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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Juvenile Law and Probate for California on
Q: Power of attorney (financial) of minor child in california

Does a parent, (in California), with whom their minor child resides, need to gain Power of Attorney of said minor child in order for minor child to receive money left to child by father who died in accident? Parents were not married. Child is one of 5 children named by deceased father to receive... View More

James L. Arrasmith
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answered on Feb 20, 2023

In California, a parent generally has the legal authority to manage their child's finances, including money received from a deceased parent, without the need for a power of attorney. However, if the child's deceased father set up a trust or other legal instrument to manage the funds, the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation and Juvenile Law for California on
Q: Can I sue the police department for making my 13 year old son identify his brothers body without my consent?

This incident happened in 1984 and ever since then my son was diagnosed with depression which turned into schizophrenia. He was the only one home and I was at work and they took him with them to see the body.

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answered on Feb 20, 2023

It is possible to file a lawsuit against a police department for certain types of misconduct or negligence. However, there may be some limitations to your ability to file a lawsuit, including the statute of limitations and the availability of evidence.

In California, the statute of...
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3 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights, Juvenile Law and Family Law for California on
Q: I am 16 years old and I drugged up a 43 year old and raped him now I'm pregnant what do I do

I am 16 years old and I lied about my age to a 43 year old he picked me up one night and I drugged him and raped him now I'm pregnant and he doesn't know

William John Light
William John Light
answered on Feb 6, 2023

Sounds like homework.

If this is a real problem, you are facing criminal charges in the juvenile system. You are also facing CPS involvement once your child is born given your potential convictions for rape and distribution of narcotics. Sounds like you would also test positive, and your...
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2 Answers | Asked in Child Custody, Legal Malpractice and Juvenile Law for California on
Q: Can a lawyer submit legal doc.s in 1 county superior court but label them under a different county superior court

example a lawyer representing a client in Riverside county and case being heard from Riverside county courts submit in documents that get accepted by Riverside county courts clerks office than files legal documents even though the acting lawyer has labeled this documents Los Angeles superior courts... View More

Joel Gary Selik
Joel Gary Selik
answered on Nov 16, 2022

This error could be malpractice if harm was caused.

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1 Answer | Asked in Intellectual Property and Juvenile Law for California on
Q: An employee took a video of a child at a private tennis court and posted on social media and it went viral. Legal?

The child is 9. The employee was taking videos of the court for marketing purposes. This video was not used on the company account but was posted on a personal Instagram account that is used for personal gain. The post encourages violence but does not violate the community guidelines of... View More

Neil Pedersen
Neil Pedersen
answered on Oct 27, 2022

This question is posted in the employment law section of this site. This is not an employment law question. It is, instead, an intellectual property/usurpation of name and likeness claim. The parents need to find an attorney who works in that field.

Good luck to you.

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law and Juvenile Law for California on
Q: parental rights were terminated lost appeal in California false allegations can provide proof what can I do

Is there anything I could file to provide arguments

James R. Dickinson
James R. Dickinson
answered on Sep 25, 2022

Speak with a local appellate attorney to see if you've exhausted you appellate rights. [I litigate cases. Anything posted here must not be construed as legal advice, nor as grounds for forming an attorney-client relationship. You should seek an attorney for formal legal advice and representation.]

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Immigration Law, Child Support and Juvenile Law for California on
Q: im 17 years old and my mom forcing me to go back to my country. When i turn 18 can i come back to US?
David Stephen Kestenbaum
David Stephen Kestenbaum
answered on Apr 11, 2022

In most countries, when you turn 18 you are considered an adult and can therefore make your own decisions. In the US, 17 year olds are still considered minors and therefore, unless you are able to get "emancipated" then you have to obey your family. Once you turn 18, you can apply for a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Juvenile Law for California on
Q: How do I sue human welfare services for violating my rights and also not following procedures via penal codes
Louis George Fazzi
Louis George Fazzi
answered on Mar 23, 2022

The first thing you need to do is find a good lawyer. This service does not do that. Here, you can get simple legal questions answered. Your question is neither simple, nor does it include sufficient factual detail to arrive at a reasonable legal opinion of your possible case.

1 Answer | Asked in Adoption, Civil Rights, Federal Crimes and Juvenile Law for California on
Q: My daughter was fraudulently freed for adoption and thus fraudulently adopted. What can I do to recover her?
Louis George Fazzi
Louis George Fazzi
answered on Feb 22, 2022

There is a whole lot of information missing. You need to start at the beginning and tell your whole story if you want to get any reasonable response. It must be a long and complicated story, but if you want help you'll need to tell it.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and Juvenile Law for California on
Q: Can I date my gf after I turn 18?

I'm 17 and gonna be 18 in December. Me and my gf started dating in September. She's currently 17 and gonna be 18 in July. We are in a long distance relationship so no sexual physical activity will be happening. Would it be okay for us to continue our relationship after I turn 18?

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Jeffrey Wood
answered on Dec 10, 2021

There is no prohibition to continuing in a non-sexual relationship with your girlfriend. However, if you intend to engage in a sexual relationship, that may be an issue. California Penal Code section 261.5 says it is a crime to have sex if one party is over 18, while the other is 17 or under.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Personal Injury, Animal / Dog Law and Juvenile Law for California on
Q: What liability or waiver do I need in my in-client's-home petsitting contract if my toddler will be with me?

