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What should I should I do if I believe I am getting drugs for a cheif of police for his personal use, without whereing wires?

Answered 10 years ago by Richard Lane Hughes (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Contact the Little Rock offices of both the DEA and the FBI.
Contact the Little Rock offices of both the DEA and the FBI.

What do I do? Monday evening I was at the hospital and had a few layers of stitches

Answered 10 years ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You can file a complaint with the police department against the officer.
You can file a complaint with the police department against the officer.

If someone passes 2 breathalyzers but still get arrested for DUI is that considered false arrest?

Answered 10 years and a month ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
No..because it (a) depends on what you call a pass and (2) other factors like FST failure.
No..because it (a) depends on what you call a pass and (2) other factors like FST failure.

Can a deputy enter house without permission and no warrant

Answered 10 years and 2 months ago by Mr. Richard Keith Oliver (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
If the officer can articulate an exception to the warrant requirement, yes, he or she can enter the house without permission or a warrant. Additionally, if the officer can articulate probable cause to make an arrest, they can also go inside without permissio or a warrant. Otherwise, I would say the answer is generally, no.... Read More
If the officer can articulate an exception to the warrant requirement, yes, he or she can enter the house without permission or a warrant.... Read More

Need a lawyer for an officer macing me for no reason

Answered 10 years and 3 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers
what were the circumstances ? there are specific requirements for the use of mace. please call to discuss. Ed Dimon 732-797-1600
what were the circumstances ? there are specific requirements for the use of mace. please call to discuss. Ed Dimon 732-797-1600

can i file a lawsuit for wrongful arrest

Answered 10 years and 3 months ago by Dr. Michael Gordon Sribnick (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
What are the circumstance for this alleged false arrest?  You don't give enough facts for a proper answer.  If a polife officer has probable cause for an arrest, there is no suit. Regards, I am Dr. Michael G. Sribnick, Esq. criminal defense attorney in Charleston, S.C. Michael G. Sribnick, M.D., J.D., LLC... Read More
What are the circumstance for this alleged false arrest?  You don't give enough facts for a proper answer.  If a polife officer has... Read More

a friend of mine was arrested and set up by a informant. and the police lied and ca. u sue he served 2 and half years

Answered 10 years and 3 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
The police can use a confidential informant. The informant and police must testify at trial and be subject to cross examination. The jury then decides guilt or innocence. To be successful, you would need the informant to testify and say they were forced to lie by the police. This is difficult to achieve. However, if you have the proof and the informant will testify, you have a good case. Please call to discuss. Ed Dimon... Read More
The police can use a confidential informant. The informant and police must testify at trial and be subject to cross examination. The jury then... Read More

A person lied in a police report against me in Miami Dade County, Florida. What are my options legally? Can I file a defamation lawsuit?

Answered 10 years and 4 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
In some form or fashion yes, though I would not do so until your criminal case is resolved.
In some form or fashion yes, though I would not do so until your criminal case is resolved.

I'm a victim of elder abuse and believe my civil rights are being denied.

Answered 10 years and 9 months ago by Dr. Michael Gordon Sribnick (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
If you feel that you are the victim of elder abuse, I would hire an elder abuse lawyer.  In S.C. the Ombudsman's Office and SLED is required to investigate your claim. Dr. Michael G. Sribnick, Esq. www.michaelsribnicklaw.com
If you feel that you are the victim of elder abuse, I would hire an elder abuse lawyer.  In S.C. the Ombudsman's Office and SLED is required to... Read More

Underage drinking - NJ my 15 yo daughter got intoxicated at a school event where police were present, now police want to conduct an inrerview with her

Answered 10 years and 10 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
The devil is in the details. If this occurred on school property and if this conduct was witnessed by either school officials or the police, then your daughter can be charged.  Your daughter would have to be questioned in your presence. Your daughter does not need to answer any questions. However, this may result in her being charged. You may be able to avoid charges by having her answer the question. You may want to have the presence of an attorney if  your daughter had a greater role in what happened... Read More
The devil is in the details. If this occurred on school property and if this conduct was witnessed by either school officials or the police, then... Read More

Can a lawsuit be made for an issue to where i was arrested and i didn't receive my rights and my character is being tarnished and I've also lost wages

Answered 10 years and 11 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
We would need to examine the circumstances surrounding police misconduct.  Please email and outline of what occurred. We will review ASAP. We will give you a written opinion as to the  merits of your case. Ed Dimon
We would need to examine the circumstances surrounding police misconduct.  Please email and outline of what occurred. We will review ASAP. We... Read More

What should I do?

Answered 10 years and 11 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Please mail me all the documents. 
Please mail me all the documents. 

Can you help me?

Answered 10 years and 11 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Please send me the pleadings and the internal affairs police report. I will review immediately. Ed Dimon
Please send me the pleadings and the internal affairs police report. I will review immediately. Ed Dimon

PTI

Answered 11 years ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
you had an obligation to file a 'notice of tort claim' against the police within 90 days of being arrested for the state complaint. 
you had an obligation to file a 'notice of tort claim' against the police within 90 days of being arrested for the state complaint. 

what is the best lawyer to help me sue a police station?

