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Please do not ask me about potential jail sentences that you, your friends, or family might receive in court. There is no way for me to know that. Only a judge could answer a question like that. I am also NOT a probation officer or parole officer so I cannot answer questions that relate to parole or probation. Also please keep in mind that every state has different laws. If you are planning to ask a question about a specific law or criminal charge that pertains to your state only it could be difficult to answer. I also cannot give you legal advice on what to do or what not to do in court. Retired police officer with 26 years experience. Worked in the patrol division as well as over 14 years in the detective bureau. Investigated a wide range of crime such as murder, rape, robbery, theft, fraud, missing persons, and other very sensitive crimes. I am available to answer your questions about criminal law and especially as it applies to police work. I taught at the police academy for several years and am especially knowledgeable about search and seizure. Any question about criminal law is welcome! Please don't ask me to do your homework or ask me questions that obviously come from your teachers or professors. I also do not do online interviews or surveys. Young people need to gain face to face interviewing skills. Local police officers usually are very agreeable to assist in these assignments.
I am a retired police officer with 26 years experience. I investigated almost every type of crime including murder, rape, theft, missing persons, fraud, and domestic abuse. I am very knowledgeable about search and seizure and taught at the police academy for several years on a variety of subjects. I can answer questions that a lot of attorneys cannot since they do not have "street experience".
Bachelor of Science degree in Criminolgy from the University of Maryland.
Please do not ask me what someones jail sentence is going to be. There is no way for me to know that.
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Peter, I agree that you made a very bad decision. When someone reports a crime in progress the police don't have the time to stand around running wanted checks on the victim. Technically the statute
Carol, Make an appointment to meet with a ranking officer at the station. Have all of your facts prepared including notes, times of calls, day of the calls etc. Ask the Lt, Capt, or whoever why nothing
Jim, Let me get this straight. Your tenant has lied to the loan company about a reference? I would ask how do you know this but it really does not matter how you know. Of course it depends on the
Kenny, Of course you could still be arrested and charged. Returning the stolen property has nothing to do with the original intent. In MY state the charge would be a felony. I cannot answer for
Phillip, There is no way for me to know what any individual police department is going to do as far as extradition? Could they extradite you? Yes if they want you bad enough. Do states usually extradite
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