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answered on Jul 30, 2017
Yes. Contact an attorney, and do not talk to anyone except and attorney. No one else has a right of confidentiality. Post nothing further on public boards, like this.
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answered on Jul 28, 2017
First of all, start recording the encounters with him, with some type of device. This is good evidence when he denies the threats later. In GA, only one party to the recording needs to know a device was being used, by the way.
If he has no other place to live, then you need to advise him,... View More 
Her father and family are keeping her from me and I have full custody he only has visitation if I agree upon it. Her father is also not a citizen of this country.
answered on Jul 27, 2017
You can file a contempt action if the father is withholding the child in violation of the custody order.
Refusing to send her back saying my child doesn't want to come back she is 16yrs old and will be turning 17 soon what are Ga state laws for this type of situations?
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answered on Jul 23, 2017
If you have custody, then no one else can keep your child from you against your will.
It was in Georgia and also would that go under vandalization or what.
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answered on Jul 23, 2017
As with most criminal charges, the law is written like a large blanket, far too large to allow any misconduct to escape being covered. The word "structure" will be a key part of this case, and how that may be shown to have been part of a building or porch.
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answered on Jul 20, 2017
Possibly. So, why risk it? Plus, if something really bad happens, and it sometimes does, you can go to prison.
Try to keep a recorder or video going at all times, when that bulky May come around. Capture his or her conduct and words, and let the police take that person off the street.... View More
The 19 is my step brother but i have a bad relationship with him. Actually wish I didn't have a relationship with him unless he gets help.
answered on Jun 27, 2017
Report the situation to a parent, teacher, or other responsible adult. It is impossible to give you sound advice without more information.
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answered on Jun 26, 2017
No. Any unmarried father in Georgia has to file for legitimation.
What can happen to him for not being able to go because she as the person who has custody will not take him? Or will something happen to her instead?
answered on Jun 1, 2017
If he does not appear for the probation hearing, he will likely have a warrant issued for his arrest. He should do his best to attempt to find other transportation.
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answered on May 28, 2017
Almost certainly, yes. And, this can be a felony, depending on the circumstances.
What can happen when I go to court? I'm on probation for reckless driving too
answered on Apr 6, 2017
While you were at a school, this is more of a criminal law question and are likely being charged under your state's criminal code. Once your case goes to court, you can present whatever evidence you have during a trial. It may be helpful to contact a local criminal lawyer about your individual... View More
answered on Jan 18, 2017
Read what the paper you received says. Also if you are on some type of juvenile probation you may have a secondary issue.
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answered on Oct 24, 2016
If you have not already legitimated, you will have to file for legitimation and custody and file against both the mother and the person with whom your child is living.
gwinnett county bus drivers r making kids wear their backpacks in front in order to check tags on their backpacks to ensure they are getting off the right bus stop. however this is not safe for the kids who are in elementary school and have big backpacks and cause them to trip or miss a step (which... View More
answered on Aug 21, 2016
Not really a lawyer issue. Someone is saying the kids have to. That someone answers to a school board. The board is elected. Don't mourn, organize!
My daughter attends a lottery funded school in the state of GA. My daughter suffers from a sensory processing disorder which has caused oral texture issues. She has trouble eating foods of certain textures. My daughter is currently being treated by a therapist and closely monitored by a primary... View More
answered on Aug 18, 2016
Depends on their reason.If they don't have a doctor saying it's inappropriate, then you need to suggest that shouldn't they listen to what a doctor says?
The mother no longer wants to care for our son, because his behavior is out of control.
answered on Aug 15, 2016
The law allows anyone who is competent to represent themselves in court in civil matters if they want to do so. Many court clerk offices have forms online to get the matter started.
the 12 year old doing the beating have several friends video the attack and but the video on the internet. Can that 12 year old be charged/
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answered on Apr 20, 2016
Of course. Have you called the police or the state's attorney?
answered on Jan 27, 2016
It is unclear from your questions as to whether you have a formal custody order established or not as to the subject child. If you do not have a formal custody order, both you and your wife (assuming you are presently married and gave birth to the child during your marriage) have equal rights and... View More
What rights does a father have when mothers boyfriend hits the child and has pictures to prove it? The children say there is drugs in the house. The mothers boyfriends has been to jail numerous times for drugs, dui, suspended lic, and disorderly conduct. How can the father get the kids out
answered on Nov 3, 2015
Probably by hiring a family attorney and petitioning the court for a modification.
Child's mother is addicted to prescription med.s and father is verbally abusive.
answered on Oct 4, 2015
Probably not. Here is a link to read: http://www.georgialegalaid.org/resource/emancipation-of-minors?ref=7eJpu
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