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I was recently caught with alcohol at school, and I am now serving 2 weeks of detention and a drug awareness program. On the same day I was caught, I ran away for a few hours and my parents filed a missing persons case. After I was found, I was allowed to freely return home with my father. When... View More 
answered on May 11, 2019
You have to follow your parents rules.
You're lucky that the police are settling things with your parents and not taking this matter to juvenile court.
You don't want to have to deal with a juvenile court judge.
After the fight, her mother filed a police report against me and they said the other young lady had a knot on her head. Can I possibly go to jail? I am 17 and a Junior in high school.
answered on May 10, 2019
If you are accused of assaulting the young lady, you could be prosecuted for assault & battery. Assault & battery is a misdemeanor which carries a potential jail sentence of up to 93 days. If you were 17 at the time of the alleged offense, you'd be prosecuted as an adult, not as a juvenile.
They say he will be charged with assault. How will I know this has happened? Both kids shoved each other, but my son shoved first. Should we fight this? At what point should I hire an attorney? The other kid's father is a lawyer.
answered on May 9, 2019
NOW. YESTERDAY. LAST WEEK.
Waiting to hire a lawyer until the charge is like waiting to have the cavity filled until you need a root canal.
If you were being investigated you would want an attorney now.
He needs to have his rights protected. He needs to know to stop talking... View More
answered on May 9, 2019
Good question. There probably is some interplay regarding what is protected information under FERPA and to whom. I do know that as a ward of the court (which a juvenile is while on probation), a probation officer has a lot of leeway into the child's life, and so I do believe the probation... View More
I was 18 when I agreed to the terms of a contract with an internet and phone company in Nebraska. I incurred debt with them and wonder whether or not I am legally responsible for upholding the contract I signed at the age of 18.
My girlfriend and I are both 17 in the State of Ohio. Her parents do not like me for various reasons, and the only way my girlfriend and I can communicate is at public school, and various ways we find to text each other. Her parents threaten that if we don't stop seeing/talking to each other,... View More
answered on May 8, 2019
The threshold for a Protection Order is "imminent harm", and the Parents can file an Ex-Parte Order documenting the behavior. Regardless if the Ex-Parte is granted, a full hearing will be scheduled. The best recourse is to reflect as to why the parents disapprove of you....and perhaps adjust.
Also this is in Michigan so this could be different in other states. My parents just don't like him because of rumors that are not true. They have no evidence at all, just gossip. What can I do? I also read that I can "run away" at 17 and the cops can't force me to go home. Is... View More
answered on May 6, 2019
This scenario falls under what I call the "my house, my rules" law. When you are under 18, and when you live in your parents' house, parents can do what they feel necessary to ensure your general welfare. This includes using any legal means to keep you away from what they believe to... View More
answered on Apr 30, 2019
Hello. No, until you are 19, you are covered under the Court order from your parent's divorce or custody matter. It sounds like you need to discuss this issue with your parents and let them take the necessary legal steps to make this happen. It has possible child support and tax implications,... View More
I live in Arizona and I’m 15 am I able to make my decision with living with my mom
answered on Apr 26, 2019
Your opinion and the behavior if the male on your birth certificate should both be taken into consideration. You will need to petition the court for a review of the cold custody order. There are a number of factors which will need to be considered in determining where the petition must be filed and... View More
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answered on Apr 25, 2019
If the actual Victim testifies in Court then that would be extremely damning Evidence. Irrespective of any other Evidence of the State, that might be enough to convince a Jury. Defendant may wish to see if the Victim is taking any drugs or if an Alibi is available.
I planned on moving out of my current household, already packing my belongings. My parents said if I tried to leave, they were going to report me as a missing person and have the police search for me. Is this legal? I know in some states, it is, but I’m not so sure about Ohio’s laws on the matter.
answered on Apr 24, 2019
If you are 18, you can make your own decisions about where to live. Have you made arrangements to have health insurance and car insurance? Do you intend to continue your education? Will you need financial assistance? It could be unwise to alienate your parents.
Is it at 21 or 18?
answered on Apr 24, 2019
21. However, keep in mind that it is still illegal under federal law.
First time being pulled over. Under age, 17.
answered on Apr 23, 2019
License suspension and a fine, with the judge likely to be angered by him endangering others and acting totally irresponsibly. Parents also might get a lecture from the judge.
Currently a runaway.
answered on Apr 22, 2019
You do not have the legal capacity to decide where you wish to live until you are 18. You may qualify for emancipation if you are able to financially support yourself, in which case you should talk to an attorney to assist you in filing for legal emancipation.
If you cannot support... View More
answered on Apr 18, 2019
In a legal sense, no, particularly in the sense of a vehicle or other item requiring an actual title. If a minor was left property in a will it is typically held for the minor's benefit by someone appointed by the court as a guardian of their estate for that purpose, for example.
They stopped them and another boy and were asking them all kinds of questions and accusing them of them of breaking into buildings and doing drugs. I was not notified nor was I present when the officers did this.
I’m 15 and a tattoo artist told me that it’s the law that I have to be 16 to get a tattoo in Michigan.
answered on Apr 13, 2019
There isn’t an age minimum, but if you’re a minor you’ll need your parent to come with you to the tattoo shop and give permission.
Here is a link to Michigan’s law on tattooing minors.... View More
I have every contact recorded. Documentation pertaining to the case that has not been redacted by CPS. Officials willing to be deposed proving fraudulent statements and actions.
TIL SHE CALMS DOWN AND THE SHE GETS UP AND PUNCH ME IN THE FACE BECAUSE I PICK UP HER STUFF AND TELL HER SHE GOING HOME CAUSE SHE DIDN'T ASK ME TO GO ANYWHERE AND I HIT HER BACK CAN I GET IN TROUBLE AND SHE HAS A HISTORY OF FIGHTING GROWN UPS SHE CLAIMS I HIT HER FIRST BUT I DIDN'T I... View More
answered on Apr 10, 2019
Anyone can get in trouble for anything. A more important question is can you get OUT of trouble. In this situation it sounds like you may have justifications for self defense in Penal Code 9.31 and possibly also discipline of a child under PC 9.61 (if her parents wanted you to look after her.)... View More
I definitely have a case here, I simply cannot afford representation at this moment, at least not all at one time. I start a new job as soon as this case is resolved that will afford me to pay for a private attorney. I am 38 years old, and a victim of repeat abuse from my daughter's father,... View More
answered on Apr 10, 2019
You can trust the public defender. I will tell you that you aren't the first I've heard make those allegations against DeKalb DFCS. Right or wrong, you will have the opportunity to address these allegations in court. Take advantage of the ability to have a public defender. If you are... View More
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