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I want to know if it will be forbidden for my mom to help me if things get rough, I want to know if I have to stay in the same state I get emancipated in, I want to know what I have to prove in order to be allowed to, and I would really like to know all the qualifications Georgia, Florida, and... View More 
answered on Feb 6, 2018
You need TO FILE IN VA and talk to an attorney there about it. You can't file in GA until you have lived here for at least 6 months.
My common-law husband and I have cohabitated together outside of Washington D.C. and been together for almost a year. We present each other as husband and wife and we would like to formalize our marriage by having it recorded so that it is recognized in other states. We are both under eighteen, so... View More
answered on Feb 13, 2018
You cannot establish a common law marriage in DC unless you have been living in DC and meet all the requirements for establishing the marriage in DC. You state you have been living together outside DC--that will not qualify, unless you are in a jurisdiction that recognizes common law marriage.... View More
My parents are currently keeping me home to home school me and are forcing me to go to a college I don't want to go to. (Both of which I obviously dont like or want)
I will have a well paying stable job working at hospital, and I currently have an apartment picked out. I will also... View More
answered on Feb 6, 2018
No. The relevant language from the Emancipation of Minors Act appears in section 2: "No order of complete or partial emancipation may be entered under this Act if there is any objection by the minor, his parents or guardian."
How can I keep her from going into state custody. Do I have a rehab setup prior to going to court? What do I do?
answered on Feb 5, 2018
You should get your child an attorney. The attorney will maximize the chances that your child will not go into custody.
Gone in 4 days can they just write a letter and ask me to move on such short notice i only need 5 days to move im from out of state with a child i want to go just need a lil time
answered on Feb 5, 2018
It totally depends upon the governing documents of the community, so there is no way to say for sure. You might try to communicate with them to see if they can give you a few days extension.
Good luck and hope this helps.
answered on Feb 6, 2018
Talk to a local attorney. Attorney's are not familiar with forms because we draft our own pleadings. Talk to someone about representing you in an appeal, as this is a serious matter and can have far reaching consequences if you are placed on the registry.
What will happen? Will the school report me? I've read up on how if you say your homeless the school can enroll you, what do I do?!?
answered on Feb 4, 2018
How old are you now? Were you committed to DCS as a delinquent or dependent/neglected? The school will report you if they figure out that you are a runaway. If you say that you are homeless and are under 18, they will contact DCS. I recommend that you contact an attorney.
answered on Feb 4, 2018
Talking to??? You mean having sex with, don't you?
Here is the statute:
Alabama Age Of Consent Law:
13A-6-70: (c) A person is deemed incapable of consent if he is: (1) Less than 16 years old...
13A-6-67 : (a) A person commits the crime of sexual abuse in the... View More
I am 17, employed, and going to school. My friends mother agreed to take me in, she is also employed with three children and plenty of room. What qualifications would the authorities need in order for me to live away from home? I am not emancipated or living away from home at the current moment nor... View More
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answered on Feb 4, 2018
Generally, emancipation is the legal path that gives you the ability to do what you intend. It does require parental consent with some exceptions. There are a few alternatives, such as specific emancipation and guardianship. Alaska Youth Advocates has a handbook that goes through all the... View More
He was arrested for disorderly conduct during his high school basketball game after removing his jersey and throwing it at his coach and then yelling and swearing and punching a locker on his way to the locker room. I understand that at 17 the state of Wisconsin considers him an adult for the... View More
answered on Feb 3, 2018
You do not have rights, as the law defines that term. However, the situation is ridiculous and you should expect the charged to be dismissed.
My friend stole his grandpa's truck and came and picked me and a guy up. His grandpa is pressing charges what would you think the results would be? I'm 14 years of Age in Alabama
answered on Feb 3, 2018
With a good lawyer you probably won’t be found guilty of anything because under the facts as stated you didn’t do anything. With no lawyer you may get caught up in the system and not be able to avoid a conviction. On the brighter side, your friend is probably not guilty of the felony crime if... View More
I am 16, I have a Job, my mother is deceased, my father is incarcerated. I do not live with my legal guardian. My guardian agreed to let me get Emancipated. I have the money to petition and file for it.
answered on Feb 5, 2018
That's the law. Ask you local state representative or state senator.
For assault
answered on Feb 1, 2018
If he received a citation, it should have a court date on it. He will need to go to court along with a parent or guardian. He should have an attorney represent him. If you can't afford to hire one for him, then he should ask for one to be appointed.
House robbery
answered on Apr 14, 2018
Yes, depending on the crime. Juveniles can no longer be sentenced to life without parole in Arkansas. They can still be sent to prison. Having no criminal background helps when negotiating a plea without prison time, if you go to trial and during sentencing, if convicted
answered on Feb 1, 2018
The Colorado marriage would only be valid if one or both parties of married couple were Colorado residents (permanently reside in Colorado for at least 91 days). If the residency requirement can be met in CO, the CO marriage can be transferred to NE (even though legal majority in NE is 19). An... View More
They got in a yelling arguement. He punched her in the eye. She told him to leave the house. He did. She called the cops for an ambulance because she got dizzy. She was taken to the ER. All scans came back fine. He was placed as a missing child until the next day. He was then taken into custody. He... View More
answered on Feb 2, 2018
There are seven sanction levels in Texas for juvenile offenders who have been found guilty of engaging in delinquent conduct. The punishment can range from the child being returned to the home with conditions to a sentence in the Texas Youth Commission (which is prison for juveniles). What will... View More
What can I do if I'm 16 and pregnant but my mom is refusing to let me go to the dr. I want to see she refuses to let me or my boyfriend have any say in this and she is forcing me to live with her so she doesn't lose the food stamps and social security check she gets for keeping me what... View More
answered on Feb 1, 2018
She is your mother and has responsibility for you. Having a baby at 16 does not demonstrate making responsible decisions. You are still a minor, even if you have a baby, and you must follow her rules unless there is some situation to report to children's services. Here is more information:... View More
Brother in law purchased the car for the sister so it is in his name.
Insurance status is unknown.
Mother-in-law signed off on the driving permit and all DMV related items. Wife and I signed nothing in regards to that.
I assume that as temp guardian my wife is liable for... View More
answered on Feb 1, 2018
there are criminal issues of her driving without a license VC 1601
and civil issues if she gets in an accident and hurts/kills someone...............as a plaintiff lawyer i would join everyone as a defendant.
under no circumstances should she drive or any drive without insurance.... View More
Moved into a house with a 13 year old and has had a baby with her. His mother is a flake and has done nothing about it. DCS was called on them and he was ordered not to live there but to be at home. The problem being his mother is never there. My question is how do I go about getting him out of the... View More
answered on Jan 31, 2018
You can file a petition for custody of him. You should consult a lawyer who can review all of the facts and advise you regarding your options.
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