Possession

task that it is intended for. Topic 2: Property: Adverse Possession of Land 1) Introduction Adverse possession is an interesting concept, where an individual can gain ownership of land, just by residing on it without the owner knowing. The purpose of this is to ensure that the original owner of the land is not neglecting his or her property. 2) Summary of law on topic Adverse possession is a method of acquiring title to real property by possession for a statutory period under certain conditions.…

INTRODUCTION: This case involves the arrest of Jaime Zacarias for an open container of alcohol in violation of PMC 9.24.030- Possession of an Open Container of Alcohol in public. The suspect was found to have crystal methamphetamine in his possesion in violation of H&S 11377(a)-Possession of Methamphetamine. The suspect was arrested and later cited out. INVESTIGATION: On 12-23-15 at 0949 hours, I was working uniformed patrol with Officer Cass #2067. We were traveling west on Orange Grove Bl.…

Have you ever sacrificed your possessions for a loved one in your life? The short story, "The Gift of The Magi," by O. Henry is an amazing short story about love and sacrifice between a couple. A Sir, named Jim, and a madam, named Della. Both made sacrifices in this short story by giving up the possessions they value most in their relationship. Sacrifice in this short story is shown by a couple giving up their most valuable possessions for each other. Della and Jim used all of their money to buy…

of demanding more property than they are entitled to. As executor, I had to handle a demanding beneficiary which started with a wish list for personal possessions soon after the funeral. In the article The Mistake I Made in the First Few Days, I had mentioned that a beneficiary and others went to the second floor bedrooms looking at possessions of the decedent. I knew then that I made a huge mistake having the reception at the decedent’s home, but I had no clue of the eventual consequence.…

joint possession of narcotics and Preston “Bodie” Broadus should be convicted of aiding and abetting possession with intent to distribute. The exchanges seen in the CCTV footage clearly portray drug transactions with Carr and Wallace as the principal intenders for distribution and Broadus knowingly assisting in the process. The elements of unlawful possession are intention to have the drug and control of the drug; both elements are met by Carr and Wallace. (CL) Carr has actual possession of…

guard did not have constructive possession of Marshall’s property because he did not have the special relationship required to establish constructive possession. One of the ways constructive possession is satisfied is if one has a special relationship with the employer. See, e.g., People v. Galoia, 31 Cal. App. 4th, 595 (1994) (finding no special relationship when a “Good Samaritan” lacked sufficient interest in the property being taken). Constructive possession is not met if one lacks a…

Introduction and Historical Roots: The Doctrine of Adverse possession has astounded lawyers from it’s induction in law, accellerating intense legal debate for the justification for this "strange and wonderful" doctrine per Holmes. From it’s appearance in the Code of Hammurabi to it’s presence with English lawyers in decisions ranging from the Statute of Wills in 1540, the Statute of Tenures in 1660 and even in current pending cases, this doctrine has been controversial in every respect ranging…

Belief in the possibility of demonic possession is decreasing since medical knowledge continues to evolve. What was previously considered to be individual's controlled by a demon are now commonly thought to be numerous forms of mental illness, most commonly dissociative identity disorder. “Deliverance, also known as exorcism or expulsion of demons, is the primary mode of treatment for mental illnesses thought to be caused by demonic possession. It is possible for deliverance practices to…

Jermaine Porte, was not the official owner of the vehicle. The state did not prove constructive possession or dominion over the vehicle or gun. Another example, Miller v. State (1999) the court found James Luther Miller guilty of constructive possession of marijuana. Even though, the vehicle was jointly - occupied and Miller was a passenger. But, since the marijuana was not in plain view; the court felt James was aware and…

escaping from the Kyklops’ cave, which was very successful up to this point. Also, by revealing his name, as a raider of cities, he does not the slightest regard to his or his men’s safety, which expresses the negative effects of his lack of self possession on him and people around him. Later, instead of revealing his name, Odysseus “never blinked…had this trick – wept, if he willed to, inwardly” (360). In front of his beloved wife Penelope, Odysseus had to hold in all the tears that he had…