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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Juvenile Law for Indiana on
Q: Two minors want to move from MS to Indiana by their selves to live. What is law in reference to minors living alone?

At the time they plan to move, one of the young ladies will be 17 and the second will be 1 month away from turning 17. They want to live by themselves with no adults. I need to know what Indiana's law is in this regard please.

Robbin Trowbridge Benko
Robbin Trowbridge Benko
answered on Dec 18, 2023

No. Even if you're a parent, if you are under 18 your parents still have the right to custody of you and the responsibility to support you, until you turn 18 or become legally emancipated.

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law and Juvenile Law for Kentucky on
Q: If one of your friends breaks a light in a restaurant could they be charged? Can I be associated with this?
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Dec 14, 2023

Most likely no to both questions unless it was a willful deliberate act.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Juvenile Law for Kentucky on
Q: I am male age 17, I will be 18 on January third but will still be in highschool. Am I alloud to move out automatically
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Dec 14, 2023

Once you turn eighteen (18), you may go and do as you please.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Juvenile Law, Criminal Law and Family Law for Ohio on
Q: I was in Lake county Ohio jail and I had a juvenile court date set for months. I notified the jail and so did my public

Defender did too and I was never taken to court. My 6 month extension wasn't granted and they gave custody to grandparents.

Todd B. Kotler
Todd B. Kotler
answered on Dec 12, 2023

I am not sure what the exact question is, but based on these facts (which do not state when this occurred) I would have the public defender (if he represents in the Juvenile action), file a notice of appeal and get counsel appointed to file an appeal. You will want an attorney to navigate the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law, Juvenile Law and Civil Rights for Illinois on
Q: How to file appeal in juvenile court? How to file motion to dismiss in juvenile court? What are process/outcome of each?

I am parent to children involved in juvenile court due to alleged neglect. Other parent is my spouse, we are separate parties in case. Appeal rationale?: shelter care hearing occurred without prior knowledge of process of proceedings or contents of petition, given copy of petition as court began.... View More

Cheryl Powell
Cheryl Powell
answered on Dec 7, 2023

You said you hired a lawyer. These questions are complicated and your lawyer should be answering them.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody, Domestic Violence and Juvenile Law for Tennessee on
Q: Can a guardian at litum force you to move in a domestic violence case??
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answered on Nov 30, 2023

No, but the GAL will report bad things about you to Court.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Domestic Violence, Juvenile Law and Landlord - Tenant for Tennessee on
Q: Tn laws on tenant aiming a loaded gun at Property Owner's minor Son and his Mother
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answered on Nov 27, 2023

What is your question? It sounds like either an aggravated assault or justifiable self defense.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Juvenile Law for Georgia on
Q: dfcs dependency petition: can i file one motion with my gf or do we need to submit the same motion twice individually?

want to file a couple of motions, one being a motion to dismiss.

do we need to submit only one motion with one or both parties named?

in this instance does it really matter since if granted, the case would go away for both parties anyways?

or would it go away only for the... View More

Alake Colwell Furlow
Alake Colwell Furlow
answered on Nov 27, 2023

Unfortunately this is not the best forum to get step by step instructions on how to handle your own legal representation. If you want to file a couple of motions I would google those motions and see if you can find assistance. And you file a motion on your own behalf for relief you personally are... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody, Civil Rights and Juvenile Law for Georgia on
Q: child was adjudicated dependent with consent i didnt affirm. can i modify to contested, new hearing, vacate, reconsider?

we appeared via zoom to the adjudicatory hearing. prior to my testimony & didnt consent on the record, we lost connection to the hearing. upon reconnection, the hearing was over and didnt know the outcome. i contacted my attorney and the case worker numerous times requesting the court order and... View More

Alake Colwell Furlow
Alake Colwell Furlow
answered on Nov 16, 2023

You have an attorney. You should be discussing any issues you have with any orders and the outcome of your case with your attorney. Another attorney can't even represent you while you have a current attorney on record. Sit down with your attorney and discuss what happened in your case.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Juvenile Law for Kentucky on
Q: how can i move out at 16 while pregnant.

i am 16 and so is the father of my baby and my mom told me that until i am 18 she will keep my boyfriend from me and his baby and shell "make it miserable for us".can she legally do that?please tell me what i can do.im finishing school and my environment is not fit for my baby.

