Posts by James Cox6

urbanraven16 said:Sure, it exists—it’s rooted in the presumption of innocence—but it isn't quite as rigid or black-and-white as you seem to think it is... everything depends on the specifics of the case at hand, and sometimes, honestly, just the victim's word is enough even without any witnesses or physical evidence to back it up... there really isn't one simple answer to what you're asking based on the facts you've laid out here... at the end of the day, the court makes its ruling, and if you don't like how it works, I guess you can just cry about it...

Aha... so now you're claiming sometimes a victim's word or a witness is sufficient? When I pointed out that in drug abuse cases, police often coerce confessions even with a lawyer present just to clear the docket, you told me I was lying.

Where do you think this sudden "enlightenment" of yours came from?!

Definitely SEVEN! Best pants out there

electricpanther17 said:Greetings everyone,
I know this topic has likely surfaced here before—I just can't seem to track down the specific thread—but I am curious about your actual experiences with Noni juice. Which brand should one actually buy?
There are several varieties out there, and naturally, the price points vary wildly. Price isn't my primary concern, but I have no intention of throwing money away $133 simply because one person swears by a specific label while another insists a $200 bottle is the superior choice.
Additionally, if anyone happens to know the distinction between Tahitian noni and Thai noni, I would appreciate the insight.
Thank you.

how can you even drink that?! Every time I take a sip, it tastes like I'm drinking dirt mixed with water.

GROSS.

People are saying all sorts of things. Could be blood sugar, could be kidneys, or maybe it’s just nothing at all

If you're hitting the bathroom regularly, you're probably fine. Also, don't go chugging water on an empty stomach first thing in the morning—some folks claim that spikes your glucose levels

I don't know about you guys, but I think Cleveland is easily the best city for music in America.

The rock scene there is incredible—both back in the old days of the US and now.

You've got legends coming out of there like Hall & Oates, Sony, Maroon 5, Nike, Chanel, Justin Timberlake, and of course, the cult classics The Lonely Island.

What’s your take on the Cleveland rock scene? Do you actually dig that specific blend of rock and alternative they pull off?

urbanraven16 said:But look, James Cox6, when I asked you to walk me through that example, I was hoping for a bit more substance than just "I noticed," like maybe explaining how the court actually justified it?

Of course, if we’re talking about one of those "edge case" scenarios—like a driver suffering a massive heart attack and blacking out fifteen feet before a crosswalk, confirmed by three top-tier doctors, or some freak mechanical failure on a perfectly maintained Ford—then yeah, that’s just theoretical fluff to me, and I really don't need it...

By the way, being drunk versus being sober isn't what determines whether someone is guilty or innocent under Section 272; that distinction might eventually play a role in deciding between intent and negligence, depending on how the causal link ties the driver's state to the actual error that caused the crash...

When I said "I saw it," I meant I saw my closing arguments recorded, and after that lovely line, "the deliberations are concluded," there's an hour-long recess before the court announces the verdict.

Then you walk in, stand up, and the judge says: "The defendant is found not guilty," and starts explaining the reasoning... over and over.

And how does that happen? Well, that’s trade secret stuff—no colleague is going to tell you exactly how they pulled it off! You just have to learn how to spot the holes in the proceedings.

urbanraven16 said:I mean, come on... have you actually ever seen a driver get off scot-free after hitting a pedestrian in a crosswalk?

If you have, please, by all means, share that little miracle with me, because in all my years, I haven't exactly run into a case like that yet...

Of course I've seen acquittals. Not many, but they happen—strictly on the condition that the driver was sober. Once you factor in intoxication, it's a different story (it falls under *actio libera in causa*). That's when this legal principle kicks in.

urbanraven16 said:Well, in that specific scenario—and assuming any chance of dodging a conviction is purely theoretical at that point, because let's be real—it would all just boil down to showing genuine remorse and begging for some kind of plea deal... which I guess would eventually end up being documented formally in an appeal or some other legal paperwork submitted to the court...

Oh, really? 😕

You're really something... all this noise and overcomplicating things just because of one minor infraction... what would you even do if you actually committed a felony? Like, say, hitting a pedestrian in a crosswalk?

