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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.
I’m 17 and desperately want to leave home to stay with a friend but I know my parents will call the police if I leave. Will the police look for me to bring me back home? Will my friend (20) get in legal trouble for harboring me?
answered on Jul 30, 2020
Yes to both. Stay home until you are 18, then you can do as you please.
When she attempted to enter the room she was told Covid-19 policies prevented her from accompanying my daughter, this was after my wife had paid the fee. My wife was told that there would be only females in the exam room. My obvious question would be, is this legal? Of note, my daughter suffers... View More
answered on Jul 28, 2020
This is a different world we live in for now. Medical Providers are trying to find a way to provide a relatively covid safe treating environment. I wish this had been explained better before you got there- so that maybe some of the anxiety issues could have been dealt with. My guess is your... View More
It wasn’t a act of reckless driving at all the road was flat and straight and I went and one I caught up with traffic I stopped and immediately went with the flow of traffic
answered on Jul 28, 2020
Aggravated speeding 35+ over the limit is a class a misdemeanor. Technically, it is punishable by up to a year in jail and fines of up to $2500. There are a variety of possibilities depending on the specific circumstances as well as the courthouse where your case is pending. Penalties such as... View More
She’s in her senior year this year, so I am still responsible for her attendance. I don’t know what my legal standings are though. Some authorities say she’s considered an adult now because of the baby and her age, but others say she’s still a minor and under my authority. So I’m confused... View More
answered on Jul 28, 2020
She is still a minor and still under your authority. Take the police and go get her.
In a specific situation, a friend of mine who's finally said something about what they had to endure in their seventh grade year. This was about two years ago. What had happened was that their bag which contained their Hmong cultural clothes and very clearly had her name on it was stolen by... View More
answered on Jul 27, 2020
First, the person who was wronged needs to post for themselves, otherwise this is just an "I am curious" posting. Claims against public agencies are subject to a requirement for the presentation of an administrative claim usually within 180 days, of injury. Since this happened two years... View More
Hes been putting hands on me since 2018 but it doesnt happen often but everytime he gets mad he punches me in the face
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answered on Jul 26, 2020
He is in trouble now. He will be in bigger trouble when he turns 18. Ask your father to intervene immediately and to have him get counseling and to take anger management classes. Many young men do not realize that their lives could change dramatically by their obnoxious behavior towards minors.... View More
I’m bouta turn 17 and want to get my own apartment but I’m on probation..would this be possible at all?? I can show that I can financially take care of myself.
answered on Jul 27, 2020
Ohio does not allow emancipation for your situation. A landlord is unlikely to rent to a minor, since the lease would be unenforceable against you. More information at this link:... View More
Me and my husband took my 17 yr old brother in when his dad kicked him out. Since we have had him he is continually disrespectful to both of us and my pets, we have called the cops on him twice for putting hands on me, but never pressed charges. We were hoping for a scared straight kinda thing, and... View More
answered on Jul 24, 2020
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can she stop them from moving out?
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answered on Jul 21, 2020
No. They are adults at that time.
I’m 17 and my boyfriend is 24 and we had a baby together but we left his name off Because we was worried he’d get into trouble and get locked up and I don’t want that because I love him and I might be pregnant again with him and I want to be with him but I don’t know if they will throw him... View More
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answered on Jul 20, 2020
A 17 year old is still a child, so yes, you can date if your parents allow it. 16 is the age of consent in North Carolina so unless you were having sex prior to being 16, he won't get into any criminal trouble or be 'thrown into jail (at least likely not for getting you pregnant) - so he... View More
WPD came to my house after talking previously with my sons friends. So I went on the porch to talk when my son made a bad choice & rode down the street away from all of us. The cop began talking bad about my son to his friends & realized I was there.He then assumed that I was ok with what... View More
answered on Jul 20, 2020
Your son signs the citationon that back. Be sure you read the instructions very carefully too as it involves payment of a processing fee and you will not get the hearing if it isnt paid. Then you will be notified f a clerks hearing where you can oppose the issuance of the criminal complaint. Your... View More
The highway patrol officer got her insurance verifications and license info she received a ticket for passing in the left lane without sufficient space or visibility. She never signed anything or gave permission for her signature electronically nor did I and as a juvenile shouldn't one of us... View More
answered on Aug 12, 2020
An Oklahoma attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for four weeks. I hope your daughter is okay. As a general matter, drivers under 18 can receive tickets, and a ticket not being signed by recipient doesn't generally serve to diminish its legal effect. If you haven't... View More
My friend is 14 and pregnant shes cant tell her parents because theyll kick her out like they did to her older sister a few years ago and i dont know how to help
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answered on Jul 16, 2020
Parents are obligated to support their children and are not allowed to unilaterally 'kick them out' without risking being charged criminally. All the 14 year old would need to do is call local law enforcement or DSS if the parents attempt to kick her out and that will put a stop to that.... View More
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answered on Jul 15, 2020
Your case has an entire history that led to DFCS involvement and a safety plan. You need to speak to an attorney that can review all of the documents, evidence and hear your story before giving advice about a case in progress.
--Regina Edwards | www.EdwardsFamilyLaw.com | 770.854.0777... View More
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