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| Subject | Date Asked |
| Breast Cancer Bracelets | 10/16/2011 |
| Q: In our family and in our community there is a lot of cancer. Our local stores are selling attire ... A: Amanda, Schools are continuing to try to ban the controversial “I Love Boobies” bracelets, even ... | |
| Dating | 7/8/2011 |
| Q: If i was dating or messing around with a girl that is 15, and i am 18, but she turns 16 a month ... A: Adam, Generally in most states the age gap to be charged with statutory rape is four years between ... | |
| Freedom Of Speech Question | 3/24/2011 |
| Q: How would personally define Freedom of Speech using some of your past experiences? A: Matt, This is a very broad topic. Law schools offer semester long courses on the First Amendment ... | |
| 18 datin a 14 yr old | 9/14/2010 |
| Q: There is an 18 year old dating a 14 year old but both parents are ok with them seeing each other. ... A: Nicole, In most states if the minor is under 16 years of age and the adult who is seeing her or him ... | |
| Article III Judges | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: Is it constitutional if cases are repeatedly reassigned from an Article III judge? Why? A: Jennifer, Yes, as long as there is a rational reason for the judge to request a change of ... | |
| SLAPP suit. | 3/17/2010 |
| Q: California. I have been served with a complaint respecting a website I am alleged to have put up (I ... A: David, You would not be in a position to file a SLAPP suit as you have already been served with a ... | |
| Imminent lawless action | 2/11/2010 |
| Q: In my study of various 1st amendment supreme court cases, I have come to understand that the ... A: Shane, 1. Yes. The "Imminent lawless action" standard is more defined than the "Clear and present ... | |
| Minors and Parents: Can a parent limit a child's right to free speech? | 1/13/2010 |
| Q: I was wondering, and I am writing a term paper in the future, that can a parent(s) limit the ... A: Steve, Parents can limit the speech and interaction of their minor children. This can include ... | |
| hate crimes and freedom of speech | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: Is the First Amendment to Free Speech violated when a state creates a law precluding an individual ... A: Sorry, I don't have the ability to do that. Perhaps the Webmaster at Allexperts can. Your name is ... | |
| hate crimes and freedom of speech | 1/8/2010 |
| Q: Is the First Amendment to Free Speech violated when a state creates a law precluding an individual ... A: Bailey, The answer is "probably not." Look to the language of the state law and what it precludes. ... | |
| Government Surveillance | 12/17/2009 |
| Q: Hauck, I am a senior in high school and I'm doing a research project on the topic of "Big Brother" ... A: Dylan, Sorry for the delay. My personal opinion is that we as a society have begun to "slide down ... | |
| establishment clause | 12/6/2009 |
| Q: Why does the establishment clause generate the fiercest arguments about religion-related ... A: Samantha, The answer is exactly for that reason. The Establishment Clause of the First Amendment ... | |
| How Much can a company dictate personal communications? | 11/27/2009 |
| Q: I was hired to work for a regional Chamber of Commerce as Director, Communications on Sept. 28, ... A: Joye, Without hesitation I would contact an employment attorney in your area and request a ... | |
| 1st amendment rights | 8/8/2009 |
| Q: Is it legal for park management restrict viedeotaping of bands out in the open grass at a free ... A: Gloria, The short answer is yes. During that venue you are enjoying limited rights of a licensee. ... | |
| Legal Age? | 3/6/2009 |
| Q: .and i live in Ohio is there anything wrong with me and her dating like could we get in trouble..you ... A: Darrin, I don't think I have had any contact with you before so I am not sure what I have said. ... | |
| help! | 3/5/2009 |
| Q: My mother is telling me that if i keep seeing this guy she will call the police. But what can the ... A: Stephanie, Depending upon where you live you could be doing your boyfriend a disservice by ... | |
| Are printed directions to break the law legal? | 8/29/2008 |
| Q: Is it illegal to sell directions to someone, telling them how to clone a cell phone? A cloned phone ... A: Glenn, Selling the instructions as you described could be legal if you still had to pay for the ... | |
| dating question | 8/15/2008 |
| Q: I am sixteen on 8/16/08 and my really good guy friend, Cameron, is nineteen. We've been thinking a ... A: Katie, The age of Consent in Minnesota is 16. If you are 19 or older and have sex with someone ... | |
| dating question | 8/14/2008 |
| Q: I am sixteen on 8/16/08 and my really good guy friend, Cameron, is nineteen. We've been thinking a ... A: Katie, The laws vary from state to state. Some states prohibit contact between juveniles 16 and ... | |
| Blackstone Career Institute | 8/2/2008 |
| Q: I am considering enrolling in the Paralegal Certificate program at Blackstone. I did a Google ... A: Amy, The benefits with Blackstone over any other course not a traditional "brick and mortar" ... | |
| political signs | 8/1/2008 |
| Q: I work for a government entity. There policy reads, that we can't put up signs for anyone that is ... A: Hannah, Unfortunately the answer is yes. As a employee of a government entity your employer has ... | |
| school video | 5/18/2008 |
| Q: My child was suspended from school for starting a food fight. He had thrown his sandwich on his own ... A: Carolyn, This is true. Due to the quasi-government nature of a public school they have more ... | |
| freedom of speech | 5/15/2008 |
| Q: More than ten years ago I lived in Beaumont, TX.. My boyfriend was outside being accused by the ... A: Heather, Your speech could have been construed as "fighting words." The officers may be able to ... | |
| backyard privacy | 5/12/2008 |
| Q: i live in california and I am always having the city look over my 6 1/2 ft block-walls.just ... A: Michael, Here is my suggestion. If the CCR (California Code of Regulations) does not have any ... | |
| joke at work | 5/12/2008 |
| Q: i said something that was taken racial and i want to know if i said sorry soon as i said it and ... A: Noah, There is a distinction between the freedom to say what you want in public places and in your ... | |
| dating | 5/7/2008 |
| Q: i am 17 and will be turning 18 June 20,2008 and i am dating a girl that is 14 and will turn 15 July ... A: Chris, In some jurisdictions the answer is no, and in some yes. My suggestion is to contact your ... | |
| First amendment rights | 4/30/2008 |
| Q: should students have to give up freedom of the press while in school? A: Mohamed, Generally not, but because the school is a forum of limited public access the school ... | |
| Free Speech Rights of Teachers | 4/27/2008 |
| Q: When a judge attempts to balance the free speech rights of a teacher versus the right of the school ... A: Mr./Mrs. T, Speech and assembly can be broadly regulated in non-public forums such as schools. A ... | |
| Love and Age | 5/11/2007 |
| Q: i kiss and hug her and i take good care of her,i want to know if this is an ok thing to do because ... A: Nick, You do not list what state you reside in but my experience tells me that most states protect ... | |
Answers by Expert:
Jeffrey-Peter Hauck
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Expertise
I would welcome the opportunity to answer questions related to or relating to the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.
