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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Family Law, Personal Injury and Sexual Harassment for California on
Q: If there is a abusive parent can I move out in California at 16

Im 16 cant get a job because parents wont allow me too

There was a investigacion made by the police and it conculuded withe the abusive parent coming back to the house and now I am forced to interact with him as if nothing ever happened

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answered on Dec 25, 2023

According to the California Courts,

Emancipation is a legal way for a 14 to 17-year-old to become free from their parent's custody and control. In many ways, they are legally like an adult.

There are three ways to get emancipated:

Get legally married. In California,...
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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Family Law, Personal Injury and Sexual Harassment for California on
Q: If there is a abusive parent can I move out in California at 16

Im 16 cant get a job because parents wont allow me too

There was a investigacion made by the police and it conculuded withe the abusive parent coming back to the house and now I am forced to interact with him as if nothing ever happened

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answered on Dec 25, 2023

In California, the law generally requires you to be 18 years old to move out without parental consent. However, there are exceptions, especially in situations involving abuse. If you are facing abuse, you have the right to seek help. You can contact child protective services or another trusted... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Sexual Harassment for California on
Q: Could this person still be prosecuted?

If someone were to admit to a woman that he had ejaculated into a cup of coffee that she drank months ago and she had no proof this is occurred. However the event did occur. And hypothetically speaking what would happen if the person was lying when he told her that? This is a serious question not... View More

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answered on Dec 5, 2023

Under California law, the scenario you described could potentially involve criminal charges related to battery or poisoning, depending on the specific circumstances and evidence. Battery, in a legal context, typically refers to intentional and unlawful physical contact with another person. If the... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Copyright, Criminal Law, Personal Injury and Sexual Harassment for California on
Q: I live in Los Angeles and an ex romantic partner posted an intimate video of me without consent (Poland). What do I do?

He's also stalking me, taunting me by showing all of the personal information he has about me, which I did not give. He calls me various slurs, tells me that I would be better off dead, etc. Would California extradite someone from Poland for this or do I have to pursue justice in Poland?... View More

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answered on Nov 20, 2023

Your situation is complex and distressing, involving issues of non-consensual sharing of intimate images, stalking, and harassment. In California, the distribution of such images without consent is illegal, and you have legal rights that can be enforced.

Regarding the video posted without...
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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Sexual Harassment for California on
Q: Help

Do not comment that on January 15 of this year I suffered sexual abuse (I consider it that way even though the stupid police say no) I have kept quiet because in part they made me believe that it was my fault, this is the situation on January 15 I met a man I met on tinder we talked sexually he... View More

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answered on Nov 15, 2024

I'm so deeply sorry for what you experienced - this was sexual assault, regardless of what anyone else has said, and it was absolutely not your fault. The presence of a weapon and coercion clearly shows this was done under duress and threat.

You have legal options even as an...
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Q: How to work email legitimate

I have this girl with the owner whom my ex said she's a part of it . They change everything they steal my phone , to get t as g on to radio walkie t as like I try to find it but it's in area of somebody else . They stolen my father's research title we took him off the chair we baught... View More

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answered on Nov 14, 2024

This situation sounds very concerning and appears to involve several serious legal issues including identity theft, fraud, and potential misuse of university resources. You should document everything thoroughly and gather any evidence you have of these incidents.

Your first step should be...
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Q: After every visit with family I was strip searched by employees at the juvenile hall I was in and I want to sue them
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answered on Nov 14, 2024

I'm really sorry to hear about what you've experienced. Being strip searched after every visit must have been incredibly distressing for you and your family.

You may have rights that protect you from such treatment. It's important to document each incident, including dates,...
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1 Answer | Asked in Sexual Harassment for California on
Q: Is a little peck on the lips with someone underage illegal? Only that and nothing else.

A 17 year old leaned in and initiated a small little peck of a kiss very gently on the lips of a 22 year old, they were going out because she was a week away from being 18.

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answered on Oct 25, 2024

In California, the age of consent is 18. However, there are provisions that consider close-in-age relationships. Since you mentioned that the 17-year-old is just about to turn 18, this situation may fall under those exceptions.

A gentle kiss, like a small peck on the lips, is typically seen...
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Q: is it okay for a 21 year old to only just give a 17 year old a light peck of a kiss on the lips? Consentually of course
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answered on Oct 24, 2024

In California, the age of consent is 18 years old. This means that individuals under 18 cannot legally consent to sexual activities, including a kiss on the lips, even if both parties agree.

Engaging in such behavior could lead to legal consequences for the 21-year-old, including charges...
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1 Answer | Asked in Sexual Harassment for California on
Q: is it okay for a 21 year old to only just give a 17 year old a light peck of a kiss on the lips? Consentually of course
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answered on Oct 24, 2024

In California, the age of consent is 18 years old. This means that individuals under 18 cannot legally consent to sexual activities, including a kiss on the lips, even if both parties agree.

