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My boyfriend is 19, and is out of jail on bond at this time. My mom hasn't liked my boyfriend for a while now, and about a month ago i tried to overdose and that didn't help the case because she blames him for it. After this incident she told him to stay away from me, but i refuse to stop... View More 
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answered on Aug 10, 2020
You can't stop her. You are a minor and your boyfriend is committing a crime by dating you. You should remain in your home and listen to her advice. Talk to a counselor about your issues, but dating a 19 year old who has been to jail and is willing to date a child is not the best route for you.
Several years ago, her father tricked her mother into signing over full custody. She is now 18 and has reached out to the mother and I and is wanting to move out of her father's house and move in with us. We are willing to take her in but her father keeps telling her that she cannot move out... View More
answered on Aug 9, 2020
If she’s 18 she can live where she wants to. They can’t charge her and no court is going to make her go home if she doesn’t want to.
I am currently 17 right now and turn 18 around 20 days after the court date. This is for a ticket where I drove past curfew and I got a similar ticket in the past for driving on a permit. That one was dismissed, but a parent was also there with me. I live in Illinois.
answered on Aug 9, 2020
Because you were under the age of 18 at the time of the ticket, you are required to have a parent or legal guardian present. If you are unable, provide an explanation to the Judge, who will likely give you a continuance.
answered on Aug 10, 2020
They can decide on their own when they are 18, but a court is required to take a child's opinion into consideration if they are aged 12 or up, if they are under 12 then the court may or may not take their opinion into consideration. The child's opinion is not controlling and the court... View More
We live in Alabama what can i do
answered on Aug 9, 2020
Jesus! Call juvenile and have him arrested for ungovernable!!! He’s fixing to get into real trouble if that girl gets pregnant. Call her father and tell him what his daughter is let happening. Do anything to keep from your son being charged with rape 2nd and having to register as a sex offender... View More
I live in an abusive home. My guardian physically abuses my little brother, and mentally/emotionally abuses me. I only have pictures of what shes done to my little brother, who has ODD and autism. I have witnesses of what shes done to me, but that's it. I'm seventeen, my little brother is... View More
answered on Aug 8, 2020
Your circumstances are unfortunate. Child abuse is a serious and emergency situation. The best and most immediate response is to contact local authorities/police or contact Child Protective Services (CPS). I understand your empathy towards your guardian, however intervention is needed before this... View More
I babysit for my friends mom, the 14 year old threw a tennis ball at my face and busted my lip while making area of impact and lower left face numb. Can i take him to court, i have a witness to this as well.
answered on Aug 13, 2020
Parents are usually responsible for the actions of minor children, so you'd likely want to sue the parents as well.
Gone ASAP!
answered on Aug 5, 2020
Since you are 15 years old, it is important to know that in Georgia a child age 14 or older has the ability to request a change of custodial parent, and when the request is made, a custody re-evaluation typically happens. The judge will seriously consider your request, but will evaluate whether the... View More
If so and I get a court date what can I do if my parents won’t let me go to the court in my set date
His mother is a Canadian citizen and it's my understanding that he is too because of her citizenship (though confirmation would be great). That said, he was born in the US. They are located currently in Oregon and will be coming home to Toronto to get out of an abusive situation.
His... View More
answered on Aug 4, 2020
To be on the safe side there is only one place to definitive answer The Canadian Consular office nearest to their location. That can be Googled.
The worst thing you can do is show up at the border and not know what the rules are.
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answered on Aug 3, 2020
No.
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answered on Aug 3, 2020
A 15 year old is a minor and needs the parents' permission to live elsewhere.
answered on Aug 3, 2020
It is possible under certain circumstances for a 17 year old to obtain emancipation. It is best to contact and consult with an attorney about the specifics of the circumstances.
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I have been having major issues with my adoptive family for as long as I can remember and I am finally at the point where I can’t take any more. My 16th birthday is approaching soon and I have a stable job with a great income and I am trying to go about emancipation so that I can move on from the... View More
answered on Aug 2, 2020
I am sorry to hear about your situation. I am also sorry to tell you that, in Ohio, there is no ability for a minor to emancipate herself.
I'm 17 in 2 months. Neither of my parents want me at their house but are keeping me out of obligation. My mom recently threatened to send me to boot camp. I don't do everything perfect and I do mess up a lot. But all of my major accomplishments, I did it by myself and I know I would be... View More
answered on Aug 3, 2020
Your parents have a legal obligation to support you until you are 18. Ohio does not allow emancipation for your situation. Teens and parents often find it difficult to live together. So talk to your parents, a teacher, coach, school counselor, pastor, or other trusted adult who can review your... View More
Involved in shoot outs, has gotten physical with me curse me out cost me my job and the cops won't do anything about it all I keep hearing is he my child and I can't kick him out. What can I do with him being 14yrs old
answered on Aug 1, 2020
If this young man thinks he does not have to listen to you then one option is to take action that gets his attention such as send him to military school.
My 15 year old son currently has a juvenile case. He has made all his probation appointments and is doing everything the probation officer had asked him to do. Twice now the probation officer has done an unannounced home visit and entered my house without me being home. Does he have the right to... View More
answered on Aug 1, 2020
Probably not best practice for a number of reasons, but I believe if your son is home, the probation officer can visit at any time. Remember, probation is a grace granted by the court as an alternate to jail - or in the case of juveniles, detention.
I would mention this and your concerns to... View More
answered on Jul 31, 2020
If you are off the grid, why would you have to go to the police to ask permission to live with a family friend, or anywhere? I am assuming that you are still under 18. You can file a petition for emancipation before you are 18 that would give you the right to live away from your parents. You can... View More
The man (40) is the child’s (13) mother’s boyfriend (my father)
answered on Jul 30, 2020
No one else knows??? The baby will be born in a hospital. Everyone will know. It will be questioned. The mother is probably on a medicaid card.
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