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They was in a juvenile jail that happened two years ago when they had did this but only one had got charged he only kicked him in the back and got charged with second degree battery
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answered on Dec 26, 2023
In Louisiana, a charge of second-degree battery typically involves the intentional infliction of serious bodily injury. If only one person out of three involved in a fight was charged, it may be due to a variety of reasons, such as the specific actions of each individual, witness statements, or... View More 
I am trying to determine if I can receive Social Security benefits based on my deceased father, who passed away several years ago. While he was alive, I received Social Security benefits through him as a child, but not for disability despite incidents of juvenile incarceration and assault.... View More
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answered on Apr 27, 2025
Your situation involves two potential benefit streams: survivor benefits based on your father's Social Security record and disability benefits based on your PTSD with an earlier onset date. Regarding survivor benefits, adult children may qualify if they became disabled before age 22, which... View More
I am 17 years old, living in Louisiana with my dad, who clearly does not want me there, as evidenced by constant threats when I try to communicate. My aunt is willing to let me live with her, but I am afraid to discuss this with my dad because of past experiences where seeking help resulted in... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
In Louisiana, since you are 17, you are still considered a minor, and legally, your parents have control over your living situation. However, if you're in an unsafe or abusive environment, you have the option to seek help from authorities or child protection services. If you feel unsafe living... View More
I am 18 years old, currently a senior in high school, and living in Louisiana. I want to move out, but my mother has said she will take legal action if I do. Can I move out without my parent's consent?
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answered on Mar 24, 2025
Yes, you can legally move out at 18 in Louisiana without parental consent. In Louisiana, the age of majority is 18, which means you're legally considered an adult who can make your own decisions, including where you live. Your mother's threats of legal action don't have a strong... View More
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answered on Oct 16, 2023
Yes, a forensic psychologist can interview a nine-year-old child alone in Louisiana, but they must obtain the child's consent and the consent of the child's parent or guardian before conducting the interview. The interview must be conducted in a safe and comfortable environment for the... View More
State of Louisiana, never been in trouble with the law.
answered on Feb 20, 2023
More information is needed in order to give a better answer/assessment. Because it is possible that the 16 year old can be prosecuted as a juvenile or prosecuted as an adult, it is important to hire a lawyer immediately to try to steer this case to the juvenile court as well as to begin mitigation... View More
I was served by her father who is a New Orleans domicile seeking joint custody and to establish paternity also he is not on the birth certificate. I moved my daughter her temporarily (4 months) and her home state is in New York (10 months). Can I have the case transferred or dismissed even though... View More
answered on Oct 10, 2022
You really need to speak with a Louisiana attorney who handles custody matters. There's a lot of additional information the lawyer would need to know to answer the question, such as where the child was born and when the petition was filed.
First time ever going through this situation. I need an Louisiana Lawyer
answered on Oct 6, 2022
Use the Find a Lawyer tab and search for either a criminal defense lawyer and/or possibly a family law lawyer (depending on the circumstances of the protective order) in the area where your son is located. Call a few lawyers and then hire the one with whom you are most comfortable. Good luck.
The owners live out of state and didn't witness what happened at this public lake and are pressing charges. Can this really happen in Louisiana?
answered on Jun 13, 2022
Can your 13 year old be issued a citation for trespassing? Yes, this can happen, however, for his to be found "guilty" the prosecution will have to provide its case beyond a reasonable doubt. I would recommend that you hire (or at lease consult with) a criminal defense attorney (and one... View More
answered on May 23, 2022
You should contact a few criminal defense attorneys in your area and consult with them----- you do not mention the age of your daughter but one of the things you want to do is ask about their experience in handling matters in Juvenile Court as well as the possibility of this matter ending up in... View More
Still violate his parole if he has already beat the charges
My 18 yr old son& a friend were in a 1car wreck hit a culvert. The police came to seen both boys where out of car. Driver failed breathalyzer was placed under arrest. Then they turn to my son& give him 2 tickets one for no seatbeltthen then minor in position of alcohol catch is there was... View More
answered on Mar 8, 2022
it's pressure from the prosecutor to settle the case early. Yes, it's legal. But not fair. Unfortunately your son needed to speak with an attorney who could review all of the facts available and help mount a good defense. Simply pleading NOT GUILTY and telling the DA you'd consider... View More
In September 2019, I was rewarded domicile parent in 19th JDC. My child mother was rewarded of visitation every other weekend. on same day of render judgement, the excise on the judgement began. My child mother kidnapped my child and never return the minor child. when she had illegal custody of... View More
answered on Mar 2, 2022
Your attorney can file for child support in your custody case in 19th JDC and can file an exception in 24th JDC to child support since you are domiciliary parent.
i will be 5 months away from turning 17
answered on Feb 28, 2022
You need to:
1) wait 5 months,
2) get a guardasil shot,
3) get on birth control.
I(18yr, British) have found out that a friend of two years (15yr, New Orleans) has been assaulted multiple times by a male peer, first by non-consensual kissing and groping, and more recently through choking, my friend is young and mentally ill (ADHD and a pre-existing ward visit). I've been... View More
The defendant is 22 with a 16 year old. The defendant was charged with felony carnal knowledge of a juvenile. The defendant has no prior criminal charges. The sexual contact was oral only.
Where she is living except for with a friend from school. I’ve talked to her a few times so I know she is ok but nothing else. What are my options and who should I contact? I do not want to get into any trouble and shes already missed 4 Unexcused days.
answered on Dec 2, 2021
Call the school principal or counselor and report her as a run away.
Our granddaughter wants to keep the baby can we force the to give up for adoption since neither cannot afford the baby! Can we talk to a judge about forced abortion? The boys mother leaves him home alone at night while she works, dad not involved and has another daughter she doesn’t raise either!... View More
answered on Sep 28, 2021
Neither of these children are fit to raise a child. However you can neither put their eventual baby up for adoption or impose an abortion on a minor without consent of that minor.
IF however your granddaughter wises..up in the future, THEN the child can be placed for adoption later or... View More
He has no knowledge about innocent or seen innocent
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