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1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: 17 year old. 1 traffic offense already. Has 2 pending traffic violations on 2 different occasions. Suspend past 18

Can the judge suspend her license past 18?

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Jan 18, 2018

The judge could determine that she has not demonstrated enough maturity or ability to continue to have a driving privilege, so could suspend it. Use the Find a Lawyer tab and retain an attorney.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: Age 15 6 months pregnant don't wanna live with mom want to be with father of my child. Can I be emancipated?

It's best for me and my unborn child

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Jan 17, 2018

No, you can't. Ohio does not permit that. Here is more information:

https://www.ohiobar.org/forpublic/resources/lawyoucanuse/pages/lawyoucanuse-255.aspx

And depending on his age, the father could be guilty of a felony - unlawful sexual contact, or other criminal charges.

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: I dont have custody of my son, so I want to know what rights i have as my childs father
Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Jan 15, 2018

If you were not married to the mother, you must establish paternity and then file in court for parental rights. The court can then order you to begin paying child support. Until the court grants you parental rights, the mother is the sole custodian, and you have no say in what she decides. Use... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: I'm 17 about to be 18 in about 2 months. I have just gotten my second speeding ticket going 43 in a 25. Consequences?

My first ticket was going 65 in a 55. I had gotten some very bad news and was very upset at the time of the second ticket. The officer did note that i was visibly very upset and very cooperative. He also did not put me down for reckless operation either.

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Jan 15, 2018

License suspension or revocation, and/or probation. The judge is likely to think that such behavior shows you are not mature enough to handle the privilege of driving, and that you are endangering others.

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: I’m 16 and had my license for a week, I hit the car in my blindspot,now I have to go to Juvenile Court, what will happen
Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Jan 10, 2018

Possible suspension and/or probation.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: How does a 18 year old move out of birth mother’s house ?
Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Jan 8, 2018

An 18 year old is no longer a minor, and can make decisions about where to live, unless there is a guardianship or some other legal restriction.

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: Can I get in trouble for leaving home if my grandma has custody and said I can go but my mom tells me I can't go Age 1

My grandma has custody but my mom tries to make all the decisions, what should I do??

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Jan 8, 2018

You can get in trouble for leaving home. Talk to a teacher, school counselor, or other trusted adult to discuss your situation.

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: My daughter is 18 dating a 24 year old. Could she get in any trouble for doing this and could she be taken away from me?
Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Jan 5, 2018

She is no longer a minor, so is considered an adult, and can make her own decisions about where to live and whom to see, unless a guardian has been appointed for her due to a disability or mental impairment.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: OK I got a friend and is 17 and lives in Ohio and I looked online but it is not clear if you can or cannot meancipt

Like my friend wants to leave. very motional all does is work and go to school parents don’t let go no war And I’m trying to help if possible

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Jan 2, 2018

Ohio does not permit emancipation of minors. Here is more information: https://www.ohiobar.org/ForPublic/Resources/LawYouCanUse/Pages/LawYouCanUse-255.aspx

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets, Car Accidents and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: 17 yr old got a speeding ticket that was dismissed now got ticket for failure to control will he lose his license

The speeding ticket 12/3 that was dismissed after he took a safety driving course. The speeding ticket was when he was 16 he turned 17 12/4 but it was less than 30 days ago. He was in an accident 12/31only involving his vehicle he slid off the road into a ditch and was cited for failure to control.... View More

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Jan 16, 2018

The court could suspend or revoke his license, put him on probation, etc. Is there anything you can do? Yes - retain a local attorney to represent him. Use the Find a Lawyer tab.

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: My son is 20 and his girlfriend is 16 and pregnant can he go to prison for having a baby with a minor?

We are from Ohio

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Jan 2, 2018

Was she under 16 when she became pregnant? If so, then he could.

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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: My niece is 17 years old and lives with so much mental and emotional abuse! She wants out. What can we do?

I am willing to do anything to help her. She is a senior in high school with straight A’s, she has a job, she just accepted to a collage. She’s an amazing kid. But can’t handle the mental and emotional absuse from her mother and step father anymore. I don’t want her to feel like there’s... View More

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Dec 29, 2017

You could talk to her parents about the situation since you are a family member. It would not seem advisable to make her change schools with only a few months remaining in her senior year. When she is 18, she is no longer a minor, and can then make her own decisions. Any court action would not... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: I am 18 engages to a 17 year old.His parents treat him like crap, is there anyway to get him outta there before 18?

He is blamed for everything and expected to do everything. I need answers soon. Please please please help me and him!

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Dec 28, 2017

He is a minor and must do what his parents say. If he is being physically abused, then it should be reported. And a 17 and 18 year old probably should not be engaged. Both should be focusing on finishing HS and then completing further education to be able to get jobs that will support a family.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Civil Rights and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: I am 16 going on to 17 in little over a month. Am I able to move out without parents consent?

If I can’t then am I able to move out with consent without a problem? Everything is ready and I would be more than financially stable and I’m just ready to move on and go somewhere better. So can I just move out with my parents being okay with it?

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Dec 28, 2017

No, you can't just move out. It is doubtful you would be financially stable. You are a minor and can't enter a legally enforceable contract for a car, apartment, car insurance, health insurance, etc. Until you are 18, you are a minor, and parents have a legal obligation to support you,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Family Law, Education Law and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: If my ex and I were never married and never went to court and I alone have custody how can I get them back.

When we split up I continued to allow him to keep them Mon through Friday for school. My situation was unsure of at that time I financially supported him all kids plus my two sisters for months then after he got a job I continued to financially support him and Kids with what ever he needed when I... View More

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Dec 28, 2017

He can do a lot if the school and others don't bother to check, and if you don't take any legal action. Are they listed on his health insurance? Contact the police and show them the birth certificates and ask them for their help in getting the children back or call children's... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: Can I move you? Can my parents stop me? Can they keep my stuff?

I’m 18 years old. I live in Ohio. I’m still in high school.

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
answered on Dec 18, 2017

You can move out. They cannot stop you. They can keep their stuff though, which is anything you didn't pay for with money you earned independent of them.

1 Answer | Asked in Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: If My daughter is on juvenile intensive probation is she still allowed to have contact with someone whos history is gone

My daughters boyfriend has a juvenile criminal history but once he turned 18 it was sealed and he wasnt on probation. Is she still allowed to have contact with him if its not on his background anymore?

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
answered on Dec 18, 2017

That's really up to her PO and trust me, it isn't worth a fight with the PO.

1 Answer | Asked in Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: I’m 17 I’ve graduated from high school and have a good paying job will I still get in trouble if I try to move out
Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Dec 18, 2017

You could get in trouble. You are a minor until age 18. Parents have a duty to support their minor children. A landlord might not rent to you because a contract or lease is not legally enforceable against a minor. Would you still have health insurance or car insurance? Here is a link to more... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: I am 17 and I left my house without permission while grounded. My dad is now saying he is having me put into juvie.

He is also saying an officer will be going to my boyfriends house and a no contact order will be filed. This is because my boyfriend picked me up to take me to his piano recital. Can this happen? Can I go to juvie for this? Can a no contact order be put between us for this when he has never done... View More

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Dec 18, 2017

Yes, he can. Until you are 18, you are a minor and must follow your parents' rules or you can go to juvenile detention. If there are problems at home, talk to a school counselor, family member, or other trusted adult.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: Can a 14 year old be emancipated from their parents if another adult is willing to financially support the child?

The 14 year old does not have a home because neither parent has a home. The child receives support from the adult in question with a home and stable employment.

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Dec 18, 2017

The other adult should file for custody or guardianship.

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