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He was on his way to his basketball game, he has never been in trouble before and has 3.0 GPA
answered on Feb 25, 2019
At a minimum, the court is likely to suspend his license, fine him, and put him on probation for acting recklessly and irresponsibly -- in hopes of making a significant enough impression that he won't risk his life and teh lives of others when he is eventually allowed to drive again.
My 13yr old is being bullied by 7 other juvenile's and a 17yr old highschool juvenile! Not only at school in the State of Indiana but online social networks! This is not a case with mutual combat,my daughter doesn't have any social networks except "musical"so I just need help on... View More 
answered on Feb 24, 2019
You can file a petition for a protective order. Go to the County Clerk's office and fill out the paperwork.
I was sentenced in 2007,when I was 19 (a youth) I received 7years for attempted murder and 25yrs to life for the gun enhancement. I have to go back for a Franklin remand can I bring up the sb 620 as well??
answered on Feb 22, 2019
much more info needed.
you should pose this question to your lawyer who has your entire record and all pertinent papers in front of him/her.
if you don't have a lawyer see if the public defender would talk to you and review your factual scenario.
I was 16 when we started dating and he was 15.
answered on Feb 20, 2019
The age of consent in New York is 17 - this means that if you are currently 17 years old and dating a 16 year old, you can potentially be charged with a sex offense if it is a sexual relationship.
Can her mom snatch her from me and give her to a stranger without any paper work? I've got papers for custody she signed to my mom before she had the baby bc she's on meth and didn't want dfcs involved they never had them noterized bc dfcs didn't get envolved how ever she's... View More
answered on Feb 20, 2019
That depends on what legal documents you have. We can not answer this question without knowing what documents you have. However, if the documents were not filed in a court, they likely are not enforceable. Custody and guardianship documents must be filed with a court of law to be enforceable.... View More
I have an ongoing dfcs case. Im fighting very hard to get my children back. Is it ok for them to use hearsay at the 10 day hearing? The dfcs worker and the social worker at the hospital have two accounts of what was supposedly said. Can they use this as sufficient evidence? Could they be sued for... View More
answered on Feb 19, 2019
You should consult with an attorney who can review the facts of your case in detail and present you with the options. -Homer P. Jordan IV, Esq. 404-620-1558 HomerJordan.com
I am an 18 year old civilian without a law license.
answered on Feb 17, 2019
Theoretically, the law allows for this. Read RSA 311:1: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/rsa/html/XXX/311/311-1.htm
HOWEVER, I would never recommend this to either the potential litigant or the person thinking about representation this way. It is very likely to end badly for all involved.... View More
answered on Feb 16, 2019
It is an A misdemeanor punishable up to 11 months and 29 days and a fine of $2500. You should consult with a local criminal attorney immediately.
I believe I need a lawyer for him
answered on Feb 13, 2019
Generally a dirty urine will result in a violation and yes he should have a lawyer, to try to reduce the time he may serve.
His mom is beating him and I want some type of rights to take care of my son
answered on Feb 8, 2019
A father can seek custody if the mother is beating the child. Just hire a custody lawyer.
answered on Feb 7, 2019
You need to hire a family practitioner to represent you in the dependency case and if unsuccessful, then file suit against them in circuit court.
that represented me in juvenile court. He suggested and is confident we can successfully unseal my record, file a motion to reduce all felonies to misdemeanors, file a secondary motion to have the case dismissed by a judge, and re-seal the record. By doing so, will that make me eligible for... View More
answered on Feb 4, 2019
CA Penal Code 17b relates to reductions of crimes for juveniles, depending on the circumstances. See: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=PEN§ionNum=17.
As for information in a background check, typically such checks uncover all arrests that... View More
she wants to move in with the baby's 19 yr old dad and his mom. her parents are restricting his and his mom's access to the baby and limiting her ability to work etc.
answered on Jan 31, 2019
She can't. Ohio does not allow that. See this link:
https://www.ohiobar.org/public-resources/commonly-asked-law-questions-results/circumstances-say-whether-minors-are-emancipated/
Divored in Florida. My daughter and I moved back to NJ . Her Child support ends at 18 and it doesn’t mention helping pay for collage . Florida law says they don’t have to help wirh collage But Jersey law says they do . How do I get it changed so he is required to help with collage
answered on Jan 29, 2019
two states have different child support laws. as for child support i presume the following : your child's support started in new jersey and then when you moved to Florida then you end child support in new jersey and started child support in Florida. then when you come back to new jersey again... View More
He challanged me to a fight, and to avoid more problems it seems like the best solution. What could happen here. Not fighting is kind of out of the option at this point.
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answered on Jan 24, 2019
Do not fight him.
The parents of the girl do not want to press charges. The 16 year old boy says she was with multiple friends of his at time of conception. 16 year old says he was with her almost a month after conception
answered on Jan 24, 2019
Yes. You can be charged with and arrested for statutory rape. Since you are 16 years old, you will automatically be charged as an adult.
A Va state trooper pulled him over for a broken tail light, then found out he was not old enought to even have a learners permit. He wrote him 4 tickets...driving without license, broken tail light, loud exhaust and no seatbelt.
How will this effect him getting his learners permit? Since... View More
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answered on Jan 23, 2019
His case will be in the juvenile and domestic relations court in the jurisdiction where he committed the offenses. The main one to be concerned with is the driving without a license because that's a misdemeanor. Many judges would continue the case to let him get his permit and consider... View More
My 16y/o wants to reside with me but his aunt whom has permanent guardianship refuses. Do I have a chance in gaining custody. I am remarried, nice home, good job, and safe environment.
answered on Jan 22, 2019
You def have an argument. I would hire a lawyer and pursue this case.
answered on Jan 22, 2019
The 15 year old child (or the parents thereof) can report the matter to the police as assault (i.e., threat of battery), and the parents can file a complaint against the school. The parents of the 17 year old might also be sued for civil assault for the torts of their minor child. More details are... View More
Has been suspended for 10 days possible expulsion because they said he wrote the note for a bomb threat but then they found out who really done it he told his side and they are charging him with the other two all Bc he knew and didn’t tell
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answered on Jan 21, 2019
Retain counsel as soon as possible. Contact a South Carolina criminal defense lawyer immediately to discuss this matter further.
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