I have been trying to get custody of my 2 year old niece since July 2019, I have done everything as far as background check, home inspection, drug test and weekly visits. Even though I am her paternal aunt the judge will not grant the motion for her to be moved out of foster care and placed into my... View More 
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answered on Oct 11, 2019
It sounds like you need to consult with and/or hire a lawyer where you live who specializes in this area of the law.
The police said they would contact us with the lab results. My child has started counseling and the counselor thought he might need a lawyer.
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answered on Sep 23, 2019
Possession of THC is a vape cart is a felony. The State has moved away from charging possession of cannabis cases (flower form), but they are still prosecuting vapes. Your child needs a lawyer.
The dad wants to press charges against my friend. She was completely okay with the relationship. And gave her consent. But she lied about being 15 and said she was 18. He didn’t know until the dad reaches out and said she was only 15 and is demanding to be paid $4200 for the damages the little... View More
answered on Aug 25, 2019
Tell your "friend" that he should break off all communication with his 15 year old girl friend before someone files a criminal charge against him. Claiming that the child "lied about her age" is not a defense against the crime of statutory rape in Florida. Tell your... View More
My mom has a disability so shes not able to work therefor she receives an SSI check for her, me and each of my sisters. She always spends it on herself and never gives us a dime. Is it wrong that she is not giving me my check?
answered on Aug 19, 2019
Unless you are over the age of 18 your mother can do pretty much whatever she wants.
I am a 17 year old living with my grandmother in a trailer/rv park. She does not have legal custody or guardianship of me, as she moved to get me out of a bad situation. She is now kicking me out with no where to go because she doesnt like me as a person. I have lived with her for 3 month approx.... View More
answered on Aug 14, 2019
Your grandmother would have to obtain a court order to evict you.
they work better when together
answered on Jul 27, 2019
Bsed on the limited information you provided, it is impossible to answer
The incident involved another student who was touching himself during a school show in the cafeteria. He was playing his switch video and seemed not to be aware he was touching himself since he didn't realize some students noticed. One student told the teacher but nothing came about it and... View More
answered on Jul 5, 2019
You could do nothing.
You could cooperate.
You could complain later should someone do something to a loved one when there was a non cooperative witness, that the other person was too selfish to care
2 years ago I was in a hospital in Dothan. For my daughters benefit I turned custody over to my father as I was not sure how my health issues would affect me in the future. I was not a good person then. I signed papers provided under duress from my father, so he could have sole custody of my... View More
answered on Apr 3, 2019
You've posted this question for a Florida lawyer, but it seems that you should ask a lawyer licensed to practice in AL. If that is where the child is, that is the state who will have jurisdiction over your daughter.
answered on Nov 29, 2018
You can ask, but probably not. A curfew law might prohibit you from leaving the house at night, but it wouldn't require you to stay in bed.
answered on Oct 23, 2018
Juvenile cases are generally not published to the public. However, delinquency hearings are open to the public.
I plan on moving out of state to start a new life for myself, unfortunately my family cannot just up and leave their lives for mine so I figure I can do it myself. My mother is fine with my decision and conesents wholeheartedly. Can I move out at 17 with parental consent and without court... View More
answered on Oct 15, 2018
Competency plays a major role in whether the State Attorney's Office decides to prosecute a juvenile offender. I represent children who have been accused of crimes in my practice. If I think the child is to young, has a low IQ, an IEP plan, or has difficulty understanding the role of the... View More
answered on Aug 23, 2018
There is no jury in juvenile court, only a judge decides the facts at trial.
So i'm 18 and i have this "friend" who i have known for two years. She has, on multiple occasions, asked to move things forward to an official relationships to where we could be more intimate (I don't mean ALL the way but more of just kissing and hanging over at her house)... View More
answered on Jul 23, 2018
The "Romeo and Juliet" law does not make sexual contact with a minor "legal." It makes the person charged and convicted of the crime eligible to petition to be removed from the sexual offender registry after a certain period of time and if all other requirements under the... View More
I was told there’s another form I can fill out to bring her to the US why she waits for her approval is this true
answered on Jul 18, 2018
You may be thinking of the K-4 visa process, but unless your wife is pursuing the K-3 visa, your step-daughter would not be able to employ that strategy. Consider scheduling a consultation with a competent immigration attorney who can speak with you to more fully understand your case history and... View More
answered on Jun 16, 2018
Can the force you to sign a document? No. Can they seek some sort of court-ordered relinquishment? Perhaps.
Can she legally take me back? Even if she has a court order from Puerto Rico can she take me back? She threatened me to get a court order but I’ve been living in Florida 8 months. I turn 21 in two months.
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answered on May 21, 2018
In Florida you are emancipated at 18.
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