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1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law, Adoption, Child Custody and Juvenile Law on
Q: How much time does a parent have to appeal a parental rights termination ruling? I was/am involved in a D & N case in ad

I had my parental rights terminated on 08/05/2020 . I feel like i got manipulated and played due to my diminished mental capacity.

Charles William Michaels
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answered on Nov 18, 2020

Usually, a party has 30 days to appeal a final judgment of any trial court. Since your trial court ruling was on August 5, I would think that your appeal period has passed. BUT check your local appellate rules!

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Adoption, Child Custody and Juvenile Law for Georgia on
Q: If my grandmother has custody of me and my mom won't let me go back to her what should I do?

My grandmother got custody of me when I was 7 months and (I'm 16 now). I've lived with my mom for the past three years and she always tells me I'm not going anywhere and that I can't go back and live with my grandma. I don't like being with my mom. I always hide my feelings... View More

Homer P Jordan IV
Homer P Jordan IV
answered on Nov 18, 2020

If your grandmother has full legal custody of you then she can take action to have you go live with her. Have her consult with an attorney or call the police.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Juvenile Law for Colorado on
Q: My friends 14yr old son punched her in the face and broke her nose. He also hits his brother and has fits of rage.

She had made several reports and no help, the police claim they can't step in. What can she do.

Sean Maye
Sean Maye
answered on Nov 16, 2020

The best course of action is therapy or counseling. There are certainly grounds for getting the police or the courts involved if the boy hit his mother intentionally, and certainly when the result was a broken nose. But criminal sanctions may possibly result in the boy being removed from the home... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Juvenile Law for New Jersey on
Q: If the person doesn't want to press charges on me can i still go to jail?
H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on Nov 15, 2020

Depends on who filed the charges, if filed by the police it generally doesn't matter what the victim wants.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Juvenile Law for New Jersey on
Q: I committed a felony for the first time ever, I have no criminal record at all. It was a third degree, and I'm a minor

I am 16

What may be the outcome? If I am charged.

The company said if I pay back the money that will be the end. It was a civil demand letter to be exact. They said they will not press charges or get the cops involved but I just want to know what can happen.

H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on Nov 15, 2020

If they keep their word and don't file charges nothing will happen to you.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and Juvenile Law for New Jersey on
Q: I am a minor, and I may be charged with a 3rd degree felony. The amount of money that was taken was $6,000 from my job.

What may be the charges and what can happen.

The company said they would not press charges, but it wasn't on paper.

H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on Nov 14, 2020

It would be the same as if you were an adult. It's a third degree case which subjects you up to 3 to 5 years in jail $15,000 fine probation and restitution as required by the court. If you do get charged to make sure your parents hire a good lawyer for you to reduce or eliminate these penalties.

1 Answer | Asked in Juvenile Law for Alabama on
Q: I am 16 years old and pregnant. My boyfriend is 17. Can I legally move in with him without my parents permission?

My boyfriend still lives at home with his parents who think the world of me, and I them. Actually, his family is a lot more supportive of me than my own family. I would love to be able to move in with him and his parents. But I am concerned about all the “LAWS” with things like this in Alabama.... View More

Sheila Crumley Field
Sheila Crumley Field
answered on Nov 13, 2020

No you may not move out of your parents home into your boyfriends home. If you do, they can be arrested for interference with custody and you can also be charged as a juvenile offender for ungovernable. The age of majority in Alabama when you can decide what to do on your own is 19. However at 18,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Family Law, Child Custody and Juvenile Law for Illinois on
Q: I have proof of and paper documentation of all of my rights have been broken!

I have proof! I've been shut down no one will help there is plenty of paperwork and documentation. My child has been stolen. And these people falsified information and documented that these allegations were true, without investigating! Please help us!!!!

Juan Ooink
Juan Ooink
answered on Nov 12, 2020

It seems that you need to hire a Family Law Attorney right away.

2 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Juvenile Law for New Mexico on
Q: Perhaps I didn't ask the question properly. My niece has a warrant for burglary in New Mexico. She has an 8 yr old girl

She wants to turn herself in with her lawyer but wants me to pick the daughter up before she does that so she's with someone safe. What should I do to make sure I have guardianship of her for school, medical and other things?

Sean Maye
Sean Maye
answered on Nov 11, 2020

The answer to this question is one rooted in NM law, unfortunately. As you would be attempting to assume custody of the child in NM, you will need to consult with a lawyer there regarding a possible emergency petition for temporary custody and guardianship. That said, it is highly unlikely that... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Juvenile Law for Colorado on
Q: My niece lives in New Mexico and has a warrant for her arrest for burglary she has an 8-year-old daughter and the dad's

Not in the picture. Can I go pick the daughter up and take custody of her?

