**A P Updates 12/8/24** ===== Current process for creating models ===== * Use [[https://github.com/jtlicardo/bpmn-assistant|bpmn-assistant]] to design models (I've tested claude and gpt with decent results, and the students have confirmed gemini is working) * Embed the downloaded XML in the dokuwiki wiki (here) using the BPMN tool in the WYSIWYG editor * Discuss as needed then port over to [[https://www.spiffworkflow.org/|Spiff Workflow]] where it can be used and reviewed and put in to containers like [[https://lexi-jbirddog.wasmer.app/|How to start a business in Charlottesville]] ===== Review of legal data pulls ===== * get data from will's code for virginia * create postgres for database layer * look at process extraction libraries [[Hierarchy]] [[Questions and BPMN Models]] **K.S. Updates 10/19/24** Will's code for Virginia converted to .txt files. Of 6 files, 4 were uploaded to Dify_. Three prompts were created for the following : - Create a list of laws in a text file and describe processes - Create a hierarchy of items within the text file. - Create a detailed process read out based on one law name. Results are presented as a whole below. **PROMPT 1:** ``` xml 1. Receive the file name as input. 2. Analyze the content of the file associated with the given file name to identify relevant laws. 3. For each law identified, categorize it into appropriate categories. 4. List any actions specified within each law. 5. Provide a step-by-step summary of each law. 6. Ensure that the output does not contain any XML tags. {{file_name}} {{law_name}} {{law_category}} {{law_actions}} {{law_summary}} Environmental_Protection_Act.pdf Environmental Protection Act Environmental Law Regulate emissions, Protect endangered species Step 1: Define environmental standards. Step 2: Implement regulations for emissions. Step 3: Establish protections for endangered species. ``` Sure! Below is the output based on your requirements for the file `us_va_statutes.txt_part_1.txt`. ``` laws: law: name: Virginia Consumer Protection Act category: Consumer Protection actions: Prohibit deceptive practices, Provide remedies for consumers summary: Step 1: Define deceptive practices. Step 2: Prohibit such practices. Step 3: Outline consumer remedies available. law: name: Virginia Freedom of Information Act category: Public Access to Information actions: Guarantee public access to government records, Establish procedures for document requests summary: Step 1: Define public records. Step 2: Ensure accessibility of records. Step 3: Outline request procedures for citizens. law: name: Virginia Fair Housing Law category: Housing Law actions: Prohibit discrimination in housing, Provide avenues for complaints summary: Step 1: Define discrimination in housing. Step 2: Prohibit discriminatory practices. Step 3: Establish complaint procedures for affected individuals. law: name: Virginia Code of Ethical Conduct category: Ethics Law actions: Set ethical standards for public officials, Provide enforcement mechanisms summary: Step 1: Define ethical standards for officials. Step 2: Establish consequences for violations. Step 3: Implement oversight for compliance. law: name: Virginia Employment Discrimination Act category: Employment Law actions: Prohibit employment discrimination, Allow for legal recourse summary: Step 1: Define discrimination in employment. Step 2: Prohibit discriminatory practices. Step 3: Allow employees to seek legal action. law: name: Virginia Code of Criminal Procedure category: Criminal Law actions: Outline criminal procedure, Ensure rights of the accused summary: Step 1: Define criminal procedures. Step 2: Ensure safeguarding individual rights. Step 3: Implement procedures for trials and appeals. ``` This output provides a structured overview of laws as per the specified file. ``` laws: law: name: "Virginia Code - Title 18.2" category: "Criminal Law" actions: "Prohibit theft, Define penalties for assault" summary: "Step 1: Define various theft offenses. Step 2: Establish classifications of assault. Step 3: Outline penalties for violations." law: name: "Virginia Code - Title 22.1" category: "Education Law" actions: "Establish educational institutions, Set standards for teachers" summary: "Step 1: Outline structure of public education. Step 2: Define teacher certification requirements. Step 3: Implement curricula policies." law: name: "Virginia Code - Title 58.1" category: "Tax Law" actions: "Collect taxes, Regulate tax returns" summary: "Step 1: Define taxable income. Step 2: Establish tax collection procedures. Step 3: Enforce penalties for tax evasion." law: name: "Virginia Code - Title 29.1" category: "Wildlife Law" actions: "Regulate hunting, Protect wildlife habitats" summary: "Step 1: Set hunting seasons and limits. Step 2: Define protected species. Step 3: Implement conservation measures." ``` laws: law: name: "Virginia Code Title 18.2 - Crimes and Offenses Generally" category: "Criminal Law" actions: "Define crimes, Set penalties, Establish enforcement procedures" summary: "Step 1: Identify specific criminal acts. Step 2: Outline penalties for offenses. Step 3: Establish law enforcement protocols." law: name: "Virginia Code Title 46.2 - Motor Vehicles" category: "Transportation Law" actions: "Regulate vehicle operation, Set traffic laws, Establish