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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Juvenile Law for Texas on
Q: Hello, I recently had two individuals come at night vandalizing my vehicle. I have video proof. What actions can I take?

Both age 15/16, my age being 16. I know who they are and have video proof

John Cucci Jr.
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answered on Sep 24, 2023

I would have your parents call the other kids' parents to try to resolve things. If not, then call the police and give then a COPY of your video proof. Do not wait long as that will eventually cause a problem. The other kids' parents probably have home insurance which may pay for the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Constitutional Law and Juvenile Law for Texas on
Q: During a plea bargaining, if a defendant pleads guilty, is the prosecution still required to submit evidence?

During a plea bargaining, if a defendant pleads guilty, is the prosecution still required to submit evidence and prove guilt of defendant; or, is the guilty plea enough to stand alone as evidence of guilt, even if the prosecution has a weak case?

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Sep 4, 2023

In some cases—particularly serious felonies—the prosecution must produce evidence to corroborate the plea. This is designed to prevent someone from pleading guilty to a crime they did not commit in order to cover for a relative or friend. It is usually perfunctory.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Juvenile Law for Texas on
Q: is there some law or right thats says this is wrong

im 14 and got my girlfriend pregnant her parents are saying she has to have an abortion because having the baby can kill her and seriously hurt her and i looked it up and if that was the case it would be a mandatory abortion and now they dont even wanna tell if us shes gonna end up getting a... View More

Elisa  Reiter
Elisa Reiter
answered on Aug 31, 2023

Even after the Dobbs decision, a woman has the right to choose. A minor woman would need to work with her parents to obtain a timely abortion. If your girlfriend chooses to have the baby, keeps the baby, and gives you information, you could have the option of signing off on the baby's birth... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Family Law and Juvenile Law for Texas on
Q: Ex has custody in Washington state. I live in Texas. Daughter is 16. Extremely bad living situation. Wants to live w/me

Dad bans her from contact w/me. Horrible neglect and abuse. She's in chins petition with placement with a friend mine but placement is no longer going to work and chins is being dropped. She cannot go back to her dad's care. She wants to live with me in Texas. What is the fastest way to... View More

Elisa  Reiter
Elisa Reiter
answered on Aug 7, 2023

Discourage your child from running away. There are civil and criminal penalties for kidnapping a child. In the given situation, where the daughter is currently in Washington state with her father and wants to live with you in Texas due to an extremely bad living situation, there are legal options... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Constitutional Law and Juvenile Law for Texas on
Q: if my boyfriend is 18 and im 17 but were less than a year apart and have been dating for over a year can we still date?

can my parents file any order or sue him?

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Jul 25, 2023

Yes, you can still date. Since you are 17, you have reached the legal age of consent in Texas to engage in sexual activity. That may not be the best decision for you and your parents may not like you engaging in sexual activity with him. But, legally, you are old enough to make that decision for... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Immigration Law, International Law and Juvenile Law for Texas on
Q: I have a client with a greencard but wrong DOB. DOB was assigned by Afghanistan. What can we do?

I have a client with LPR status from Afghanistan. His parent were illiterate and didn't realize that his birth year was set 4 years in the future. He is looking to get naturalized because he is actually 18, but everything from his afghan documents to his green card say he is 18. What form... View More

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answered on Jun 18, 2023

If your client's date of birth (DOB) on his green card is incorrect, he may be able to file a request to have it corrected. The process for correcting a DOB on a green card can vary depending on the circumstances but generally involves filing Form I-90, Application to Replace Permanent... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Civil Rights and Juvenile Law for Texas on
Q: If my friend 16 and she lives in Texas If she runs away would she get in trouble and would she be forced to return hom
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answered on May 7, 2023

Your friend's best legal move is to petition the District court to be emancipated. That is relatively easy if she can get at least one of her parents to sign for her application.

In answer to your question, I don't believe CPS would try to grab her, but technically, without being...
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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Appeals / Appellate Law, Domestic Violence and Juvenile Law for Texas on
Q: My fifteen year is currently being put on a protective order by his ex girlfriend. The messages dont match story

Yet there is no evidence of any physical abuse or violence all hersay. Her world against my son’s word and the text messages at the time of alleged events.

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Dec 8, 2022

Her word is evidence. The court will evaluate her testimony and your son’s testimony in light of other evidence including the surrounding facts and circumstances presented in the hearing.

If you think contemporaneous text messages are inconsistent with what she will say, you should...
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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Juvenile Law for Texas on
Q: how do i petition for emancipation
John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Dec 5, 2022

If you are 16 or 17 years old and are financially independent, you can hire an attorney who practices in the area of family law to file a petition with the appropriate court in the county where you live.

Your parents will be served and have the right to object. Obviously, it will be...
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2 Answers | Asked in Family Law and Juvenile Law for Texas on
Q: Is there a law in Texas regarding sleeping arrangements for biological children?

Specifically, children sleeping with adults. And is there a requirement for space for a child? Or is it ok for a mom, her “husband” (by title only, no actual marriage), her son (not the son of the “husband”), and their daughter to live in one room in another person’s house?