I have been pet sitting for over 15yrs and have a current contract I have been using but now I'm a single mom to a 2yr old who will be with me during pet stays at client's home. I always meet the dog and owner before pet care is provided and bring my kid with me to make sure dog is none... View More

Dale S. Gribow
Dale S. Gribow
answered on Dec 3, 2021

Make an appt to meet with lawyer to provide more info.

No lawyer should give an answer without more more info and like you have liability.

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Domestic Violence and Juvenile Law for California on
Q: I am 15 and somebody challenged me to a fight, will i get in trouble for participating?

We are both 15 and he challenged me to a fight this weekend, can i fight him legally? I don't want to get in trouble with police. Are there any steps I can take to assure we both dont get in trouble?

Dale S. Gribow
Dale S. Gribow
answered on Oct 1, 2021

IT IS NOT DOMESTIC VIOLENCE BUT IT IS BATTERY.......AS A MISDEMEANOR IF NO WEAPONS ARE INVOLVED AND A FELONY IF YOU DO SOMETHING LIKE THROW SOMETHING AT HIM.

YOUR BEST BET IS TO SAY.........NO, YOU WIN.

YOU ARE NOT LOOKING TO GET ARRESTED AND ANYWAY IT IS AN IMMATURE WAY OF SOLVING...
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Q: I need a lawyer to represent me in a case against the juvenile detention agency in san Diego county
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Sep 20, 2021

A California attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for two weeks. You could continue to await a response here, but it could be difficult for an attorney to reply - this is only a Q & A board. Some options you could consider include looking into sites that do operate as attorney... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Elder Law, Family Law, Health Care Law and Juvenile Law for California on
Q: My stepson’s mother is his conservatorship why he’s in a mental group home I just found out that Her his money .

My stepson is under a conservatorship is mother is currently he’s conservator. He was working a job and gave her the money and she’s using that money to start her own business is that legal and what can I do to put a stop to this

Jackie Marie Howard
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Jackie Marie Howard
answered on Jun 14, 2021

A portion of your question is missing; however, it appears you are asking if a conservator can spend money belonging to the conservatee's estate on bills/expenses/assets of the conservator. The answer is no. The conservator is answerable to the court for how the estate funds are spent. Get... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Personal Injury and Juvenile Law for California on
Q: I have a 17 year old daughter and she likes a 13 year old girl they started to cut themselves how can I stop them

My daughter said she will kill herself if I stop her from talking to this 13 year old girl I don't know what to do . Can I file a restraining order ? My daughter does have a Psychiatry list and she speaks with a counsellor already . But I think this girl is influencing her.

Alexander C. Safarian
Alexander C. Safarian
answered on May 24, 2021

This is a very delicate situation and there is single right answer on what you can do. I suggest maybe also reaching out to the other girls parents to help figure out a solution.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and Juvenile Law for California on
Q: Im 18 and pregnant. I got pregnant at 17. My boyfriend is 22 can he go to jail?
Dale S. Gribow
Dale S. Gribow
answered on May 21, 2021

possibly, but I doubt it would happen.

if it was consensual sex and some time ago, though not technically legal, I don't think it would warrant jail.

you are still with him and he is supporting the two of you?

2 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Personal Injury and Juvenile Law for California on
Q: I have a 17 year old daughter and she likes a 13 year old girl they started to cut themselves how can I stop them

My daughter said she will kill herself if I stop her from talking to this 13 year old girl I don't know what to do . Can I file a restraining order ?

Dale S. Gribow
Dale S. Gribow
answered on May 13, 2021

she needs a psychiatrist and medical treatment more than a lawyer.

a mother and father should sit down with her and try to get through to her.

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3 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury, Domestic Violence, Juvenile Law and Criminal Law for California on
Q: Drunk grandmother hit my 17 year old daughter my 19 year old son defends his sister and he gets put in jail what do i do
Dale S. Gribow
Dale S. Gribow
answered on May 13, 2021

more info will be needed

obviously, you need to get a lawyer either private or by requesting the court appoint the public defender at the arraignment.

write out all the facts and have any wits do the same so the lawyer can evaluate the case and determine if it was self defense or...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and Juvenile Law for California on
Q: My ex was 31 and I was 17 and he kicked me out at 18 legally did he molest me? Was I even able to consent mentally?

So I was 17 and he was 31 when it started. I thought it was fine but there were red flags, I know I could call this in because I was used but I’m afraid of getting in legal trouble too, I didn’t know his card was stoll on my Amazon prime and ended up using it to make a large purchase (I was... View More

David Michael Lehr
David Michael Lehr
answered on Mar 21, 2021

If you have not been contacted by the police yet, I would try to return the money as soon as possible. If you wait, it could help prove you intended to steal.

If the cops are already involved, talk to a local criminal defense attorney before you do anything else.

Good luck!

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Juvenile Law for California on
Q: How do I get a discovery on my son's case?

I don't want to ask his crooked attorney

Dale S. Gribow
Dale S. Gribow
answered on Mar 15, 2021

more info needed.

if you think your lawyer is crooked and need to change asap.

you should have trust in your lawyer.

the attorney requests discovery from the DA and may have it already.

ask the attorney for copies of discovery.

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