penalties for violations" summary: "Step 1: Define vehicle operation rules. Step 2: Implement traffic regulations. Step 3: Specify penalties for violations." law: name: "Virginia Code Title 54.1 - Professions and Occupations" category: "Regulatory Law" actions: "Regulate professional licenses, Set standards for practice, Establish enforcement mechanisms" summary: "Step 1: Outline licensing requirements for professions. Step 2: Define standards for practice. Step 3: Implement enforcement and disciplinary actions." Sure! Here's the output for the file us_va_statutes.txt_part_6.txt based on the provided instructions: laws: law: name: "Virginia Code § 1-100 - General Provisions" category: "General Law" actions: "Define legal terminology, Establish rules for legal interpretation" summary: "Step 1: Define key legal terms used throughout the code. Step 2: Establish the framework for interpreting laws within Virginia." law: name: "Virginia Code § 18.2-31 - Murder" category: "Criminal Law" actions: "Define degrees of murder, Establish penalties" summary: "Step 1: Define what constitutes first-degree and second-degree murder. Step 2: Outline the penalties associated with each degree." law: name: "Virginia Code § 46.2-341.24 - Driving Under the Influence" category: "Traffic Law" actions: "Establish blood alcohol content limits, Set penalties for violations" summary: "Step 1: Define the legal blood alcohol content limit for operating a vehicle. Step 2: Outline the consequences of driving under the influence." law: name: "Virginia Code § 20-91 - Grounds for Divorce" category: "Family Law" actions: "Define legal grounds for divorce, Outline procedures" summary: "Step 1: List acceptable grounds for obtaining a divorce in Virginia. Step 2: Detail the procedural steps necessary to file for divorce." law: name: "Virginia Code § 63.2-100 - Definitions Related to Social Services" category: "Social Services Law" actions: "Define terms related to social services, Set framework for service delivery" summary: "Step 1: List definitions for key terms used in social services law. Step 2: Establish the framework for how social services are delivered in Virginia." law: name: "Virginia Code § 22.1-1 - Education In Virginia" category: "Education Law" actions: "Define education system structure, Establish rules for school governance" summary: "Step 1: Outline the structure of the educational system in Virginia. Step 2: Establish governance rules for public schools." This output provides a structured overview of selected laws from the contents of the specified file. Each law includes its name, category, actions, and a step-by-step summary as instructed. Laws: Law: Name: Virginia Code Title 18.2 - Crimes and Offenses Generally Category: Criminal Law Actions: Define criminal offenses, Establish penalties for offenses, Outline defenses Summary: Step 1: Define various criminal offenses in the Commonwealth. Step 2: Establish appropriate penalties for those offenses. Step 3: Outline available defenses for individuals accused of crimes. Law: Name: Virginia Code Title 54.1 - Professions and Occupations Category: Professional Regulation Actions: License professionals, Set professional standards, Regulate professional conduct Summary: Step 1: Establish licensure requirements for various professions. Step 2: Set standards to ensure professional competency. Step 3: Regulate conduct to maintain public trust in professional services. Law: Name: Virginia Code Title 62.1 - Waters of the Commonwealth Category: Environmental Law Actions: Manage water resources, Protect water quality, Regulate water usage Summary: Step 1: Define policies for the management of water resources in Virginia. Step 2: Implement measures to protect water quality. Step 3: Regulate usage to ensure sustainable water supply. Law: Name: Virginia Code Title 16.1 - Courts Not of Record Category: Judicial Procedure Actions: Establish procedures for handling minor cases, Define jurisdiction of courts, Set rules for appeals Summary: Step 1: Establish procedures for the handling of minor civil and criminal cases. Step 2: Define the jurisdiction of courts not of record. Step 3: Set rules and procedures for appeals from these courts. Law: Name: Virginia Code Title 30 - General Assembly Category: Legislative Procedure Actions: Outline legislative processes, Define roles of lawmakers, Set rules for legislative sessions Summary: Step 1: Outline the processes through which laws are proposed and enacted. Step 2: Define the responsibilities and roles of members of the General Assembly. Step 3: Set rules for the organization and conduct of legislative sessions. **PROMPT 2** ``xml You are tasked with producing a hierarchical list of terms that can be used to describe and classify the contents of a given file. Follow these steps to complete the task: 1. Receive the file name provided in the variable {{file_name}}. 2. Analyze the contents of the file to identify key themes, topics, or categories. 3. Organize the identified terms into a hierarchical structure, starting with broader categories and narrowing down to more specific subcategories. 