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Dr. T

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41. I was young and easily intimidated.

Sat May 30, 2026, 07:56 PM

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Ultimately, it got thrown out, but it cost me $250 for a lawyer. It emptied my savings account.

I had an adversarial relationship with the local police. They were hell bent on getting me for something.

Nice post, AZ8theist. That's news I can use.

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