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Your current state is Ohio
answered on Aug 12, 2018
It would be the parent who would be held responsible, unless you are a legal guardian.
I caught my 12 year old son performing oral sex on my 10 year old son. In turn we found out that My 12 year old has been orally and anally abused by his dad's son who is 17. The assault happened when they were 15 and 10. The 17 year old was charged and so was my 12 year old. I need to know if... View More 
answered on Aug 11, 2018
Your twelve year old's case will be handled in juvenile court and will not be required to register.
child and there were no drugs present? The birth was full term.
Telling my controlling mother, and refused to go home?
answered on Aug 10, 2018
You could be ruled a delinquent and could end up in juvenile detention.
She is 17 and took HER clothes and is trying to call the police
answered on Aug 9, 2018
Have your friend contact the police herself to explain the situation. Hopefully they can help iron things out, or get her somewhere safe.
Best of luck to your friend.
I'm going to put as much detail here as possible my 26 year old husband was arrested on a juvenile contempt warrant last night in St Clair county Michigan. We are so confused on what is going on and the police won't tell us anything except that the warrant is from 2012, but he has been in... View More
answered on Aug 8, 2018
People are charged with contempt when they fail to comply with a court order. The court can give you info on exactly why he’s being charged with contempt.
The mother abandon her kids moved in around the corner with her neighbors and boyfriend taking off with her autistic son social security check that is when the oldest step daughter had come forward about her mother's abuse and neglect. The Stepfather got a protection order but then lost the... View More
answered on Aug 8, 2018
If the stepfather does not have legal custody, then he could be arrested if he does not give the children to the person who has custody. Stepfather can file for custody or can file for guardianship, and the court will decide what is in the best interest of the children. Stepfather should retain a... View More
answered on Aug 7, 2018
As long as your partner gives full consent, based on the information you provided, it is not illegal.
If the younger person is older than 13 and younger than 16, the older person may not be more than 48 months older.
answered on Aug 7, 2018
Contact an attorney in your local area to help you with the case and they will be able to draft all the necessary documents, get a hearing, and present your case.
My almost 17 year old not legally adopted son of mine's step mother called and asked if he could come live with me due to circumstances between him and his father. I want full legal guardianship of him so that I can enroll him in school, take him to Dr. appointments, etc. What steps or forms... View More
answered on Aug 6, 2018
It looks like you're in Missouri. You asked this in a forum for Louisiana.
or things my mother has bought for me with her own money
answered on Aug 6, 2018
Based on your question, I can appreciate your situation being a young adult, but with that said you are considered a minor until you turn 18 and as such you can't own property. The property you speak of belongs to your parents or to those whom you live with. The property purchased by your... View More
I met my friend 10 years ago and Ive known her son since he was a toddler and he just just turned 13. Last year his mother had trouble caring for him, so he often stayed with me. He and his mother moved to Pennsylvania to get better support. His parents are divorced and i live in Georgia. If he... View More
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answered on Aug 5, 2018
Only the parents have rights to a child. You would have to file in court to obtain legal rights. Otherwise, it is interference of custody.
Like for example the males birthday is Oct 16,2001 and the females is July 15,2004. When is it illegal for them to be in a relationship.
answered on Aug 4, 2018
See Texas Penal Code Section 21.11 - Indecency with a Child, Section 22.011 - Sexual Assault, and Section 43.25 - Sexual Performance by a Child for the law on the subject.
me and my wife were assaulted by our oldest duaghter who is 16. we have a total of 4 kids including her 2 of which have special needs who witnessed the incident and traumatized by it. we called 911 police came and refused to arrest our daughter even though there was clear marks on both my wife and... View More
answered on Aug 3, 2018
If your daughter is a minor in your custody you have the legal right to commit her for a psychiatric evaluation or to put her in some type of institution that works with problem children. You would have to figure out how to pay for these services. Your health insurance might cover the psychiatric... View More
The officer said I can't see her until a hearing
answered on Jul 31, 2018
You did not ask a question, but I'm sorry to hear about your daughter. A lawyer would be able to go see your daughter right away. I would strongly advise hiring a lawyer ASAP.
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I am the 17 year old(female if it makes any difference). My mom kicked me out because she couldn't financially support me. I live with my step mom who knows I have been diagnosed with extreme depression and high levels of anxiety. She manipulates my emotions and turns my father against me by... View More
answered on Jul 31, 2018
I'm sorry you are going through this. Legally you are not able to leave until you are 18 years old. You may want to speak with your mom and dad about the issue that is going on with the stepmother and see if they can help address it. But until you turn 18 your parents have the final say on... View More
ccused for shoplifting $40 tagged item in Bergen County,NJ. LP took my license, DOB, name and age and weight. Police we’re not involved but I was given a paper for $150, I refused and was then told to contact LP department within 72 if case made. They said I should receive a letter within a week... View More
answered on Jul 28, 2018
Yes a chance exist for the next year that the store at anytime May file criminal charges against you. Whether they will do this is anyone's guess but arguing over the Civil demand may not be wise. Of course you would be best served by speaking with an attorney to see what your best options... View More
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answered on Jul 28, 2018
You need to file a modification of custody case.
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