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answered on Jan 21, 2019
The friend is a minor and must follow the directions of her parents. If there are problems at home, she should talk to a teacher, school counselor, or other trusted adult.
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answered on Jan 19, 2019
No, you are not emancipated. You could have significant legal problems if you try to do so, as could the 18 year old.
She calls her names locks her out she has not been to a dentist or doctor in forever she is with my dad but he want stand up shes got him locked down as she is 30 and he is almost 60 and they keep having babies amd my sister is made to watch them all the time. She doesnt even have a room in their... View More 
answered on Jan 18, 2019
Unfortunately, your sister is a minor and her father will be able to control where and with whom she lives.
answered on Jan 16, 2019
The age of consent in Georgia is 16 years old. Persons who engage in sexual activity with children under the age of 16 can be charged with a host of offenses including child molestation, statutory rape, and aggravated child molestation. As long as parties older than 16 years old consent in the... View More
I have a stable job and my ged
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answered on Jan 16, 2019
You can't.
-JDC in Ramsey County, MN
- its been 4 days so far
- this isnt his first offense
-He was on probation
How long is it going to be? (Meaning, when will I see him again? Will I be able to talk to him soon?)
answered on Jan 13, 2019
No one could answer that question with the given information. People held for probation violations tend to be locked up longer, than those who only are facing a new charge. Contact the jail to see if they allow visiting hours for juveniles. If he was charged with a felony at age 16 or older, his... View More
Combination lock can parents press charges against 17 girl or go to jail
answered on Jan 13, 2019
This is a matter with the police and school officials who should make a decision decide whether any charges or school discipline is warranted in this situation
answered on Jan 11, 2019
If your son has no previous record generally the State will recommend a deferred adjudication meaning if he completes probation successfully the charge will not be on his record. Juvenile records are sealed and can only be opened under limited circumstances. Probation for a juvenile is generally... View More
Breaking in to some storage units
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answered on Jan 11, 2019
Hire a competent attorney immediately to prepare for Court. You did not specify if it was Juvenile or General Sessions, but even Juvenile Dispositions appear on Records nowadays. He does not need a conviction as it will ruin his life from now on. At worse he needs Diversion, Dismissal and... View More
answered on Jan 11, 2019
your question can't be answered without a thorough and complete review of all circumstances, which is beyond the scope of this question and answer format. Consult an experienced family law attorney for advice on your specific situation.
However, strictly speaking - a juvenile petition... View More
Judge demands I have one but theres no way I can afford it and she doesnt care. What do I do?
answered on Jan 9, 2019
Inform the court of your inability to pay and you may be able to get court appointed counsel for no charge.
This is my first driving offense. I am 16
answered on Jan 8, 2019
You will be summoned to go to court, fined, and probably have your license suspended by the judge. You are a new driver with little driving experience. The judge is likely to think that you don't even have enough experience to be driving 55 in a 55, so will think that speeding 20 miles over... View More
Home. Petition says that the court has jurisdiction over above named juvenile pursuant to the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act? Then states, premises considered, petitioner request hearing and that after such hearing he be adjudged a delinquent child and that disposition be... View More
answered on Jan 7, 2019
That means your going to need to hire an attorney to represent your child and yourself concerning that filing by the District Attorney. Do not hesitate to hire one immediately.
Can the police release info or inform the ambulance squad of his arrest to the ambulance squad since he is a minor?
answered on Jan 6, 2019
The answer to this depends because generally you need a license to be an EMT they could kick him off the squad however will they find out is the question you may have to tell them anyway. Your best bet is to get a good lawyer to fight the case you may have a defense and even if he doesn't... View More
dfcs came to my house two weeks ago with false allegations of drug use and cleanliness.the investigator had already been to my son School said she saw their concerns with him but I refused the drug test.prior to all of this happening, I had placed my son with his paternal grandmother until I could... View More
answered on Jan 6, 2019
Are you the mother? Whatever you do, don't take legal advice from a Caseworker. You need to consult with an attorney before this gets out of hand.
In the context that the 16 year old 100% did consent in the state of Pennsylvania
answered on Jan 5, 2019
It probably not legal and it's certainly not smart. Read the information contained in the link below.
https://www.ageofconsent.net/states/pennsylvania
I’m 16, and 30wks pregnant. I Smoked until about 28wks.
answered on Jan 2, 2019
No, they won't take the baby away. You will also very likely test clean by the time you give birth.
answered on Jan 2, 2019
Sex with a minor in CA is a crime, as consent by a minor is invalid. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials,... View More
The girl is angry about a past situation that was resolved between the ones that were involved I really don't even know the kid I just know she is 16 I don't want that to happen and just want to know what to do in case something happens she is harassing me and stalking me and I can't... View More
answered on Dec 31, 2018
I'm sure you can call your local police station before then -- and I suggest you do so, at the very least to document things before they get out of hand. Best of luck to you.
County has had child in custody for six months, case occured in different county,where no charges were filed, county had placed child in home where she endured phyiscal abuse from foster parent, happend in June 30,2018. Mother(I) have attend & completed classes for an parent advocate, I still... View More
answered on Dec 29, 2018
More info needed.
You need to ask this of lawyers who are familiar with Indian Law.
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