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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Juvenile Law and Probate for Massachusetts on
Q: What does the request by a family court to file a motion to waive a citation mean?

I have recently filed for the name change of my child. The Probate and Family Court returned the petition and all necessary documents, along with the reason for returning being that I should file a motion to waive the citation signed by both parents. i don't understand this request, what... View More

Thomas Shack III
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answered on Aug 8, 2023

In Massachusetts family court, a request to file a motion to waive a citation means that the court is asking you to submit a formal request to waive the requirement of serving a citation to the opposing party. By waiving the citation, the court aims to expedite the legal process.

1 Answer | Asked in Juvenile Law for California on
Q: Can an 18 year old be arrested for getting his 17 year old girlfriend pregnant? in California

Can parents press charges?

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answered on Aug 5, 2023

There are no Romeo and Juliet laws in California. This means that it is always statutory rape (PC 261.5) to have consensual sexual intercourse with someone under 18, even if you are close-in-age or a minor yourself. - James Arrasmith, Owner. The Law Offices of James L. Arrasmith.

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 for California on
Q: Can I sue the juvenile detention center for strip searching me after every visit from family
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answered on Jul 23, 2023

You may have grounds to file a lawsuit against the juvenile detention center if the strip searches were conducted in violation of your constitutional rights. The Fourth Amendment protects individuals from unreasonable searches and seizures, and strip searches must be justified by reasonable... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Juvenile Law for Georgia on
Q: How to return to juvenile court on reconsidering guardianship?
Alake Colwell Furlow
Alake Colwell Furlow
answered on Jul 19, 2023

I would advise you to seek a consultation with an attorney. Because no one can begin to give you advice based on the sentence you have posted on the board. Many more details are needed in order to provide an accurate response.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Communications Law, Juvenile Law and Native American Law for Oklahoma on
Q: Can a facility deny family members from visiting juvenile in a inpatient facility without answering the question "Why?"

The facility just hangs up the phone with no explanation. The child is denied phone calls and visitation. There is no explanation. Can a facility do this?

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answered on Jul 10, 2023

Facilities typically have guidelines for visitation and phone calls, but reasonable access should generally be allowed for family members unless there are safety or legal concerns. If you're experiencing difficulties, it's advisable to contact the facility's administration or seek... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Juvenile Law for Kentucky on
Q: What are your options when your 17 year old is beyond control after all resources?

My adopted 17 year old is out of control but I don’t want to file a beyond control petition because I feel like it’s just going to put more work on me for the same results. He already has all the resources and we even helped him get his GED 7 months ago since school was a big issue. We are not... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Jul 6, 2023

Take the petition. No realistic other way to get a handle on it.

1 Answer | Asked in Juvenile Law for Michigan on
Q: I am on 30 days house arrest with no tether. After my 30 days, am i technically allowed to go out without supervision?

Would I have to wait for my next meeting with my probation officer?

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answered on Jul 3, 2023

The conditions of house arrest are set by the court and supervised by the probation officer. It is crucial to strictly adhere to the terms of your house arrest order until your probation period is officially over and your probation officer gives you permission to resume normal activities without... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Juvenile Law for Florida on
Q: In Florida, can a minor concealed carry an axis lock knife with a blade shorter than 4 inches in public.

The axis lock is used on Benchmade knives. It locks the blade in the open position. The person carrying the knife is under 18 years old.

Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Jun 25, 2023

So, essentially a pocket knife. Sure, the concealed carry law doesn't prohibit the carrying of a "common pocketknife". See Chapter 790, Florida Statutes:

http://www.leg.state.fl.us/Statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0700-0799/0790/0790ContentsIndex.html

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Juvenile Law for South Carolina on
Q: I signed a kinship care agreement with my mother for my daughter to reside with her. Can she legally take my

Daughter out of state without DSS or my permission

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Megan Hunt Dell
answered on Jun 8, 2023

There is no enough detail in your question to provide a specific response. Each agreement in Family Court is unique and without reviewing the specific language of yours, it is not possible to determine anyone's rights. Your best course of action is to consult with a lawyer who is experienced... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Family Law, Federal Crimes and Juvenile Law for Tennessee on
Q: Four years ago, my mother made me have a bath naked with two 12-year-old girls when I was 14 years old, can I sue?

