Court Appointed

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss Personal Property and Bailments.  What are they, what is your obligation and how do you get involved in these things.  While there is no gratuitous sex, there may be a gratuitous bailment or joke ..... Who Knows ??  The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss what Judges do in their spare time.  Or at least when they are not actually hearing a trial, which may not exactly be spare time, but we want to know what else they are up to besides being all Judgey!!  The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the laws concerning Bankruptcy.  Which is in effect a different kind of impotency than last weeks episode, thus the mention of Financial Impotency.  The right to a fresh start is guaranteed in the constitution and you need to read the whole book to see which Chapter applies to you ... or something like that !!  The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the history and current state of Paternity Laws.  After hearing the recent episode of "Sawbones" we had to find more about Impotence Court / Erection Court.  To have your junk examined by a panel and then to perform for an audience in order to protect your reputation as a man .... was too good of a subject to pass up !!  The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the serial killer from our own small town.  He became a "Florida Man" however, to commit his crimes.  His trial though, raises the question, can a guy be so guilty, it doesn't matter how much a confession may be tainted ??  He's still getting the Death Penalty for it !!  The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the intricate details of the First Amendment.  It is more than just Free Speech for all !  So let's explore the Freedom of Religion part and what fruit is used to determine it !! The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the ancient justice method called Trial by Ordeal or Trial by Battle.  Imagine being charged with a crime you didn't commit but you have no way to prove it.  That's OK, just challenge your accuser to a fair fight and the outcome decides your innocence.  Makes more sense than a lot of other things in the law !! The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss what makes up which degree of Murder someone is charged with, when such an act occurs.  In no way do we discuss how to get away with it, so if that is what you are looking for, watch TV or something because you won't find it here ..... Even though I begged Mike to tell us !!  The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the sometimes overlooked details of the common traffic ticket.  What are your options and when should you challenge them ?  What if you are a victim of a speed trap and are speed traps even a real thing ??  The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the ongoing saga of the rich and famous and the extent they will go to in order for their children to gain an educational advantage over the rest of us poor middle class slobs.  Do we feel sorry for the fix they are in ..... errr .... I don't think so.  What are they charged with and where did these crimes originate ?? The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss property deeds.  How to file, what to look for and different types.  Along the way we offer what to look out for and some buying and selling horror stories from others.  The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss what it takes to be a Notary Public.  What do they do, why do we need them and where did they come from ??  For good measure, what is their place in history ??  The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss a state Speaker of the House that appears to be using his position to protect guilty clients from ever going to trial.  Is he being a good lawyer or is he gaming the system by exploiting his "self authored" power ??  The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the seemingly controversial practice of the Private Prison system.  Whether it is at the Juvenile level or the Adult Prison level it seems to be fraught with kickbacks, corruption and mismanagement.  Hear what two Schmuck Judges cooked up to line their own pockets at the expense of children !!  The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the origin and use of "Morality Clauses".  What are they for, who do they benefit and are they enforceable ??  Where did the whole idea even come from in the first palace?? The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss a 2005 murder case from their home state of West Virginia.  This case was covered on several national shows and has many twists and turns with only circumstantial evidence and it may leave more questions than answers.  The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the recent ruling by the Supreme Court concerning Civil Forfeiture .... or is it ??  Does the 8th Amendment concerning excessive fines mean the same thing ??  The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the inside scoop on Depositions.  What to expect, what are they for and what kinds of actions do you definitely want to avoid ?  No one wants to come across as a total jerk right .... or do they ???  The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the 1993 Case of "The West Memphis 3".  A case the really demonstrates the hysteria that can arise in an area and the way it influences detective work when solving crimes.  This case is a fascinating study in Public Fear and Criminal Justice.  The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.

On this episode of Court Appointed Mike and Tommy offer a very abbreviated episode due to Tommy being in the middle of recovering from a second knee replacement.  (Thank God we only have two !!)  While he is also heavily under the influence of some really good narcotics, the editing that would have to be done would be impossible.  The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.