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answered on Aug 10, 2017
I see no problem based on these facts, since you're an adult. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials,... View More 
What are the legal implications for the parents? What are the legal implications for the child?
answered on Aug 4, 2017
There may be truancy repercussions on both the child and the parents. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors,... View More
answered on Aug 3, 2017
As I am sure that you know, retailers of tobacco products cannot sell or give any such product to any person who is under 21 years of age.
http://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?sectionNum=22958.&lawCode=BPC;... View More
I'm 18 years old. My mom and I got a green card through the marriage. I've been living in California since they married. Relationsguos between us are very bad.My mother and stepfather force me to go back to my country to my father and threaten to me that only they can let me live in... View More
answered on Aug 4, 2017
If you're 18, I see no reason why you have to live with them. Consult with an immigration lawyer. This answer does not constitute legal advice; make any predictions, guarantees, or warranties; or create any Attorney-Client relationship.
My friend was sent child pornography by someone who is actively targetting her over a messaging software. If we report this to authorities, can she get in trouble for possession of it if it's seen in her DMs during investigation? She has not saved, nor sent these images to anyone. We need to... View More
answered on Jul 25, 2017
Innocent, unwanted receipt of such materials, based on the facts, may be a defense to the crime. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me, my credentials,... View More
am 17 and will be graduating in the next month. I would like to pursue voulenteer opportunities and I must be either 18 or emancipated to do so. My mother won’t let me sit around until then so we decided that it would be best if I was emancipated. Only problem is, I don’t have enough money to... View More
answered on Jul 25, 2017
Emancipation is a serious step. Welfare may be an option. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media... View More
Im losing my rights on 8/23 i need to do something asap but I'm being ignored is there a higher motion or court or a place to report this. I even called my case workers supervisor and her supervisors supervisor and no luck
answered on Jul 25, 2017
You can file for custody rights, or you may need to file a motion for contempt. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors,... View More
One of my friends who is 14 just told me that she is sleeping with a 25-year-old I'm scared as to what would happen if they ever get caught but what would happen if they do get caught? How long would he go to prison for ? If she says it was consensual will he still get in trouble ? And... View More
answered on Jul 18, 2017
There are so many legal issues involved in that question, it reminded me of taking the bar exam a few decades ago! I'll do my best to just give answers, and then provide a little narrative in what could be a game changer!
1) if they were caught, it would definitely be statutory rape... View More
I am a minor and I bought my phone with the money from my job
answered on Jul 18, 2017
That sounds like conversion of personal property. Is child abuse an issue here? More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors,... View More
My vehicle was stolen by my landlord's grandson. The police recovered the car but it was in a very poor condition, with an estimated cost of 11-12k to repair. The suspect turned himself in the following day and admitted the theft of my vehicle. The department of children and family services... View More
answered on Jul 16, 2017
Parents are liable for the wilful misconduct of their children, so you could sue the child and the parent in Small Claims, but it seems unlikely that you will collect. You chose a $2.5k deductible. It saved you money on your premium, but it's going to cost you now.
answered on Jul 10, 2017
Are you a minor? Do you live in their home? More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/... View More
How can they punish me if it was my first offense?
answered on Jul 1, 2017
You should not be discussing this on a public forum. They can use evidence against you for all crimes against the store. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my... View More
We are both 17 years old and parents too a 2 month old baby boy. Can we get married while he is in juvenile hall?
answered on Jul 1, 2017
Sex with a minor is a crime, just so you know. Consent from a minor is legally invalid. You may marry with your parents' permission. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more... View More
my daughter was removed from my house without a court order while I was absent approx. 2 and 1/2 months ago , I am searching for an experience attorney that can turn things around if time is on my side, it is an ongoing case . With a review set 12 months looking to get back my child sooner. the... View More
answered on Jul 1, 2017
It's key to know the facts and review the filings here. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/... View More
I'm an 18 year old living with my parents. My parents pay for my phone bill and gifted me the phone and other devices. I let them do it because I am aware that I am not doing anything of malice, but it does make me uncomfortable. Even if I do talk to my parents, they won't entertain me... View More
answered on Sep 8, 2017
As an 18-year-old you can open your own bank account in your own name without anyone else on the account. It only takes a few dollars to open an account. You might go to your own bank where the existing account is, and ask to open your own account in your own name. Then, once you have done that,... View More
My parents withheld my son after babysitting him, I wanted to handle things in a civil manner so I tried to talk to them about picking up my son daily. They called CPS making false accusations regarding substance abuse at which time CPS did not contact us and went to my parents to see my son. My... View More
answered on Jun 29, 2017
You can file for custody and bring evidence to support your case. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media... View More
She refuses to stay at home, has some mental health issues, and is violent. She was arrested for damaging our home and has a court case next week.
answered on Jun 27, 2017
Are you seeking to terminate your parental rights? More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/... View More
answered on Jun 26, 2017
I'm not sure I understand this question. What do you mean "is there anything stopping her?" Do you mean legally? Financially? At 18 she is an adult. She is free to make her own decisions about where to live and free to make her own mistakes.
My child and another were left behind during an evening hike supervised by the camp counselors. They did not correctly follow company procedures; they did not take a head count of the children.
answered on Jun 24, 2017
They should have reported the children as missing. However if they never knew they were missing I don't know that they are required to report an incident where the children are found. However the public health department licenses summer camps and you would want to check with them. Note:... View More
answered on Jun 25, 2017
Sexual interactions with a minor are a crime in CA, as a minor's consent is invalid. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors,... View More
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