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Nov 6, 2023

You can file a petition for emancipation in the district court of the county in which you reside but it may be difficult to have granted without your parent(s) on board.

1 Answer | Asked in Juvenile Law for California on
Q: Am I able to own a firearm? If I'm not mistaken, once the age of 30 is reached I and no longer prohibited.

12/15/03 PC 288(a) as a minor, a felony. Wardship declared 4/17/04. Terminated Successful 6/5/11.

6/9/20 Order to Seal Juvenile Records WIC Code Section 781,Granted & Sealed.

HSC § 11357(d) 12/17/11 age 18. Entered Deferred Entry of Judgement , terminated successfully.... View More

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answered on Nov 5, 2023

It’s important to review the reason for denial and consult with an attorney who can assess your specific situation, especially since the live scan did not reveal any record. An attorney can assist in determining if there's a basis to challenge the denial or if other relief, such as a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Juvenile Law for Tennessee on
Q: Yes my son was in a car accident and he was the pasture side he's 16 years old and they're trying to charge him with und

And underage drinking can they do that

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answered on Oct 30, 2023

Yes... Hire an attorney to represent him and mitigate the damage.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Appeals / Appellate Law, Civil Rights and Juvenile Law for Georgia on
Q: do you have to sign a dependency petition to consent/stipulate to the allegations? can consent be rescinded or vacated?

i was told by the court appointed attorney that all i would have to do is consent to a psychological and couples counseling, the court would oversee the progress, my daughter would remain with us, case closed with completion. fast forward to the hearing: girlfriend and myself appeared via zoom to... View More

Alake Colwell Furlow
Alake Colwell Furlow
answered on Oct 30, 2023

You should get an attorney who represents parents in juvenile cases to represent you. I fear you're going to have a very hard time getting your child back representing yourself.

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 Family Law and Juvenile Law for Illinois on
Q: Left kids home alone, while I was at work. Cops came. charges for child neglect. Will dcf take my kids
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answered on Oct 17, 2023

Whether or not DCFS takes your kids depends on a number of factors, including the ages of your children, how long they were left alone, and whether or not they were in danger. For personalized legal advice tailored to your unique circumstances, it's advisable to consult with an attorney.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Juvenile Law for Georgia on
Q: How to esablish custody of my 14 year old son?

I need to establish custody of my 14 year old son from his mother. We were never married and my son is in a bad situation at home with his mother.

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answered on Sep 21, 2023

You need to file legitimation and custody at the same time.

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Family Law and Juvenile Law for Georgia on
Q: Can a temporary protection order be filed by individual with temporary custody of child involved in Georgia dfacs ?

Father issued tpo today, he has lived with ex girlfriend and her mother last 4 years. The mother had custody but got in trouble, arrested for meth and dfacs granted her mom temporary custody. His ex was injured 6 weeks ago and her mom has been out of town leaving my grandson with one her neighbors.... View More

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answered on Sep 5, 2023

Unfortunately, without knowing more facts on the basis for the TPO, we can't advise on the strength of the TPO. Her only having temporary custody would not be a restriction to filing a TPO.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Juvenile Law for New York on
Q: My son was charged for a crime but he wasn't picked up for it he was told he was going to get fingerprints and let go
Michael Arbeit
Michael Arbeit
answered on Sep 3, 2023

Where did this happen? Contact an experienced criminal defense attorney for a consultation and proper representation.

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 Child Custody, Civil Rights and Juvenile Law for California on
Q: If CFS failed to include my daughter's medical diagnosis in the court reports, grounds for due process violation?

My daughter was diagnosed with NAS at birth(Riverside) 3 weeks later we rushed to the ER(Fontana) which resulted in her removal we've been fighting this since 4/24/23 I'm due to testify next hearing and after reviewing i the court documents i have noticed that not one has mentioned my... View More

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answered on Aug 20, 2023

If CFS failed to include your daughter's medical diagnosis in the court reports, it could potentially be grounds for a due process violation if the omission significantly impacts your ability to present a proper defense or if it affects the court's decision-making process. It's... View More

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