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Husband only admitted after begging me not to press charges on his sister's 15 yr old son for inappropriately touching our 6 yr old daughter. He is scared he will get prosecuted for what he did to his sister if I try to protect our daughter. His family doesn't know what he did to his... View More
answered on Aug 29, 2018
You need to ask this question in Illinois. In Georgia the statute of limitations would have run out already and he could not be prosecuted.
Parents kick them out?? What is the Ohio law? Repercussions for the parents??
answered on Aug 29, 2018
If there is no court-ordered parenting agreement from a divorce or custody proceeding, and the child is not special needs, then parental obligations typically cease at age 18. The child could be considered a month-to-month tenant, requiring a proper eviction action. A month to month tenancy can... View More
answered on Aug 24, 2018
Probably. The court could determine that you were acting very irresponsibly, and at such a young age, you need more maturity before being allowed to drive again, where you could kill yourself or others. Driving is a privilege, not a right. The court can take it away.
harrassed" her. She sent it through snap chat. It is not accurate. What are my son's rights. BTW both ages are 14 years old.
answered on Aug 24, 2018
You are in a tricky spot to navigate as there are so many ways to go and so many pitfalls too. Have you contacted the police about the cyber-bullying? If they are in the same school, have you notified the school so they can intervene on the bullying as well? As for the harassment, if they were... View More
answered on Aug 23, 2018
There is no jury in juvenile court, only a judge decides the facts at trial.
When I was 15 I was charged with 3rd degree retail fraud in MI. I went to court and paid the $150 fine, and completed a Consent Calendar Program apparently (I don't remember this). In my court document, it states "no fingerprint or arrest cards were submitted with the petition request. As... View More
answered on Aug 22, 2018
more info needed
juv court matters do not normally come up on background checks
So my friend is 20, he was talking to a 16 year old .
Invited her over . She was on her way over when she got into a car crash
BUT
she was driving without insurance .
So her parents are making him pay for the damages . Like the car and such so they don't take it to the cops .
answered on Aug 22, 2018
Your friend is not legally responsible for any damages arising from the accident you describe, but any sexual contact between a 20 year old and a 16 year old is a felony. See Texas Penal Code Section 21.11 - Indecency with a Child, Section 22.011 - Sexual Assault, and Section 43.25 - Sexual... View More
answered on Aug 22, 2018
Yes, because aggravated assault is considered a violent crime. That being said, I would be curious to know whether the child is in general population or at a juvenile detention center. Your (and his) best bet will be to get with an experienced criminal defense attorney to assist him in the youth... View More
First I was found having a pipe and grinder and for this I was let go with a warning. Later I was cought having smoked In a room. However there was no marijuana remaining when I was found. What is the criminal punishment for this. I am also under the age of 18.
answered on Aug 21, 2018
You may just be looking at a misdemeanor; however, regardless, given that it was just a drug-related crime, you should consider reaching out to an attorney, as the attorney may be able to work something out with the prosecutor so that you avoid jail time.
Court order 50/50 custody and week to week. No child support. In Cullman Alabama
answered on Aug 19, 2018
If the case is in Alabama, she is going to need to consult with an attorney licensed to practice there.
answered on Aug 16, 2018
No, it depends on how long it takes the Medical Examiner to determine the cause of death.
ORC 2907.05 . I pleaded guilty at 16 and received only community service and mandatory counseling and 2 years of Probation. I’m 17 now about to be 18 and want to prepare to expunge to join the military. My probation was cut short I’m no longer on probation. I’ve completed counseling and I... View More
answered on Aug 16, 2018
In Ohio, yes, a juvenile GSI charge can be sealed and later expunged. But that's only Ohio law, the state in which you've asked. The site seems to think your location is MI.
My son just BARELY turned 12, and just entered middle school this past week. He has NEVER been in trouble and gets As and Bs. A girl sent him a video of herself without a shirt or bra. My son was on the bus Last week, and was scrolling and listening to music like every-day. He was scrolling... View More
This childs pic was not obscured in the paper and his full name and age were given he was bullied harassed and just received horrible treatment
answered on Aug 14, 2018
It really depends. Typically, they should be housed in a juvenile detention center until such time as they are adjudicated to be an adult; however, when they are charged with a violent crime, circuit court jurisdiction may automatically kick in, thus allowing them to be placed in general population.
answered on Aug 14, 2018
It really depends. Typically, they should be housed in a juvenile detention center until such time as they are adjudicated to be an adult; however, when they are charged with a violent crime, circuit court jurisdiction may automatically kick in, thus allowing them to be placed in general population.
answered on Aug 13, 2018
It really depends on the circumstances, the charges, whether the juvenile is competent, his or her age, etc. A hearing on whether or not to hold the juvenile is required to happen fast, but the adjudicatory hearing may be a long way off.
Not liking living situation and would like to do better
answered on Aug 13, 2018
A child may move out of his or her parents home when he or she reaches eighteen or becomes emancipated.
answered on Aug 13, 2018
You can move out without their permission when you are eighteen. Otherwise you will need to become emancipated or have someone else file for guardianship over you.
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