Experience
Adjunct professor of criminal justice and political science teaching the courses of "criminal law" and "constitutional law" among others.
Decorated retired 15 year veteran police sergeant, twice promoted through the civil service commission. Served in the capacities of patrol officer, training officer, SWAT officer, first line patrol supervisor and administrative supervisor. Holder of over 50 certifications relating to police instruction. Currently a licensed private detective.
8 year veteran of the United States Army as a Staff-Sergeant/
E-6. Served as Platoon Sergeant and other roles. Primary MOS was 11B3PF7, Airborne Infantry NCO and Pathfinder. Cross trained as supply NCO (76Y) and administration NCO (71L). Graduate of PLDC, BNCOC, and ANCOC leadership schools. Current subject matter expert and CBRN (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, & Nuclear) Commissioned Chemical Branch Officer in the U.S. Army Reserve.
Organizations
ASIS International.
Police Executive Research Forum (PERF).
National Criminal Justice Association (NCJA).
Academy of Security Educators and Trainers (ASET).
American Society of Criminology (ASC).
National Tactical Officers Association (NTOA).
International Tae Kwon Do Union (ITU).
Publications
Published Full length novel, “Ports And Happy Havens,” Co-authored with L.A. Broskey, Copyright. ISBN: 1-4208-1261-0.
Full length novel, “The Awful Grace Of God,” Co-authored with L.A. Broskey, Copyright (publishing in progress).
Review & Discussion of the case of: Rydzewski v. Workers’ Compensation Appeal Board. Published in the PA Administrative Law Journal. Summer 2002.
Review & Discussion of the case of: Burley v. Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare. Published in the PA Administrative Law Journal. Spring 2003.
Review & Discussion of the case of: LTV Steel Company, Inc. v. Workers' Compensation Appeal Board. Published in the PA Administrative Law Journal. Spring 2003.
“Model Emergency Response Team Policy and Member’s Manual.” 1999. Copyright.
“Women’s Fundamental Self-Defense Manual.” 1998. Copyright.
“Handcuffing Techniques Manual For Loss Prevention Officers.” 2002. Copyright.
Education/Credentials
Doctor of Jurisprudence (J.D.), Widener University School of Law.
Harrisburg, PA.
Graduate of the Law and Government Institute of Widener University School of Law. Certification in Law & Government. Harrisburg, PA.
B.A. Criminal Justice, DeSales University. Center Valley, PA.
Certified Legal Assistant & Paralegal,
Blackstone Career Institute, Emmaus, PA.
Licensed Private Detective,
Lehigh County, Pennsylvania.
Certified Special & General Law Enforcement Academy Educator/Trainer
Pennsylvania Municipal Police Officers’ Training And Education Commission (MPOTEC).
Certified Law Enforcement Trainer (CLET) Certification,
American Society for Law Enforcement Training (ASLET), Frederick, MD.
Municipal Police Officer Certificate of Training & Licensure (Act 120), Police Academy Training.
Awards and Honors
United States Army Meritorious Service Medal.
United States Army Commendation Medal, awarded twice.
United States Army Achievement Medal, awarded four times.
United States Army Good Conduct Medal.
United States Army Expert Infantry Badge.
United States Army Parachutist Badge.
Government of Honduras Parachutist Badge.
United States Army Air-Assault Badge.
United States Army Pathfinder Badge.
American Police Hall of Fame’s “Legion of Honor Award for Line of Duty Injury.”
Venerable Order of The Knights of Michael The Archangel, “Knight Chevalier Award.”
American Police Hall of Fame’s “Honor Award.”
The John Edgar Hoover Memorial Gold Medal for Distinguished Public Service Award.
American Police Hall of Fame “Long and Honorable Service Certificate.”
American Federation of Police and Concerned Citizens’ “George
Washington Second Amendment Gun Rights Award.”
American Police Hall of Fame “President’s National Medal of Patriotism.”
Widener University School of Law “Dean’s Honor List.”
International Tae Kwon Do Union’s (ITU) World Wide Martial Arts Hall of Fame Award for “Assistant Instructor of the Year,” 2002.
“Who’s Who Among American Law Students,” 22nd Edition, 2002 Recognition Award.
World Karate Union Hall of Fame, “Instructor Of The Year For Police Control Tactics & Self-Defense,” 2004.
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