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I can't go out with friends , she accuses me of being out with a boy whenever I go out which is not true . I want to call the police but I dont know if they will do anything to move me , i'll be 18 on january second but I dont think I can handle the stress anymore , this has been going on... View More 
answered on Dec 1, 2017
the police won't do anything b/c you are a minor.
you should be thankful you have a parent WHO CARES..........i see to many mother and fathers that do not care about the kids....................u r the lucky one...................
answered on Nov 29, 2017
ah.........having sex with a minor. Could be an issue.
are they engaged ? getting married? or just a one time thing?
if her family were to step into the pix they could arrest him for sex with a minor.
She is 6 months pregnant....
answered on Nov 28, 2017
Sex with a minor under the age of 18 years old is statutory rape. A minor cannot consent to having sex. The pregnancy is evidence of the rape. The young man responsible can be arrested and prosecuted for statutory rape.
He has been with us a little over a year, we have a business to run and we try as much as possible to get him to school but is not effective. He bought and drives a motorcycle without a license or insurance, he has already been pulled over now I'm going with him to court. We have initiated the... View More
answered on Nov 24, 2017
If you are not his biological or adoptive parent or his legal guardian you are not legally responsible or liable for his actions. You are responsible for your own actions however. Something to think about in the situation you have gotten yourself into here.
I got in a fight with a girl and shes filing a 3 year restraininfg order against me. If the judge gives her the restraining order will it go on my permanent record? The restraining order will still be in effect when I turn 18
answered on Nov 21, 2017
what you do as a juvenile stays on juv criminal record not adult
The minor being charged is already suspended and would never act in an uncivil behavior except this one time and actually got into a fight and threw the first punch. The minor has goals and would not want to charged with misdemeanor in her record because it could effect her future.
answered on Nov 17, 2017
it will be a minor's record not adults.
you need an attorney for the minor to review facts to see if there is a defense.
you want a lawyer that has good connections with juv ct.........which court is it?
if i know lawyer's in that court i will try to refer you IF... View More
She started dating a 28 year old and the relationship has been for more than a yr until the family found out. We did call the police and their is a report. However , when the investigator went to her school to interview her she decided not to proceed with the case. Is it possible to still fight... View More
answered on Nov 11, 2017
The minor is too young to consent. The parent can get restraining orders against a man, and if there is suspicion that sexual activity is taking place, then a report can be made and the minor can be taken to a medical facility for a medical exam to determine if there, in fact, has been sexual... View More
house with them
answered on Nov 6, 2017
Once you turn 18 you are no longer a minor but are classified as an adult, and can move about freely and live anywhere you would like, go where you would like, and do as you like. Unless your parents have a guardianship over you or a conservatorship over you, they cannot compel you to be anywhere... View More
answered on Nov 5, 2017
do you have an attorney? if so ask the attorney if a motion for a late filing could be made in that court.
My son is 1& 5 months & my daughter is 2 months old.
answered on Nov 3, 2017
It saddens me to read your question, Unfortunately, without more information it is impossible to give you a straightforward yes or no. It depends on a variety of things. I recommend that you immediately contact an attorney to discuss your situation in detail and ascertain your options. If you... View More
answered on Oct 28, 2017
YOU WOULD BE ARRESTED AND AT WORST IT IS A JUV CT ISSUE BUT DMV MAY PRECLUDE YOU FROM GETTING A LICENSE FOR A PERIOD OF TIME WHEN YOU ARE ELIGIBLE.
MY ADVICE........DO NOT DO IT
Like physically blocking the door or try grabbed me can they get in trouble or are they breaking any laws if they do that
answered on Oct 20, 2017
If you're an adult, you can go where you want. Your parents cannot legally stop you. They can cut you off from any form of support, though.
Our high school has an entrepreneurship club, and I took on the role of basically making sure we don't rip someone's product off. Obviously I can't represent anyone in court or anything like that, I'm just wondering if all I do is google and recite legal stuff can I call myself... View More
answered on Oct 10, 2017
You should check in with your high school counselor to get guidance with this issue.
answered on Sep 22, 2017
Children can express an interest in which parent they want to live with. Judges make the final decision. These situations with teenagers require a comprehensive analysis. In general, the older children get, they start obtaining more of a preference with the parent they want to be with if they... View More
answered on Sep 16, 2017
You moving out shouldn't be a problem. The problem may be you taking the baby with you and keeping it from your boyfriend. If you boyfriend is the legal father, he can go to court and ask for custody and visitation. Even if he isn't the legal father, as biological father, he can get... View More
I'm an 18 year old living with my parents. My parents pay for my phone bill and gifted me the phone and other devices. I let them do it because I am aware that I am not doing anything of malice, but it does make me uncomfortable. Even if I do talk to my parents, they won't entertain me... View More
answered on Sep 8, 2017
As an 18-year-old you can open your own bank account in your own name without anyone else on the account. It only takes a few dollars to open an account. You might go to your own bank where the existing account is, and ask to open your own account in your own name. Then, once you have done that,... View More
For speech therapy in elementary school
answered on Sep 6, 2017
Is there an IEP that recommends that? What is the basis for it? What's the opposition's argument? More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me, my... View More
answered on Sep 6, 2017
Sex with a minor is a sex crime. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications... View More
What kind of trouble can I get in?
answered on Sep 5, 2017
Are the papers you got civil or criminal. You may need an attorney? Feel free to contact an attorney the consult is free in regards to your matter and then we can give our advice as to whether you need an attorney.
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