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3 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Florida on
Q: How do we legally get a 15 yr old to stop having sex with a thirteen yr old

The girl is 13 the boy is 15 he keeps sleeping with her even though he has been asked to stay away They have had a condom break and he went out and got someone to buy her a morning after pill and still won't back off. He is a manipulative con artist and has no respect or morals for anyone... View More

Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 26, 2015

There is no way to beat the system, neither child can consent to sexual activities at their ages and both can be charged. Outside of the law, I would recommend both sets of parents keeping a closer watch on their children.

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2 Answers | Asked in Employment Law for Florida on
Q: I would like my former employer not to enforce a non compete agreement I signed. Will this be possible?

The company I worked for is based in FLL. They are a concession on board luxury cruise ships.

They can no longer offer me employment due to unavailibility of ships. I was not fired nor did I leave on bad grounds. If circumstances allowed, I would still be working for them.

I have... View More

Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 26, 2015

The agreement would have to be reviewed by a lawyer before any legitimate answer can be given.

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2 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law for Florida on
Q: Theme park noise around my house I was never told about when I purchased my house

Purchased my house 2 years ego as a foreclosure in Florida and never was told there will be fireworks every night at 8/9/10 pm every night or occasionally a concert . First it was ok , it's not that bad , but the more I leave in he house , they more it's disturbing me and annoying .... View More

Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 26, 2015

You went to the noise, there is nothing you can do.

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2 Answers | Asked in Intellectual Property for Florida on
Q: How can i get me a patent attorney with a contingency lawsuit case
Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 26, 2015

Call a few and ask if they would accept that type of payment plan.

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2 Answers | Asked in Workers' Compensation for Florida on
Q: What can I do if get hit by a coworker
Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 26, 2015

You can have criminal or civil charges filed against him/her.

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2 Answers | Asked in Family Law for Florida on
Q: is there some sort of legal rights that a teenager has agiants parents for invaition of privicy over technology

For the past three years my mother has attached a program to my phone where she can read every single thing I do. (including texting, Instagram, Facebook, google searches and even Snapchats that I have already opened) and I don't do anything bad she calls all of this trying to protect me but... View More

Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 26, 2015

There isn't really anything you can do until you turn 18.

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Florida on
Q: Legal or illegal for a 32F and an 18M to date and have sex?
Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 26, 2015

...they are both adults. It is legal.

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2 Answers | Asked in Libel & Slander for Florida on
Q: Can you sue a bar for barring you for hear say. Slandering your name all over town?
Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 22, 2015

No, they don't have to serve you.

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2 Answers | Asked in Environmental for Florida on
Q: What type of attorney do I need to sue county for allowing bad/toxic drinking water?
Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 22, 2015

A toxic tort lawyer would love this case.

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2 Answers | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Florida on
Q: Texting and Driving Ticket: Was not texting. I was using recent call list to call 2 people. Only used Call button.

Was using the recent list and using the call button. Never typed a thing. Have call logs showing the call out/in, which was a length of 4 minutes in total of calling people and finally me picking up a call and being pulled over right after I answered it. Was pulled over at an earlier time than... View More

Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 22, 2015

You can request a copy, but I seriously doubt they have a video that actually shows you texting. Keep fighting it and make them prove their case.

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2 Answers | Asked in Foreclosure for Florida on
Q: House I live in is in foreclosure and I do not pay rent. what can I do?

The house is owned by my sister who said she would make the payments as long as I do the upkeep on the house and pay for the utilities. I do not know where she is. There is also no lease, I have no money and no options where to go .

Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 22, 2015

You should speak to a foreclosure attorney as soon as possible.

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Florida on
Q: Is it a illegal for a 17-year-old and an 18-year-old to have intercourse in the state of Florida
Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 22, 2015

Mr. De Groot is correct.

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2 Answers | Asked in Employment Law for Florida on
Q: If I own a business and I knowingly let a customer bring other new customers to my place of business and represent

Himself as my partner what liabilities do I incure

Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 22, 2015

You are opening yourself up to the same liability as your "partner". You should stop that action immediately.

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3 Answers | Asked in Family Law for Florida on
Q: Can i still get child support from my sons father if i got married?

My sons father and i are not together. He is married and i am engaged. I was told i couldnt get childsupport from him if i got married. Is this true?

Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 22, 2015

Nope.

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2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Florida on
Q: What should i do after shoplifting during green card process

Hello,i am in process with a green card as a spouse of asylum.me and my husband already got invitation to fingerprints.This case is in Florida.I was cough with shoplifting 2 days ago and was arrested in New York. How should I disclose about this arrest if in fingerprints there is no forms for... View More

Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 22, 2015

You should consult an immigration and criminal defense attorney.

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2 Answers | Asked in Family Law for Florida on
Q: Is it true that once a man has 10 children he can't be put on child support?

He lives in FT. Myers, FL. And said he is trying to have more kids because he will be free from child support once he has 10.

Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 22, 2015

No

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2 Answers | Asked in Employment Law for Florida on
Q: I know someone who got fired for changing the date on a policy. This is their first offense. Could their have been

other actions that could have been taken? Like incense suspension for a period of time. They have been working there for 13 years. And never had another issue.

Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 22, 2015

You would need to post more facts, I'm not really sure what you are asking.

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2 Answers | Asked in Employment Law for Florida on
Q: CAn I sue my employer for not disclosing a pay decrease?

There's been a rumor around work, but no one from corporate has specifically sent out anything officially stating there has been a pay decrease.

Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 22, 2015

Absent a contract stating otherwise, no.

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Florida on
Q: Can a 25 year old have sex with a 16 year old in florida
Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 15, 2015

Not legally.

1 Answer | Asked in Juvenile Law for Florida on
Q: Can a 9 year old go out with a 15 year old in Florida
Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 15, 2015

I suppose it would depend on your definition of "going out." I strongly suggest you stay away from this.

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