Q: Am I responsible to repay money my 17y/o child stole from his fathers coworker, even though it happened at his home?
My ex and my 17 son live with my ex's coworker. While there, he stole $2000. My ex and I have joint legal custody. Am I responsible to have half of that even though it qadnt under my roof.
A: A juvenile court judge can order a parent of a minor child to pay restitution to a crime victim, upon conviction of the minor child in juvenile court. If your son has not been charged and found guilty, then you should not respond to any demands for payment from your ex or the co-worker. If you’re sued in small claims court, call a lawyer.
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