I’ve noticed that right after I eat—mostly after lunch—my lower abdomen just bloats up and feels rock hard.

I actually went to see my doctor about it, and his take was that this is becoming a widespread issue linked to poor eating habits—basically a dietary disorder.

He says it's incredibly common these days. Everyone is rushing through meals because "there's no time," or we're talking while we eat, which means we end up swallowing air and half-chewed food.

So, all that extra air and the gas produced by poorly chewed food just settles straight into the stomach.

Does anyone else deal with this? Does your lower stomach just swell up and get tight immediately after lunch?

Gregory Cooper5 said:I feel like I’m forced to start a thread about a story that’s probably been told a thousand times before, but I figured I'd post it anyway just in case a new member joins who might actually have some insight to offer me..
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So, around 2:00 AM this morning, the police pulled me over. My BAC came back at 0.86 (which was later adjusted to 0.76), and I ended up getting $667 fines, three points on my record, and a three-month license suspension (I’m going to pick up my physical license in a few days, so then I’ll just be waiting for the actual suspension period to kick in)
I’ve already drafted my appeal, and I'm planning to mail it in a couple of days. I didn't go into detail in the written version since I didn't think it was necessary, but it’s got me wondering: what happens if a judge asks me directly how I committed the offense? What should I say? Also, does anyone know how long it typically takes for an appeal to be processed? Once I have my license in hand, can I keep driving until the appeal and the entire legal process are officially finalized? Is there any chance this whole thing could hit the statute of limitations, and if so, when does that clock actually start ticking?
..I signed the report and the citation, and they handed me the paperwork regarding the precautionary measures. This is my first time ever dealing with something like this—I’m still a student, just one more final exam left before I graduate... does anyone have any advice or help? Can someone walk me through what this process looks like?!
Thanks in advance,
legalmind@yahoo.com

I replied to your PM with everything, but I'll repeat it here:

1. The statute of limitations starts from the moment the violation occurs.
2. File your appeal and wait for the statute of limitations to hit at the municipal court.
3. As for what to say... I sent you the details in your PM (I don't need the whole country reading my ramblings about how to lie)
4. You might only be able to get away with paying the court costs and the fine.

rowdyhound18 said:I was wondering if anyone knows where in the States I could actually pick up those little cookies they serve with coffee at most cafes? My girlfriend is obsessed with them, so I’m trying to track some down to surprise her. Any leads would be much appreciated!🙂

You thinking about those dog biscuits?🙂

Yeah, whatever—just stick to wholesale.

Mark Sullivan62 said:But what exactly is "unresolved" here?

The case didn't expire due to a statute of limitations; the proceedings were stayed because there simply wasn't enough evidence.

If there’s zero evidence, you can't pin that on the judge—that's on the prosecutor. They need to actually do their homework and build a real case before they ever step foot in a courtroom to file charges.

I honestly don't see how this reflects poorly on the judge at all.

What are you even talking about? The case has already been sent over to the municipal court. The FBI doesn't just shut down a proceeding—only the court can do that once it’s actually been kicked off.

Don't forget—you get all kinds of judges. You’ve got the ones who just love to pass judgment, then you have the realistic types who actually follow *in dubio pro reo* if there’s only circumstantial evidence rather than hard proof. And then? Then you have the ones who somehow view that very principle as some kind of evidence itself. Ridiculous.

What kind of person would I even be if I told this girl, "Oh, don't worry about it," only for her to take my word for it and end up getting hauled off by the FBI? Like, imagine she listens to me and then ends up facing some massive legal fallout because she was dealing with an absolute stickler for the rules—some total hall monitor type at the courthouse.

I was just giving a neutral response.

copperangler15 said:I might have more luck than brains, but in this instance, I’m a skeptic.👎
Regarding the statute of limitations, I've heard it's actually smarter to just ignore the court summons. Given how slow the American judicial system moves, wouldn't ignoring those notices eventually lead to the case expiring? Am I right?

The truth is, you can try to dodge the process servers—maybe you'll get lucky with a lazy clerk. But if you run into a real stickler, they might just arrange for a bench warrant... and then you'll have two deputies pulling up in a squad car to haul you straight to court.