John Hyland Barrett III
John Hyland Barrett III
answered on Nov 11, 2020

No, you have no basis at this time. You could consider bring an case in NM, depending on their laws. However, I doubt there is a basis. Perhaps the mother will consent to her daughter being with you.

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1 Answer | Asked in Adoption and Juvenile Law for Louisiana on
Q: If my roghts have been terminated in louisiana is there anything I can do to get them back?
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
answered on Nov 10, 2020

Hire a Juvenile Court lawyer and review the facts and pleadings

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Juvenile Law for New Jersey on
Q: can a non parent kick a minor out the house legally?

My mom lives with me, also my girlfriend and her two children do too. My girlfriend's 15 year old daughter hit my mother. And my mom kicked her out can she legally do that

Richard Diamond
Richard Diamond
answered on Nov 11, 2020

Are you really asking this as a legal question? You live with your girlfriend, her 2 children and your mother and an incident took place between your girlfriends 15 year old daughter and your mother, where the 15 year old struck your mother and in response to that incident, your mother told the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Juvenile Law for North Carolina on
Q: Hiwhat to do when the older sibling(21) has decided to pickup/keep the younger one(14) without my knowledge or consent?

I do have a Dss history my children were in custody at a foster home for 3 years I regained custody of the younger child 10/2017 however the older child aged out in foster care In June of 2017!. I have been sober since 7/7/2016. The minor is a transgender male and I have some nothing but be... View More

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answered on Nov 10, 2020

If you have custody, it is likely kidnapping - call local law enforcement and have the older sibling arrested. If law enforcement refuses to assist by calling it a 'civil matter' you will need to retain an attorney. Best of luck.

1 Answer | Asked in Juvenile Law for North Carolina on
Q: why are juvenile aftercare programs important
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Nov 20, 2020

A North Carolina attorney could answer best but your question remains open for two weeks. One reason is to help prepare for discharge from the Department of Corrections. Good luck

Tim Akpinar

2 Answers | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support and Juvenile Law for Georgia on
Q: Is there a law in Georgia that states a divorced parent can't move out of state?
Samantha A Holloway
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answered on Nov 8, 2020

I’m not aware of a law that prohibits a divorced parent to move out of state. However most parenting plans contain a provision that requires parents to notify each other in advance when they are moving.

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1 Answer | Asked in Juvenile Law for Louisiana on
Q: 4 yr old found wandering by law enforcement can parent be charged with improper supervision of a juvenile?

My 4 yr old grandson was placed in my custody after his mother was charged with child endangerment after the child wandered alone into the store next to their home. A week after being placed in my custody he unlocked the front door and wandered down the road while I was sleeping. I was charged with... View More

Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
answered on Nov 8, 2020

You need to hire a juvenile court attorney and put a bell on the 4 yr old.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody, Civil Litigation and Juvenile Law for North Carolina on
Q: How to fight a 50 c on my child

I need to know how to fight a 50 c that was took out on lies

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answered on Nov 6, 2020

This is the functional equivalent of asking us to teach you how to rebuild your car's transmission if you aren't a mechanic. There is simply too much information to covey in a forum like this. Your best bet is to consult with a local attorney. That said, in essence a 50 (c) usually... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody, Child Support and Juvenile Law for Illinois on
Q: will i get in trouble for Running away from a place my mom makes me live because she kicked me out

my mom kicked me out and let me live with my boyfriend and signed a paper saying his dad had custody but then she changed her mind and signed me over to my grandparents who i barley know we didnt go through anything legal it is just a paper out of a notebook saying i can live there do i have to... View More

Cheryl Powell
Cheryl Powell
answered on Nov 2, 2020

Legally, you are required to live wherever your parents say. No court order means nothing enforceable typically. Your parents can choose to give guardianship or to take it away. Anyone who harbors you can be charged with harboring a runaway.

1 Answer | Asked in Juvenile Law for Michigan on
Q: Can a 14 year old child in court make his own plea over his father's decision
Brent T. Geers
Brent T. Geers
answered on Nov 2, 2020

Yes. The child would have an attorney, and would be entering a plea with that person's advice, not a parent's. At times, when a judge believes a parent may be acting against a child's best interest, a GAL could be assigned to the case as well.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Child Custody and Juvenile Law for Texas on
Q: I have a 16 year old with a 1 year old baby in the state of Texas. She's been caught selling weed and other criminal act

She introduced cocaine and bars to juvenile. They keep giving her probation but at home she caused more havoc as much as selling weed out of our own house. My husband and I care for our grandchild. We need lawful intervention. Wat can be done?

Kiele Linroth Pace
Kiele Linroth Pace
answered on Nov 2, 2020

Consult with a local Family Law attorney who has experience in the area of child custody and grandparent's rights.

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