I'm 18 and male. Four years ago when I was 14, my mother was going to visit her friend who lived in the countryside for a few days and she took me with her. While we were walking over to her friend's house, I slipped and fell in the mud. When we arrived at her friend's house, my... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Jun 5, 2023

Generally, you cannot successfully sue someone unless their actions or inactions caused you to suffer actual legally compensable injuries. Your question does not mention any such injuries, and it is difficult to imagine how the facts you describe would likely result in any such injury.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Juvenile Law for California on
Q: In 2011, in Fort Myers, three 14-year-old girls held an 11-year-old boy down and stripped him completely naked

The girls recorded the entire incident before putting a video of it on Youtube. The police labeled it a prank. How was this legal for the girls to do this with no punishment considering they restrained and stripped another child naked against their will and put a video of them naked online for the... View More

Robert Kane
Robert Kane
answered on Jun 4, 2023

Quite simply, the police officers didn't agree with your assessment of the situation. If it was posted on YouTube, a it seems many people didn't agree with your assessment. The child's parents should have taken the video to personal injury attorneys for an evaluation

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Criminal Law, Constitutional Law and Juvenile Law for California on
Q: My son who is under 18 was served with a temp civil harassment restraining order. I filed a response right away

Since he was not in the area of the crime and is being falsely accused. The court has been continued twice so I dont know if the judge has seen my response. Is there anything else I can do to get this removed right away?

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answered on May 31, 2023

The only way to get the RO removed would be to present evidence at the hearing that your son was not present. There is no short cut

1 Answer | Asked in Juvenile Law and Criminal Law for Florida on
Q: Hi, there is a book published with my fathers, mine and my juvenile sons name in it, my question is don't you have to a

Persons permission to put there name and/or story out in a book for the world to see

Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on May 30, 2023

No, unless the book is defamatory, none of you would have a case. The publisher is not required to obtain the permission of the persons named in the book.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Adoption, Child Custody and Juvenile Law for Tennessee on
Q: Pro Bono Needed Please!!!!!!

I have recently been through heck and back since February of this year, My mom passed March 13th 2023 also, but my child’s father has not seen or talked to my daughter for 7 or so months, we have a court order for child support since 2017 . The last payment received was 12/12/22. When they try to... View More

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answered on May 30, 2023

Go to the local Child Support Office and take all your court orders about your child with you. They may be able to help you. If that does not work out, contact Legal Aid. You may be able to get a pro bono lawyer.

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce, Family Law, Child Custody and Juvenile Law for Virginia on
Q: If I was issued Emergency protective order in virginia and she was granted the box that is marked granting her the hous

If she was granted the house in an emergency protective order it says her name. The family of household member is granted possession of the exclusion of the respondent however no such Grant of possession shall affect title To any real or personal pro Property. If she is out of the state ono... View More

Faraji A. Rosenthall
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Faraji A. Rosenthall
answered on May 28, 2023

You should have a lawyer look at the actual protective order to be certain. That much said, if it gives her sole possession of the house, then you would be prohibited from going there - even if she is at work, or on vacation, or for any reason.

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets and Juvenile Law for Georgia on
Q: My 16 year old got a speeding ticket in Canton GA going 91 in a 70. What should we expect to happen?
Maurice Mandel II
Maurice Mandel II
answered on May 27, 2023

Because the driver is under 18, he will probably need a parent to appear in Court with him. If found guilty of the offense, he may face a fine, and possible licenses suspension, possibly until he turns 18. You need to consult an attorney in your local area that practices this kind of law. Thank... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Juvenile Law and Health Care Law for California on
Q: Hi I am trying to obtain Juvenile health mental health records I contacted the juvenile hall mental department

they told me it was destroyed which I wonder if they are really destroyed after seven years like they said say

Is there a way you can get juvenile hall mental health records after the seven years of being 18 I would like to have these records I was unaware of them being destroyed

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answered on May 19, 2023

The retention and destruction policies for juvenile mental health records vary by jurisdiction. It is possible that records are destroyed after a certain period, typically when the individual reaches a certain age or a specified number of years pass. To determine if you can obtain your records... View More

3 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Family Law, Child Custody and Juvenile Law for Georgia on
Q: 2 Fridays ago, my daughters half brother asked if he could spend the night. We picked him up not knowing he snuck out.

His mom applied for a warrant and now there's a pre warrant hearing. I honestly didn't know. Do I need an attorney?

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answered on May 15, 2023

Yes, you need an attorney.

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1 Answer | Asked in Juvenile Law for Kentucky on
Q: When a juvenile is accused of a felonious crime while in a juvenile center are detention staff required to report to CDW

My son is accused of a crime while in detention and it was not reported to CDW the day of the incident and it states in the allegations. I was told that the verbiage will probably be rewritten to not include that the CDW was not contacted. Is this legal to change

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on May 13, 2023

Wait and see if he is charged and if any documentation changes before you take any action.

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