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2 Answers | Asked in Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: I am a 18 years old. My boyfriend is 15. Since I turned 18 we have had problems with family matters if it is legal.

The past few months when I turned 18 his parents started thinking we couldn't date. So they told him we had to break up. About a month later his parents finally caved in amd said it was okay. The same day my mom told me we couldn't date. Apparently she asked my aunt if it was illegal and... View More

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Dec 17, 2018

You are 18. An adult. He is a minor, below the age of consent of 16. Depending on what you both do, you could be charged with a criminal act and if convicted, possibly go to jail and be required to register as a sex offender for life.

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1 Answer | Asked in Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: My 17 year old boyfriend physically assaulted an 18 year old for harassing me. Will he have to serve time in jail?

The 18 year old was provoking him. My boyfriend, who again is 17, received a letter in the mail saying he had to go to court. What will happen? Will he have to serve time in jail, or a detention center?

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Nov 12, 2018

He should retain an attorney to advise him.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Juvenile Law and Probate for Ohio on
Q: I’m 17 and I’ve been on juvenile probation and I violated if I hide till I’m older and get away can they do anything
Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
answered on Nov 2, 2018

Yes, they can. The juvenile court will not lose jurisdiction over your case when you turn 18.

1 Answer | Asked in Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: What to do when a parent kicks a 17 year old out of home with no place to go
Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Oct 15, 2018

Contact local children's services.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: I am 15 and having a baby. Can I get emancipated if I have a stable home for me and my child?
Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Oct 8, 2018

No, Ohio does not allow emancipation in that circumstance. See this link.

https://www.ohiobar.org/public-resources/commonly-asked-law-questions-results/circumstances-say-whether-minors-are-emancipated/

If there are problems at home, talk to a teacher or other trusted adult.

1 Answer | Asked in Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: How old do you have to be to legally move out of your mothers house if she doesn’t give permission?

My mom treats me terribly the court system hasn’t done anything about it I’ve told them about how she emotionally and mentally abuses me and used to physically but not anymore bc I’m bigger than her, they don’t do anything and I just want to get out of it I don’t know if emancipation is... View More

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
answered on Sep 21, 2018

18

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets, Car Accidents and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: Im 17 and got into a minor collision, got cited for a stop sign violation and have a provisional license. What'll happen

No one got hurt and the collision wasn't that bad. This is my first accident.

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Sep 5, 2018

Your license could be suspended and/or you could be fined.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: If you have an 18 yr old child who is still enrolled in school but are being dissruptive to the household, can the

Parents kick them out?? What is the Ohio law? Repercussions for the parents??

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Aug 29, 2018

If there is no court-ordered parenting agreement from a divorce or custody proceeding, and the child is not special needs, then parental obligations typically cease at age 18. The child could be considered a month-to-month tenant, requiring a proper eviction action. A month to month tenancy can... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: I’m 16 years old and I got caught going 50 on a 35 in Cleveland Ohio. I have court soon, will I get my license suspende?
Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Aug 24, 2018

Probably. The court could determine that you were acting very irresponsibly, and at such a young age, you need more maturity before being allowed to drive again, where you could kill yourself or others. Driving is a privilege, not a right. The court can take it away.

1 Answer | Asked in Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: Can juvenile GSI charge be expunged?

ORC 2907.05 . I pleaded guilty at 16 and received only community service and mandatory counseling and 2 years of Probation. I’m 17 now about to be 18 and want to prepare to expunge to join the military. My probation was cut short I’m no longer on probation. I’ve completed counseling and I... View More

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
answered on Aug 16, 2018

In Ohio, yes, a juvenile GSI charge can be sealed and later expunged. But that's only Ohio law, the state in which you've asked. The site seems to think your location is MI.

1 Answer | Asked in Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: How long can juvenile court in ohio hold a child without having a ajudication hearing.
Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
answered on Aug 13, 2018

It really depends on the circumstances, the charges, whether the juvenile is competent, his or her age, etc. A hearing on whether or not to hold the juvenile is required to happen fast, but the adjudicatory hearing may be a long way off.

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: I'll be 17 next month. What would happen if I just packed all my stuff, put it in my car and went to a friend's without

Telling my controlling mother, and refused to go home?

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Aug 10, 2018

You could be ruled a delinquent and could end up in juvenile detention.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody, Domestic Violence and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: If a stepfather is protecting two stepchildren and his own daughter from the abusive and neglectful mother

The mother abandon her kids moved in around the corner with her neighbors and boyfriend taking off with her autistic son social security check that is when the oldest step daughter had come forward about her mother's abuse and neglect. The Stepfather got a protection order but then lost the... View More

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Aug 8, 2018

If the stepfather does not have legal custody, then he could be arrested if he does not give the children to the person who has custody. Stepfather can file for custody or can file for guardianship, and the court will decide what is in the best interest of the children. Stepfather should retain a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Adoption, Child Custody and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: My duaghters friend is 16 and her mother kicked her out and told her to come get her things which she did what are her

what are her rights? The mother also said she was changing the locks. Now she is telling her if she doesn't come home she is calling he cops. What do we do? We are willing to take her and do w/e legally so she can stay with us.

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Jul 11, 2018

The mother is responsible for her daughter. If she told her to come home, then she should. If there are problems at her home, you could call children's services.

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: I’m 16 and I just got a ticket for going 83 in a 70. I know I have to attend court but what do you think they will say?
Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Jul 6, 2018

The court will say that you are irresponsible, and by going that fast, are too young to handle the responsibility of driving, will likely suspend your license, and perhaps put you on probation. Unless you have had NASCAR training, you don't have the experience or ability to handle a car at... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: My daughter is 17 her boyfriend is 20 if they get married in virgina will they legally be married in Ohio?

She is also pregnant but will they be legally married in Ohio or will they still need the marriage counseling

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Jun 25, 2018

A valid marriage in any state is valid in any other state.

1 Answer | Asked in Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: Can I file charges against my 10 year old granddaughter who is unruly

She thinks police are a joke judges teachers she's been through counseling on medication nothing has worked if I could put her in a boot camp I would my daughter-in-law has six other children who do what they're supposed to do on a daily basis this child is out of control and we do not... View More

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Jun 15, 2018

If you've been told nothing can be done until she is 12, then it is unlikely the court system will do anything.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: Hi im 18 yo and I'm moving out of Ohio. And my girlfriend wants too come. She's 16. Can she leave her parents?
Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on May 30, 2018

No. They could report her as a runaway, and you could face charges for contributing to her delinquency.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: If i were to leave my house at 17 years of age in OH and get a job and support myself. Do i have to be returned to home
Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on May 30, 2018

Yes, you could be returned home. Or you could go to juvenile detention as a runaway.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: Will there be legal ramifications if I run away from home. I live in Ohio.

I am a 17 year old turning 18 in four months. I graduated from high school and live in a toxic environment that I wish to leave.

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on May 23, 2018

Your could be reported as a runaway, and that could be a problem for you and anyone who might help you. Talk to other family members or your local child services agency.

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