Your father needs to hire an attorney licensed to practice before the Fifth Circuit who handles criminal appeals. That attorney will evaluate the procedural facts to determine whether his appeal was timely. Your father has 14 days to file a petition for panel rehearing from the date of entry of... View More

As the other lawyer said you should be fine, however you need to take care if you ever travel with the device that you used when you saw this content. When crossing a border, authorities can demand to search your device, and if you refuse, they can retain it or bar you from crossing. When searching... View More

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answered on May 28, 2025

There are few good answers. The best try is a commutation. He can start with this form: https://ch75o04ir6.proxynodejs.usequeue.com/pardon/apply-clemency

There is something in the First Step Act but that hasn't been helpful to people like your father.

Most of the writs are out of time and... View More

Sorry to hear about your issues.

There are a few ways to push the different agencies to get moving on your case(s).

Writing letters is weak unfortunately. Sending a demand for action or and Investigation, is a bit more powerful, but you will need the exact names of all involved.... View More

To pursue charges against the officers for being accessories after the fact under California Penal Code Section 32, it must be demonstrated that they knowingly and intentionally aided, harbored, or concealed the suspect with the specific intent to prevent their arrest, trial, conviction, or... View More

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answered on Mar 23, 2025

It is possible that your firearm disability in TN is removed. But since the conviction is not expunged, anytime you are accosted by LEOs, with a firearm, you will be at least detained if not arrested. There are also age requirements involved, and possibly some other incident in your life may... View More

The maximum sentence at the time of offense controls. Since PRR does not increase the maximum sentence, the maximum sentence was probably life. However, the PRR classification created a mandatory minimum sentence of life. Your defendant may be entitled to a motion to correct sentencing error,... View More

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answered on Feb 13, 2025

If you are facing harassment, discrimination, or threats, you may have legal options under elder abuse laws, disability protections, and civil rights laws. You may be able to file a restraining order, report the issue to law enforcement, or pursue legal action. If this involves financial... View More

1) Actually, the clerk of court (an officer of the judicial branch) issues a summons at the request of a party to a case, or that party's attorney.

2) Attorneys request judges to admit evidence and thus consider it in making decisions. A judge and the attorneys practicing before such... View More

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answered on Feb 3, 2025

I'm sorry to hear that your employer is accusing you of fraud. Allegations of fraud in the workplace can have serious legal and professional consequences, so it is important to understand your rights and options.

In New York, fraud is generally defined as intentionally deceiving... View More

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answered on Jan 23, 2025

Noone can know what is the best voluntary disposition without being his lawyer and investigating his Case. Defendant and his lawyer need to investigate the disclosed facts, examine witnesses and prepare for trial. The lawyer should also examine the possible federal Sentences involved. Then... View More

Look for a tax lawyer who is also a CPA. You may also need to work with a good civil rights lawyer, if you can't find a law firm which has both.

However, I should warn you that the statute of limitations has probably already expired, because you say that the garnishments ended in... View More

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answered on Jan 12, 2025

He did not get a bond because of the trafficking charge. Magistrate courts are not authorized to give a bond for someone charged with trafficking because only a Superior court can issue a bond on those cases. Practically speaking, a bond motion that needs to be filed on his behalf and then... View More

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answered on Jan 12, 2025

Sure-under those circumstances you "can" get a bond. There's nothing in the law that says the court cannot give you a bond under those circumstances. However, if the prosecutor/court knows or finds out that you picked up a new felony charge while out on misdemeanor probation, they... View More

In a divorce proceeding, joint managing conservatorship is presumed to be in the best interest of the child; however, the Court can award sole managing conservatorship to either parent. The Court will base its decision on the "best interests of the child" legal standard. Ethnicity and... View More

The Sixth Amended applies both before and after 180 days. There is nothing magical about 180 days.

If you have been arrested and jailed for a felony, you must be indicted within 180 days or the State must release you on a personal recognizance bond.

This situation may involve both medical malpractice and an EMTALA (Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act) violation. Medical malpractice could be argued if the care provided fell below the standard expected, particularly regarding the lack of a gastroenterologist and potential delays in... View More

You have a few issues here. First, and maybe most important is it's generally illegal to sign another's original tax return without proper authorization. You may wish to contact the IRS and the identity theft department regarding another filing your tax return, or speak to an attorney... View More

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answered on Nov 30, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about the stressful situation you're experiencing with your sister. Dealing with family conflicts involving threats and potential misuse of personal information can be very challenging. I hope the following information helps clarify your options.

Disclaimer: This... View More

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answered on Dec 2, 2024

I have worked on many Federal Drug conspiracy cases They often take 3 or more years to get to trial. Often the delay is intentional on the part of the Government especially with detained defendants. This is done in order to get defendants to proffer and assist in prosecuting those most... View More