Engaging in such behavior could lead to legal consequences for the 21-year-old, including charges...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Sexual Harassment for California on
Q: Is it possible to sue LAFH.org my partner and I for discrimination against our metal disability Sexual Harassment

I’ve been trying to email Family Housing human rights and civil rights and all I get back is that my allegations against the hud.org is out of their jurisdiction which I don’t understand.

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answered on Sep 14, 2024

It is possible to sue an organization like LAFH.org for discrimination or sexual harassment if you believe your rights have been violated. Discrimination against a mental disability and sexual harassment are serious issues protected under both state and federal laws. However, there are specific... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law, Juvenile Law and Sexual Harassment for California on
Q: Does the detailed account below meet the criteria of the civil criteria in quotations? If not, please clarify why.

“Masturbation by Adult Perpetrator includes touching of the male or female genitals that involves masturbation of the abuser or claimant.”

As a 15-year-old male In a youth shower facility at a Boy Scout Camp in California, while showering, was approached by a 54-year-old male, a leader... View More

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answered on Aug 19, 2024

The detailed account you provided appears to meet the criteria outlined in the civil definition of "Masturbation by Adult Perpetrator." The key elements mentioned in the definition include the touching of genitals involving masturbation by either the abuser or claimant. In your account,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Domestic Violence, Family Law, Personal Injury and Sexual Harassment for California on
Q: I recorded a call when me & an ex where abroad where he admitted to sexual abuse, can it be used in a CA investigation?

We were both living in country which allows for single party consent at the time of the recording and I'm looking to understand if it can be used as evidence for an investigation in California.

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answered on Aug 9, 2024

Using a recorded conversation as evidence in a California investigation can be complex. Since the recording was made in a country with single-party consent, it may be considered legal in that jurisdiction. However, California has its own laws regarding the use of recordings, particularly in cases... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes, Internet Law and Sexual Harassment for California on
Q: I am being sexually assaulted daily. It's been going on for about 4yrs. Is there any real way to find these criminals?

I'm assuming they're already in solitary.

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answered on Aug 8, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about what you're experiencing. Under California law, it's crucial to take immediate steps to protect yourself and seek justice. You should report the assaults to the police as soon as possible. They have the authority and resources to investigate such serious... View More

3 Answers | Asked in DUI / DWI, Tax Law, Civil Rights and Sexual Harassment for California on
Q: I would like help getting my aunt removed from being power of attorney..I was forced into signing. Please respond!!
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answered on Jul 27, 2024

Simply Google: "California revocation power of attorney."

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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Sexual Harassment for California on
Q: My wife was sexually abused as a child by one of her cousins this went on for some time. What can I do ?

but also as a adult he would film her in the shower well recently it surfaced he sexually abused his daughter she has told me of multiple things that have happened at her parents address and I dont like my daughter going there or spending the night because of that one cousin who lives there and... View More

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answered on Jul 18, 2024

I would speak to an attorney right away. The statute of limitations may prevent your claims if you do not file a lawsuit soon.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Sexual Harassment for California on
Q: I am an victim of penal code 141- i was sentence to 5 years on an recurrent on an double jeopardy from 2012 - recharged

Recharged 2016 from the 2012 sentence

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answered on Jul 18, 2024

Under California law, being sentenced twice for the same offense could potentially violate the principle of double jeopardy, which protects individuals from being tried or punished more than once for the same crime. This protection is enshrined in both the U.S. Constitution (Fifth Amendment) and... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Employment Law, Employment Discrimination and Sexual Harassment for California on
Q: Do I have any recourse if I was assaulted while on the clock by a man who works in the same shopping Center as me ?

A man who works two stores down from me came in to order a Drink and I was the only person working. He noticed I was alone and began making comments about my physique while I was preparing his drink. I ignored him and continued to work, I went to hand him his drink and he grabbed me trying to force... View More

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answered on Jul 18, 2024

You have several legal options available to you under California law. First, you should consider filing a civil lawsuit against your assailant for assault and battery. You have the right to seek compensation for your injuries, both physical and emotional, through the civil court system.... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Libel & Slander and Sexual Harassment for California on
Q: Can a lawsuit be filed for sexual assault from a decade ago in CA, without much evidence?
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William John Light
answered on Feb 5, 2024

Yes, a complaint can be filed, Whether or not you can win depends on a lot of factors that cannot be resovled on Justia.

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1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant and Sexual Harassment for California on
Q: My landlord said he would deduct money from what I owed him in exchange for oral sex. Do I have a case against him?

Now he says, "he no longer wants to rent the property and I have 60 days to get out. However, the other male roommate that lives here has not been evicted. I live in a house with two men and one is the sub leaser/landlord. What can I do to give me more time to find a place to live? How can I... View More

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answered on Nov 6, 2023

Under California law, proposing to exchange rent for sexual favors can constitute sexual harassment and is illegal under the Fair Employment and Housing Act. You may file a complaint with the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH). Regarding the eviction notice, if you have a... View More

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