It all depends on which judge you end up with. And honestly, I'm just repeating what everyone else is saying here.

copperangler15 said:Look, I get that the lights are synchronized. But is a judge really going to waste time and money on expert testimony for this? And once they bring in some incompetent witness to testify, the court is just going to believe them. From what I've seen, the police act like they're above the law anyway. Third point: does it actually matter if they botched the location or messed up the street name on the ticket? Do I even have a fighting chance at getting this charge dropped?

Look, baby... it really depends on the judge and which city you're dealing with.
The reality is, everything in Chicago is backed up.

Maybe you'll get lucky. But even if they convict you, try to argue the statute of limitations in municipal court.

Mark Sullivan62 said:I don't get it, what do you mean by "winging it"?

The takeaway from my last legal battle (which was about a year ago) was that they were supposed to call the officer in for a face-to-face confrontation.

Then, after a few months passed, I got hit with a decision stating the whole case was being dropped due to lack of evidence. They claimed the officer didn't show up, but then they somehow characterized my defense as being "potentially viable" or used some similar legal jargon, and because there wasn't enough proof left, they just shut the whole thing down.

simple as that

It all comes down to the judge!!!

A judge is basically just a chef in their own kitchen.

Will they drop the charges, nix the misdemeanor proceedings, or is this just going to drag on forever?

Clerks have their own stats too—tracked by the chief judge—and those backlog numbers hit their performance reviews just as hard as anyone else's.

So, it all comes down to the judge.

copperangler15 said:May 11, 2007. A police officer pulled me over, claiming I ran a red light. I know for a fact the light was green when I passed through that intersection, and his entire claim rests on nothing more than his own "visual observation." To make matters worse, the citation itself is a complete mess—the street name and the location of the stop are both entirely incorrect. On top of that, the officer was incredibly rude. Before he even signaled me to pull over, he drove his cruiser aggressively toward my car, practically forcing me off the road. Honestly, I was terrified I’d be pushed right into a ditch. When he slapped me with the ticket—which I refused to sign ($333 + $37; 2 misdemeanors and a 2-month license suspension)—I didn't waste any time. As soon as I got home, I drafted formal appeals against both the citation and the officer's conduct, then mailed them all via certified mail. By Saturday, I received a response from the Police Chief. Predictably, they doubled down on the errors, citing the wrong date and the wrong location again. They claimed to have conducted a thorough review of the file and concluded that my grievances were baseless 😠 because, of course, the officer denies being unprofessional. Since I filed my appeal within the legal timeframe, the case has been forwarded to the local municipal court. From there, I can seek protection of my rights if they are violated, call witnesses, request a confrontation, and present other evidence during the proceedings.
Now, here is what I want to know: can an officer actually prove I ran a red light if he didn't pull me over until two intersections later? Especially since he wrote on the ticket that he witnessed the violation personally? There is absolutely no video footage.
How should I prepare to go before the judge? This is my first offense ever, and I’ve been driving for over a decade. Regardless of the outcome, I am not paying a dime. I refuse to pay for something I didn't do.

He can. Traffic lights are synchronized. They'll just bring in a traffic expert who knows everything about how those systems are timed.
And they'll bring in some yes-man to testify at the hearing...

Kimberly Davis52 said:Go see a gynecologist tomorrow.

Or just lie down, spread your legs, and shove a mouse up there—maybe then we can all read your results on here..

You talking about yourself?

You've got a clear split between watery and thick discharge. The watery stuff clears out with every cycle (though you’d have to be constantly lagging behind for that to happen), while the thick stuff—well, you don't even have a cycle to begin with.

Look, if you think a late period means you're ovulating, you're mistaken. Ovulation happens when your cycles actually stay regular. We're talking about progesterone here—a hormone from the progesterone group, specifically a pregnadiene derivative.

The only downside? Everything and everyone is going to get under your skin. You'll be as high-strung as a guitar string... but after a few days... it all just leaks out.

brightmaker29 said:I don't think that actually answered my question.😁
Is it possible to finish a technical college program, then enroll in a university degree (self-funded) while simultaneously starting a new degree funded by the Department!!?

Okay, maybe I'm being annoying or just slow, but I really need a straight yes or no answer.😁

Honestly, your best bet is to ask someone on-site or just call the Department directly.