4. Ensure that the terms are clearly defined and relevant to the contents of the file. 5. Present the final list in a clear, structured format without any XML tags. The output should be a plain text list of terms arranged hierarchically. {{file_name}} {{hierarchical_terms_list}} If the input file name is "Wildlife_Conservation_Report.pdf", the output might look like: - Wildlife Conservation - Endangered Species - Tigers - Elephants - Habitat Preservation - Forests - Wetlands ``` _________________ Section 1 Virginia State Statutes * Government Structure * Executive Branch * Legislative Branch * Judicial Branch * Criminal Law * Felonies * Misdemeanors * Punishments * Civil Law * Contracts * Torts * Family Law * Divorce * Child Custody * Property Law * Real Estate * Lease Agreements * Zoning Regulations * Environmental Law * Conservation * Pollution Control * Business Law * Corporations * Partnerships * Labor Law * Employment Rights * Workplace Safety * Education Law * Public School System * Higher Education Regulations * Health Law * Public Health * Healthcare Providers Virginia Statutes * Legal Framework * State Constitution * Code of Virginia * Criminal Law * Offenses * Felonies * Misdemeanors * Defenses * Justification * Insanity * Civil Law * Contracts * Breach of Contract * Enforcement * Torts * Negligence * Liability * Family Law * Marriage * Divorce * Child Custody * Adoption * Procedures * Eligibility * Property Law * Real Estate * Sale and Purchase * Leases * Personal Property * Ownership Rights * Transfers * Administrative Law * Regulatory Agencies * Authority and Functions * License Requirements * Professional Licenses * Business Licenses * Tax Law * State Taxes * Income Tax * Property Tax * Federal Compliance * Reporting Requirements * Audits Section 3 Virginia Statutes Administrative Code Family Law Marriage Child Custody [[Divorce]] Property Law Real Estate Leases Tenant Rights Criminal Law Felonies Misdemeanors Sentencing Guidelines Business Law Corporations Limited Liability Companies Contracts Civil Rights Employment Discrimination Voting Rights Housing Discrimination Environmental Law Conservation Pollution Control Land Use Education Law School Regulations Special Education Teacher Certification Health Law Patient Rights Medical Malpractice Public Health Regulations Section 4 Virginia Statutes Civil Law Contracts Torts Property Real Property Personal Property Criminal Law Felonies Misdemeanors Defenses Insanity Self-Defense Family Law Marriage Divorce Child Custody Administrative Law Regulatory Agencies Licensing Hearings Employment Law Employee Rights Workplace Safety Discrimination Environmental Law Conservation Pollution Control Wildlife Protection Business Law Corporations Partnerships Intellectual Property Education Law Public School System Higher Education Special Education Section 5 1. Legal Frameworks * Statutory Law * Common Law * Administrative Law 2. Virginia State Statutes * Overview of Virginia Law * Interpretation of Statutes * Legislative Process in Virginia 3. Specific Legal Topics * Criminal Law * Offenses * Punishments * Defenses * Civil Law * Contracts * Torts * Property Law * Family Law * Marriage * Divorce * Child Custody 4. Regulatory Bodies * Virginia General Assembly * Virginia Supreme Court * State Agencies 5. Legal Terminology * Jurisdiction * Precedent * Due Process 6. Recent Legislative Changes * Amendments to Existing Statutes * Introduction of New Laws * Impact on Citizens and Legal Practice 7. Historical Context * Evolution of Virginia Law * Significant Legal Cases * Influences of Federal Law on State Statutes 8. Practical Applications * Legal Procedures * Rights and Responsibilities * Legal Aid and Resources Section 6 Virginia Statutes * Criminal Law * Felonies * Misdemeanors * Defenses * Civil Law * Contracts * Breach of Contract * Remedies * Torts * Negligence * Liability * Family Law * Divorce * Child Custody * Adoption * Property Law * Real Property * Personal Property * Ownership * Transfer * Business Law * Corporations * Partnerships * Limited Partnerships * General Partnerships * Administrative Law * Regulatory Agencies * Licensing Requirements * Environmental Law * Pollution Control * Land Use * Zoning Laws * Easements * Labor Law * Employment Rights * Workplace Safety * Constitutional Law * Rights and Liberties * Judicial Review **PROMPT 3** ``` xml Please follow the steps below to generate a detailed list of processes described in the specified law: 1. Identify the law name provided in the input variable {{law_name}}. 2. Research and analyze the law to extract all relevant processes that individuals can engage with. 3. Organize the processes into a clear and detailed list format, ensuring that each process is described thoroughly. 4. Ensure that the output is comprehensive enough for a person to understand exactly what actions they can take with respect to this law. 5. Do not include any XML tags in the output; it should be plain text. The output should be a detailed list of processes related to the law specified in {{law_name}}. {{law_name}} {{process_list}} Input: Environmental Protection Act Output: 1. Submit an application for an environmental permit. 2. Participate in public consultations regarding environmental assessments. 3. Report any violations of environmental regulations to the authorities. 