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In New York, the statute of limitations for possession of child pornography is five years. Police may wait for a warrant to search your property. If they search and find nothing, they should inform you and return your devices. Legal aid societies and pro bono services can assist if you cannot afford a lawyer. If a warrant is denied, police can resubmit it. Obscenity laws in New York prohibit producing or possessing obscene images of minors, but fictional art may have some First Amendment protection. Consider contacting a lawyer or legal aid for guidance.Full Conversation
why might two police cars wait outside your house initially then leave. For context they had my electronics and were waiting for a warrant to search
It's possible the police were waiting for a search warrant approval. If they left, they might not have received it in time or there was a change in their investigation.
Do you have any further details or concerns about their visit?
if they search my devices and dont find anything do they have to inform the owner. for context, i was living at my friends house. all my electronics are there and I want allowed to return until they searched them. but its not like they have a way to contact me because my phone was taken. will they let me know and if so how would they
In New York, law enforcement is generally required to inform you of the results of a search, especially if your property was seized. Here are some key points:
- If they don't find anything incriminating, they should return your devices.
- Notification is typically done through mail or in-person contact.
- You can contact the police department to check on the status of your property.
Do you have a way to contact the police or another means to receive updates?
I currently do not and have grown a fear of going outside as well as cops out of fear theyll arrest me, what do you suggest
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I'm sorry to hear about your situation. You might consider the following steps:
- Contact a lawyer who can communicate with the police on your behalf.
- Request a trusted friend or family member to check on the status of your property.
- Consider seeking mental health support to address your fear and anxiety.
Would you like more specific information on how to contact a lawyer or mental health professional?
lawyers are too expensive
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I understand that legal costs can be a concern. Here are a few alternatives you might consider:
- Legal Aid Societies: In New York, organizations like The Legal Aid Society provide free legal assistance to those who qualify.
- Pro Bono Services: Some lawyers may take on cases for free (pro bono) if you meet certain criteria.
- Public Defenders: If you are charged with a crime and cannot afford a lawyer, you have the right to a public defender.
Would you like more information on any of these options?
if a warrant was denied can they resubmit
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Yes, if a warrant was denied, law enforcement can resubmit the request. They might do so after addressing any issues that led to the initial denial or if new evidence emerges.
Would you like any additional information or have other questions about this process?
give me the best and worst case scenario on why they were outside my house then left
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Sure, here are some potential scenarios:
Best Case Scenario:
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Waiting for Warrant Approval: The police were waiting for a search warrant, which they didn't receive in time, leading them to leave.
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Investigation Shift: Their investigation priorities changed, and they no longer needed to search your house.
Worst Case Scenario:
- Ongoing Surveillance: They might still be monitoring your activities discreetly.
- Resubmitting Warrant: They could be gathering additional evidence to resubmit the warrant request.
Do you have any other specific concerns or details about the situation?
what are the Obscenity laws in ny for fictional art depicting minors
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In New York, the laws regarding fictional art depicting minors are quite strict:
- Penal Law Section *.*: It is illegal to knowingly produce, promote, or possess obscene images that depict minors.
- First Amendment: However, purely fictional art may have some protection under free speech, but it's a complex area and often subject to interpretation.
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