Civil Rights, Government & Administrative Law
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How do I report a possible Penal Code 632 violation to law enforcement?
In California, a possible Penal Code 632 violation is usually reported to local law enforcement, such as city police or the county sheriff’s department, depending on where the conduct happened. If the recording involves...
Is it legal for my spouse to track my phone during the divorce?
In Arkansas, the answer usually depends on how the phone is being tracked, who owns the device and account, and whether there is consent. In general, a spouse may not be allowed to secretly monitor your phone if that inv...
What happens if a roommate secretly installed a camera in our shared bathroom?
If a roommate secretly installed a camera in a shared bathroom, that can raise serious legal and safety concerns in Texas. In general, a bathroom is one of the most private places in a home, and secretly recording people...
Do I have to pay a cancellation fee for a home security contract if the system never worked?
In general, maybe not—but it depends on the contract, what “never worked” means, and what happened after installation. If a home security system was never functional, you may have arguments that the company failed to pro...
How Can a Landlord Take Action Against a Problem Rental Next Door in Georgia?
In Georgia, a landlord who is bothered by a neighboring rental property usually has limited but sometimes meaningful options, depending on the facts. The available steps often depend on what the “problem” is, who owns th...
Can I sue someone who recorded my private conversation and sent it to my coworkers?
In California, you may have legal options if someone recorded a private conversation and shared it with your coworkers, but the answer depends heavily on the facts. In general, whether a claim is available can turn on th...
Do I Have a Small Claims Case if My Boss Destroyed My Personal Property at Work?
If your boss destroyed your personal property at work, you may have a small claims issue in Montana, but the answer usually depends on the facts. In general, a small claims case is about trying to recover the value of pr...
Is it legal for police to keep my driver’s license after a DUI arrest?
In Kentucky, police may sometimes take and keep a driver’s license after a DUI arrest, but the answer depends on what happened during the stop, the arrest, and any paperwork the officer issues. In general, officers can s...
What are my rights if I received a 30-day notice after asking for repairs in writing?
If you are in Washington and you asked for repairs in writing, then got a 30-day notice afterward, that can raise concerns about whether the landlord is trying to end the tenancy because you asserted repair rights. In ge...
Can I record a repair technician inside my home if I tell them my camera records audio?
In California, recording a repair technician inside your home can raise privacy and consent issues, especially if the recording includes audio. Whether it is allowed often depends on what is being recorded, whether the t...
I bought a puppy from a breeder and the vet found major health issues. What rights do I have?
If you bought a puppy from a breeder in New York and a veterinarian later found major health problems, you may have several possible consumer and contract-related rights depending on the facts. In general, the key questi...
What happens if I missed my DMV hearing deadline after a DUI arrest?
If you missed a DMV hearing deadline after a DUI arrest in Louisiana, the most common consequence is that you may lose the chance to challenge an immediate administrative action related to your driving privileges. In gen...
Is it legal for a DUI checkpoint to stop every car on the road?
In general, a DUI checkpoint may lawfully stop every car passing through the checkpoint if the stops are carried out under a neutral, predetermined plan. In Nevada, as in many states, the legality of a checkpoint usually...
What happens if I caused a minor accident and then got arrested for DUI in Connecticut?
If you caused a minor accident and were then arrested for DUI in Connecticut, you may be facing more than one type of problem at the same time. In general, there can be a criminal DUI case, possible motor vehicle consequ...
Is it legal for a store to refuse to identify the cleaning company responsible for the spill?
In general, a store may be able to refuse to volunteer the name of a cleaning company, but that does not necessarily end the matter if someone was injured in a spill. In Arkansas, the legal question is usually not whethe...