4. Engage in community clean-up initiatives supported by the act. ``` Virginia Code § 20-91 - Initiate a Divorce Proceeding: Individuals seeking a divorce can file a complaint in the circuit court of their jurisdiction. This involves filling out the necessary forms and providing reasons for the divorce, including any evidence of fault if applicable. - File for Child Custody and Support: Alongside divorce proceedings, individuals may file requests for child custody and child support. This entails submitting detailed forms that outline custody preferences, financial circumstances, and the needs of the child or children. - Obtain a Spousal Support Order: A spouse can request spousal support (also known as alimony) during divorce proceedings. This requires submitting a petition to the court, which includes financial disclosures and evidence justifying the need for support. - Petition for Equitable Distribution of Marital Property: Individuals have the right to petition the court for an equitable distribution of marital property. This involves disclosing all assets and debts acquired during the marriage, along with arguing for a fair division based on various factors considered by the court. - Respond to Divorce Petition: If served with a divorce petition, individuals must respond within a set time frame. This includes filing a counter-petition or an answer, detailing their stance on the claims made by the other party. - Attend Mediation or Settlement Conferences: Courts may mandate mediation as a way to resolve disputes related to divorce, custody, or support amicably. Participants must be prepared to negotiate potential agreements and work with a neutral mediator. - Request Modification of Existing Orders: Post-divorce, if circumstances change (e.g., loss of income, change in living arrangements), individuals can file a motion to modify child support, custody, or spousal support orders. This will require filing forms that demonstrate a significant change in circumstances. - Enforce Custody and Support Orders: If a party fails to adhere to custody or support orders, individuals may file a motion for enforcement in court. This involves documenting instances of non-compliance and seeking remedies, which may include wage garnishment or modification of custody. - Seek Temporary Orders: If immediate needs arise, such as for temporary child support or custody during divorce proceedings, individuals can file a motion for temporary orders, allowing the court to intervene before finalizing the divorce. - Appeal a Court Decision: If a party believes that the court's decision was unfair or erroneous, individuals have the right to appeal the decision to a higher court. This involves filing specific legal forms and providing grounds for the appeal based on legal errors. Virginia Fair Housing Law - File a Complaint: Individuals who believe they have experienced housing discrimination can file a complaint with the Virginia Office of Fair Housing. This complaint can be filed online or through a mailed form and must typically include specific details about the incident. - Seek Mediation: After filing a complaint, individuals may opt for mediation to resolve the issue with the housing provider. This process involves bringing both parties together to discuss and hopefully reach a mutually agreeable solution. - Request an Investigation: If mediation is unsuccessful or not chosen, individuals can request an investigation by the Virginia Fair Housing Office. This process involves a thorough examination of the complaint, which includes gathering evidence and testimonials from involved parties. - Participate in a Hearing: If the investigation finds reasonable cause to believe discrimination occurred, individuals can participate in a hearing before a qualified administrative law judge. This is a formal process where both parties may present evidence and witnesses. -Seek Remedies: If a violation is established, individuals may be entitled to remedies which can include monetary damages, changes in housing practices, and other equitable relief aimed at correcting the discriminatory actions. - Obtain Legal Assistance: Individuals may also seek legal assistance from private attorneys or non-profit organizations specializing in fair housing law to help them navigate the processes and represent them during hearings or negotiations. -File a Lawsuit: In addition to or instead of pursuing state-level remedies, individuals can file a lawsuit in state or federal court if they believe they have been discriminated against under the Fair Housing Act. This option should ideally be discussed with an attorney. - Engage in Educational Outreach: Individuals can also participate in educational programs and workshops related to fair housing laws, which can empower them and others to understand their rights and the importance of fair housing practices. - Report Violations: If individuals witness or know of violations of the Virginia Fair Housing Law by landlords or other housing providers, they can report these violations to the Virginia Fair Housing Office or local housing authorities to initiate investigations or enforcement actions. - Connect with Advocacy Groups: Individuals can connect with local or state fair housing advocacy groups that provide resources, support, and advocacy for victims of housing discrimination. These groups can offer guidance and help individuals understand their rights under the law.