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I am 17 and life in my house is getting bad, my dad has been telling me we arent going to make it in this house together, i keep getting in trouble part of it my fault and the other side is not. I dont want to be in this hostile environment and I want my parents to understand that if we cant work... View More 
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answered on Apr 6, 2018
At 17, you be respectful and do what your parents tell you. At 18 - do what you want.
This child is my blood relative and was placed with us for permanent placement. She has been suddenly placed back with bio parents on 2 occasions after PTR has been filed. She is only 3. She has moved homes 5 times. The caseworker has not made 1 choice in the best interest of this child. The last... View More
answered on Apr 5, 2018
There may be actions you can take to get children properly placed, but it appears you need an experienced attorney at this point. "Suing" the state should not be at the top of your list. It is difficult for everyone when the state finds it necessary to remove children from their parents.... View More
should one explain the truth and facts of the incident to/for the judge at a hearing for dismissal (not a trial) or just reiterate a respectful demand for dismissal
answered on Apr 5, 2018
No idea. There is not enough information here to venture a response. It is clear that you have some type of court case pending. Asking what you should or should not do in a court case, via the internet is not the best approach. If you are representing yourself in a litigation case, and you do... View More
He has done this before for a shorter time and I did report him missing/runaway but I feel like the police didn't take the situation seriously. They checked out all of the locations that I reported but essentially just waited for him to come back home on his own. Which he did, but once I... View More
answered on Apr 5, 2018
I suppose you could report the friend's parents for the crime of Harboring a Runaway Child (PC 25.06) but that doesn't sound like the sort of solution you are seeking.
My son, his girlfriend, my husband, and I were arrested for harassment and disorderly conduct at a quick serve restaurant.
My son and his girlfriend are 11. They were just kissing and hugging, then a lady went off on us, we gotten into an argument, and she called the cops on us that got us... View More
answered on Apr 4, 2018
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Basically a friend of mine 16(american) was talking to a guy in england, and had minor sexually lenient conversations, and apparently asked to send nudes by a 19(british) guy. She said no and was very creeped out, I confronted the guy and he said that the age of consent was 16 in England and there... View More
answered on Apr 4, 2018
Sixteen is the age of consent in Georgia too. That said, you should still address it with the police. Nothing will likely come of it, as he will not be arrested for anything unless he comes to Georgia, but there could be other crimes here.
Hello I am 16 and on the first monday of spring break me and a friend were pulled over and cuffed for call they received for burglary of a vehicle. However they did not charge us with it we were let off with curfew tickets. Well the officers had told my mom that i didn't admit to anything but... View More
answered on Apr 4, 2018
You have the right to enter a plea of not guilty and force the State to prove any allegation against you beyond a reasonable doubt. No one in this forum, however, can accurately evaluate your probability of success, since we don't know the evidence the State has in its possession. Start... View More
We are both 17 years old, but she does not want to return home after we leave our vacation because of her dad not treating her fairly, will we both be forced to go back home
This is more to cover his end for his parents I am ok with it and so are they but they want to protect him as well. I totally understand but want to put some ease on them.
answered on Apr 3, 2018
Define date. Any Sexual Contact between the 2 of them is a felony, and anything that you sign acknowledging their relationship makes you subject to criminal prosecution.
answered on Apr 2, 2018
There are a number of statutory considerations for minor settlements. One issue is whether the amount is greater than 10,000.
http://butlervinesbabblaw.com/blog/how-to-deal-with-minor-settlements/
Something, whether a trust, or other fiduciary protection is needed for amounts over... View More
answered on Apr 2, 2018
How do your parents feel about this? If either parent objects, the court cannot declare you emancipated. Bear in mind that the purpose of the Emancipation of Minors Act "is to provide a means by which a mature minor who has demonstrated the ability and capacity to manage his own affairs and to... View More
answered on Apr 2, 2018
How long he will be there depends on the conviction and the judge. Juvenile court can maintain jurisdiction over a person until they are 21.
If so would he still only be able to work an 18 hour work week, or would they be able to work more since they'd be considered an adult?
answered on Apr 2, 2018
No, a minor cannot be emancipated in Ohio except in limited circumstances. Here is more information:
https://www.ohiobar.org/ForPublic/Resources/LawYouCanUse/Pages/LawYouCanUse-255.aspx
If there are problems at home, talk to a school counselor, family member, or other trusted adult.
answered on Apr 2, 2018
Look at TCA 40-35-111. TCA 55-8-136 states a violation is a class C misdeamenor.
Up to a 50 dollar fine and/or 30 days. Not likely going to get any days- A fine generally. If the person goes to court and is found guilty court costs will be added. You will need to check with the clerk... View More
answered on Mar 30, 2018
Probably not but it depends on what u want to go to court for.
We had spoken for a while with a romantic tone, and she out of the blue sent me a picture last night of her in a baggy top with a bit of her chest showing. I'm really scared
answered on Mar 30, 2018
No.
WARNING: I am not your lawyer and providing you with the generic information, definition, clarification or explanation you seek about a legal matter on this anonymous forum does not make me your lawyer. By answering your question I am only trying to provide you with general... View More
answered on Mar 30, 2018
Yes, they can. You cannot leave home without parental permission until you are 18.
If that person was put on probation without that happening how valid is the probation violation, if charged with one under that senario? Am I wrong for believing that you have to be arrested and charged with a crime to be placed on probation?
answered on Mar 29, 2018
You have to have been charged or plead to be on probation. If not, someone had your record confused with someone else.
answered on Mar 28, 2018
Parents have legal responsibility for their children and can set rules for their children under the age of 18. Parents can determine if a child can use a car, a cell phone, etc. Once a person reaches age 18, then the person can make their own decisions.
Falsifications of which I have proof in the form of shot records in school documentation did I can use. Georgia juvenile case
answered on Mar 28, 2018
If you were served you need to contact an attorney about filing an answer. You don't disprove something just by saying it is false. This is what hearings are for.
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