So long as the VPO is not on behalf of the minor children as well, the VPO does nothing to affect the 'legal custody rights' of the other parent. If the VPO is only in the name of the one parent against the other parent, then access to the children/children's records would remain... View More

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answered on Jan 19, 2024

If a 5-year-old is not talking or potty trained and there is no clear medical reason, it warrants further evaluation and support. Some key points:

• Most children say their first words by 12 months and are putting 2-3 words together by age 2. By 5, they typically have a vocabulary of... View More

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answered on Nov 14, 2023

if a child throws a rock and it hits a vehicle while the child is at school and under school supervision, the school district is typically responsible for the cost of the damages. This is because the school district has a duty to supervise its students and to take reasonable steps to prevent them... View More

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answered on Jul 27, 2024

Yes, a child can be suspended for such a statement, especially given the serious nature of threats involving school shootings. Schools must prioritize the safety of all students and staff, so even comments made without harmful intent can lead to severe consequences. This is particularly true in... View More

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answered on Feb 24, 2024

I do not have enough context to definitively state whether a police officer threatening someone would be okay or not. However, in general:

- Police officers are granted a certain level of authority and power to enforce laws and maintain public order. This authority should be used... View More

There have been cases of juveniles prosecuted for bullying a person to death. The schools will do something in their control to discipline these children, but there's a good chance they won't contact the police or Child Services in an attempt to minimize the exposure. If they don't,... View More

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answered on Apr 28, 2022

This will depend on where the charge is filed, her criminal history, and possibly other factors.

The parent can ask - but there isn't anything requiring the refund. There is no federal law, and most states classify the donation as a gift and therefore no longer the property of the person giving the donation, and thus not required to be returned. However, if the funds were donated with... View More

Federal law does not require public schools to provide physical education, but many states do. Below is from 2010, so guidance may have changed. https://www.shapeamerica.org/advocacy/son/2010/upload/Oklahoma-profile.pdf

"Oklahoma mandates at least 60 minutes of physical education per... View More

I see that many teenagers describe their home as toxic, not enough freedom, controlling parents, or any one of a long list of other grievances. So, that part is not uncommon.

However, if there legitimately is abuse and/or neglect and this is not just a disgruntled teenager, this should be... View More

As with most all things, this would depend on the specific facts of what happened. This is one of those issues where to get a reliable answer you will need to have a detailed consultation with an attorney. The attorney will want to review all of the facts and also ask questions to get to the... View More

Bottom line: if you cant come to an agreement and you feel strongly enough about going to school you will need to do whatever it takes to hire an attorney so you can seek a court order directing that the child attend school. I wish you the vest of luck with your case.

It would depend on the code of conduct, or the administrative rules within your school. It is not a criminal action less they intend to charge your child with public intoxication. Without some type direct evidence, I would be troubled by their conclusion, but there may be no recourse without... View More

Because it is a juvenile, the punishment is limited, and if it was just reported to the school and didn't involve police then the criminal statute below might not apply.

Title 21 O.S. 589(A)

It shall be unlawful to willfully, knowingly and without probable cause make a false... View More

Bottom line, you need to hire an attorney to represent you at the next hearing. Your odds of presenting an effective case are much better with an experienced attorney.

Check the policy of your district.

Yes, just like a lot of other fees charged in school.

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Your grandson is now an adult under Oklahoma law, and your legal obligations have ended. All that remain are what you believe are your moral obligations to assist your grandson.

To home school children, there must be some form of approval and review. If this is being done without any proper paperwork in place or at least in the process, the children and foster parents could be subjected to truancy laws.

It depends on who is asking for those records and why. Generally, a university does not have to admit you unless you provide all the academic information it requests. If you make a false statement on your application, you may be disciplined academically or subject to civil liability.