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Your actions could be taken as an attempt to steal, yes. It does not sound like you had any such intent, and clearly the security guard didn't really... Read Answer
I would appear on that date. Let the court tell you that you don't have to be there.
Can police lie and intimidate you to sign a consent to search your home? Some lies, yes, but no intimidation. Depends on the facts of the case. Can... Read Answer
Give the information regarding fraudulent title to the local police. It is a crime, and they can investigate it for you.
It is not likely, but it is possible. An attorney in your community can give you the best idea of what might happen if you are charged.
You have to go until the court says you don't.
No, it is a crime in Indiana.
You are very unlikely to have any liability, but good homeowner's insurance is your best bet.
Get the sentencing orders from both cases. Do not ask the clerk to interpret them. Ask your lawyer to do so, as you presumably had one representing... Read Answer
That is not a defense. The case will not be dismissed just because of this.
No, you can't just write to the judge. Your attorney speaks for you. Sit down with your lawyer and share your concerns. If you are still not happy,... Read Answer
Not a black or white question. Public for some purposes, private for others.
Hire an attorney to fight the charge.
Yes, you should take that information to your local prosecutor or police.
Maybe. Depends on the purpose of the hearing and the judge.
The statute of limitations stops running as soon as a charge is filed. If you never face the charge, by not returning to court to face the charge ,... Read Answer
It may be valid as to your husband, but would not bind you unless your husband was authorized by you to sign such a contract.
As there is no Cook County in Indiana, you need to report this in the state where your father is being held.
It is a legal document. It is not a contract. A mere switch of signatures on the wrong lines will invalidate neither a contract or a consent form.
It is not "on your record" until you are convicted. Hire an attorney. The lawyer may be able to get a pre-trial diversion for you (depending on the... Read Answer
Can you? Yes. Is it likely? No.
Yes, you cannot be tested just because law enforcement (or a neighbor lady) feels like it.
Report the swing of the bat to the police as an assault or attempted battery.
Hire an attorney and turn yourself in based upon that attorney's advice.