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Questions concerning the laws, criminal justice system, civil court procedures and related topics specific to the state of New York in the United States of America. For questions pertaining to the city use the "new-york-city" tag.
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Is it legal to collect payment for event entertainment services up front in case they cancel?
That's normal contracting
Alice is offering to appear in her role as (American Mc Gee's) Alice to people. She wants to get paid, so she has a standard 3-clause contract:
Client pays fee upfront, Alic …
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Is a US (New York) police officer allowed to take your keys at a traffic stop?
The policeman ordered, right as he took a step out of his car "Turn it off!" - which is a lawful demand to prevent the biker from possibly kicking the gas and running. As the driver did not seem to co …
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Do Legal Documents Require Signing In Standard Pen Colors?
Generally, no color is required in germany
There is no law that prescribes a specific color for signatures. However, there is law about the chemical stability of the pens used: Certain documents, requ …
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Could you fix and carry (for self defense) antique firearms in 2010 New York?
Antiques and NY-gun law
New York's current code defines a firearm in NYCL PEN 265.00. It includes (emphasis mine):
"Firearm" means (a) any pistol or revolver; or (b) a shotgun having
one or more bar …
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What happens to a criminal defendant who cannot afford to indemnify a critical witness?
You don't indemnify them in the first place in germany, the court does!
The court pays all witnesses a specified day wage for appearing. Participation in criminal cases is mandatory and neither party …