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Nov 30, 2022

It depends on the age of each occupant. Texas law limits occupancy to three adults per bedroom. A landlord can impose a more restrictive rule, for example limiting occupancy to two adults per bedroom.

If the children are minors, however, federal law prohibits housing discrimination...
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2 Answers | Asked in Family Law and Juvenile Law for Texas on
Q: Is there a law in Texas regarding sleeping arrangements for biological children?

Specifically, children sleeping with adults. And is there a requirement for space for a child? Or is it ok for a mom, her “husband” (by title only, no actual marriage), her son (not the son of the “husband”), and their daughter to live in one room in another person’s house?

Rafee'a S. Majeed
Rafee'a S. Majeed
answered on Dec 1, 2022

Given that this question was posed in the "Family Law" group, I will provide a response from a "family law" perspective.

There is no concrete law in the Texas Family Code that specifically prohibits children from sleeping with adults or a requirement for space for a...
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1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody and Juvenile Law for Texas on
Q: Can I get emancipated with no job at 15?

im 15 almost 16 and i live with my grandmother whos disabled and not my legal guardian my parents are drug addicts and i dont know where they are usually, i wish to live by my self but cant because i havent been enrolled in school for several years and havent been to the doctors in a long time... View More

Grant St Julian III
Grant St Julian III
answered on Oct 19, 2023

Contact Child Protective Services in your area. Good luck.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Appeals / Appellate Law and Juvenile Law for Texas on
Q: Can I have a warrant for a citation back in 2011 in Texas even though I was in prison back then?

Citation is disruption of class which was never broken to my attention till this week. Individual is still in prison and has been incarcerated since 2013/2014. Individual is getting out on parole. Would he be taken to county?

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answered on Aug 26, 2023

I am confused a bit by your question.

Anyway, If there is a warrant out for anyone, it stays a warrant until it is dismissed or it is executed (by arrest).

If it was made unlawfully, it can be quashed, but that may take a while, and quashing it would require you to go to court to...
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1 Answer | Asked in Juvenile Law for Texas on
Q: My son is been caught with a vape and they want to put him on probation for that he's 16 years old I do not want him on

It happened at school and judicial system here is crazy they want to put all these kids on probation random urinalysis nobody ever gets off probation this all happened in Fremont County Idaho

Grant St Julian III
Grant St Julian III
answered on Jul 26, 2023

I am not sure of your exact question, but if you do not want to accept any plea bargain offer made by the State, you have the right to have a trial in the matter.

1 Answer | Asked in Juvenile Law, Criminal Law, Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for Texas on
Q: How do I request all the records for a case that happened when I was a juvenile that is now sealed also I live in texas

I'm looking at filing a law suit but need my records

John Cucci Jr.
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answered on Mar 22, 2023

You have the right to request a copy of your file from the Juvenile Court.

I hope this helps.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Juvenile Law for Texas on
Q: Can my incarcerated husband approve of and sign with a notary my daughter's (age 14) passport application?

He would have to have it notarized at his unit and I'm not sure they will do it because he is not allowed contact with her

Penny Wymyczak-White
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Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Mar 11, 2023

Yes he can sign. And notarize the passport form.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Criminal Law, Juvenile Law and Libel & Slander for Texas on
Q: Can a father legally keep me, an unrelated adult, from communicating with his kids, even if there is no bad intentions?

A father of 2 boys that Ive known for almost 4 years in person asked me to cease communication with them for no reason in January. I didn't listen and continued communication, until 2 weeks ago when he said he found out about our communication, and harshly told me to cut contacr and "seem... View More

Rafee'a S. Majeed
Rafee'a S. Majeed
answered on Oct 5, 2022

If you are not in any way related to these children, and sometimes even if you are related, a parent absolutely has the right to prevent you from communicating with their children. Absent certain circumstances, a PARENT of a child(ren) has a more superior right to their child(ren) than ANYONE else.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Federal Crimes and Juvenile Law for Texas on
Q: Is it illegal for a drug dealer to sell their client laced drugs without telling them that they are laced?

I’m a 15y.o. girl. Some of my friends are involved in drug use and have told me that their drugs seemed to have been laced with other dangerous drugs. I’m not too familiar with drugs considering I do not use them (and do not want to.) From these stories I have become concerned about their... View More

Grant St Julian III
Grant St Julian III
answered on Jul 20, 2022

It is illegal for drug dealers to sell anyone drugs, laced or not.

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Domestic Violence, International Law and Juvenile Law for Texas on
Q: My brother molested me when I was 13yrs old. Albert is 2 yes older. He did these sick acts for a few weeks. U told Mom

My brother stopped but not before he beat Dad up in the Shoe shop as I walked in back door after school seen Dad laying on floor and picked a shoe hammer up to fend Albert off of Dad. I cried then it was in high school days

Penny Wymyczak-White
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Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Jun 18, 2022

What is your question, If you want to file charges file a police report,

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