people on the internet. 

Can you force someone out of apartment that has a diagnosed mental illness.

Answered 2 years and 8 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Yes. People are not obligated to live with others that have mental health disorders and those with such disorders are not entitled to live with others that do not want them to do so. The removal would have to be proper - such as eviction. 
Yes. People are not obligated to live with others that have mental health disorders and those with such disorders are not entitled to live with... Read More

What can I do for my son he was physical assault in prison

Answered 3 years and a month ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
You will need to contact his lawyer or retain one for him to address the issue.
You will need to contact his lawyer or retain one for him to address the issue.

I was sexually assaulted in many stores

Answered 3 years and 7 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   1 Answer
If you were sexually assaulted at the dollar general store, then you should retain counsel here in Florida on contingency fee, which means you don't pay anything unless you win your case.      
If you were sexually assaulted at the dollar general store, then you should retain counsel here in Florida on contingency fee, which means you don't... Read More

Can non-citizen own guns ?

Answered 3 years and 8 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   1 Answer
A US citizen can sponsor a foreign national even if the foreign national has an arrest or conviction history, but you will most likely have to file a waiver of inadmissibility. This is something you should not try to do on your own, but retain counsel to represent you.    
A US citizen can sponsor a foreign national even if the foreign national has an arrest or conviction history, but you will most likely have to file a... Read More

100 lbs 15 year old girl gets in argument with 50+ year old 200+ lbs father. What is girls liability?

Answered 3 years and 9 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
This is battery - and yes - there could be repercussions for it. 
This is battery - and yes - there could be repercussions for it. 

What to do

Answered 4 years and 9 months ago by attorney Loren L. Gold   |   2 Answers
Hello Francesca, It is good that you are seeking representation for such a serious charge. You'll have to reach out because lawyers on this forum cannot solicit. 
Hello Francesca, It is good that you are seeking representation for such a serious charge. You'll have to reach out because lawyers on this forum... Read More

Can I be convicted of a crime without any physical evidence.

Answered 4 years and 9 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
You have a lawyer. Bear in mind the prosecutors view is first time CAUGHT not first time offender. You have a lawyer - if you don't like that one, then you are free to hire another, albiet at your expense. 
You have a lawyer. Bear in mind the prosecutors view is first time CAUGHT not first time offender. You have a lawyer - if you don't like that one,... Read More
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