Answered 11 years and 4 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
The devil is in the details. What happened ? We have sued four times for police causing deaths and have won each time. How were you damaged ? Hurt ? Ed Dimon
The devil is in the details. What happened ? We have sued four times for police causing deaths and have won each time. How were you damaged ? Hurt ?... Read More

My son was arrested on yesterday and eneded up with facial injuries

Answered 11 years and 4 months ago by Mr. John Michael Phillips (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Your son may have a civil rights case and certainly may need a defense lawyer.  We can potentially help with either case and advise you on the civil rights case.   We invite you to review our verdicts, our accolades and awards, and what clients have to say about us and give us a call for a free consultation where our lawyers will sit down with you personally.  John represents clients in Florida, Georgia and Alabama with passion and compassion and is a Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer, which means the Florida Bar allows him to be called an expert.  Only a small percentage of lawyers are able to be called an expert in this area.  Give us a call at 904-444-4444 or email John at jmp@knowthelawyer.com.... Read More
Your son may have a civil rights case and certainly may need a defense lawyer.  We can potentially help with either case and advise you on the... Read More

What type of lawyer will help me to bring a suit against police officers?

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Generally civil rights or personal injury lawyers. Should you have futher questions, please feel free to contact our office at 1-800-922-6442 for a FREE telephone or in office conference.
Generally civil rights or personal injury lawyers. Should you have futher questions, please feel free to contact our office at 1-800-922-6442 for a... Read More

contract interference & violation of landlord tenant act

Answered 11 years and 7 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
You should report this to internal affiars at the department the officer works at. You may also have a claim against the LL for breaching the lease if the lock change was done improperly. Understand though that commerical leases dont have near the protections afforded to residential leases. If you have further questions, please feel free to contact our offices at 1-800-922-6442 for FREE consultation. ... Read More
You should report this to internal affiars at the department the officer works at. You may also have a claim against the LL for breaching the lease... Read More

i was pulled over because the officer said i wasnt wearing my seatbelt , when i asked the officer a question he said i gave him probable cause to sear

Answered 11 years and 8 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
I think we are all sure that a SWAT team did not abush your car over a seatbelt violation. There is MUCH more to this story that probably involves the passengers that was left out. 
I think we are all sure that a SWAT team did not abush your car over a seatbelt violation. There is MUCH more to this story that probably involves... Read More

can I sue the police department for not letting me lock my apartment door

Answered 11 years and 8 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Depends on the circumstances, but if you were taken into custody at your home, most likely no. If you have further questions or concerns, you can call our office at 1-800-922-6442 for a FREE consultation
Depends on the circumstances, but if you were taken into custody at your home, most likely no. If you have further questions or concerns, you can... Read More

Can you go to jail for public intoxication if the cops don't test you

Answered 11 years and 8 months ago by Mr. Richard Keith Oliver (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
The short answer is yes. Public Intox is a Class C offense. Usually, cops give these tickets to citizens who annoy them for whatever reason (in my opinion). Obviously, there are times when the ticket is justified, so please partdon my abject cynicism of police. It can be proven through testimony that your husband was intoxicated to the point he was a danger to himself or others. It's useful to the defense that no field sobriety tests were administered. But, it's certainly not usual in this contect, nor is it required. Depending on the circumstances, it may be worth fighting, or it may be worth considering alternative resolutions.   Rick... Read More
The short answer is yes. Public Intox is a Class C offense. Usually, cops give these tickets to citizens who annoy them for whatever reason (in my... Read More

who do you go to when a police officer has sex with my under age daughter ?

Answered 11 years and 9 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
You could start with Interal Affairs at the agencies at issue or possibly the Attorney General. Something is missing here though, as the odds of this happening with 2 separate departments and 2 separate officers, will obviously raise questions, so be prepared for some level of skepticism.
You could start with Interal Affairs at the agencies at issue or possibly the Attorney General. Something is missing here though, as the odds of this... Read More

Arrested with out a Warrant

Answered 11 years and 9 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Lawyers cannot represent criminal defendants on a contingent fee basis. In your situation, I doubt any competent lawyer would take any potential civil case on a contingent fee basis absent an aquital at trial. Obviously, it sounds like some co-conspirators to a "capping" scheme have implicated you and these can be a huge problem in any civil claim of impropriety. If you have further questions, feel free to contact us at 1-800-922-6442 for a FREE consultation.... Read More
Lawyers cannot represent criminal defendants on a contingent fee basis. In your situation, I doubt any competent lawyer would take any potential... Read More

Responsibilities of Police Department

Answered 11 years and 9 months ago by Michael Varble (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Talk to the property owner and the supervisors of the town. I would also speak to your neighbors and get them to complain to the property owner and the supervisor's office. Police deal with crimes. Loitering isn't going to get them excited but the drugs will so of you call the police you better complain about something significant if you want a response from them. Good luck with it. ... Read More
Talk to the property owner and the supervisors of the town. I would also speak to your neighbors and get them to complain to the property owner and... Read More

Do I have a case?

Answered 11 years and 9 months ago by attorney Mr. Evan Austin Watson   |   1 Answer
You could have a case.  Police officers do have some protections, however, I'd be willing to consult with you regarding these facts.  Contact me through my profile for to discuss further.
You could have a case.  Police officers do have some protections, however, I'd be willing to consult with you regarding these facts.... Read More
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