It is actually legal to restrict access to juvenile court to non-parties. These hearings are not public and fall into an exception to the general rule.

Yes. But certain statements might not be admissible in court if charges are filed.

So long as they aren't having intercourse I don't see what the issue would be.

It depends on what history he has, how he is doing in school, does he have mental health issues, etc. If this is a first incident, DCS will probably work with you and his father to see if any services can help.

Talk to an attorney about representation in this matter.

Is there a question there? It sounds like your son really needs a lawyer. If he can't afford one, he should ask for one to be appointed for him.

If you are on probation, probably. It is a very common condition of probation. Otherwise, they would need a warrant or consent.

They can hold them in juvenile detention, but not jail. They can hold them until the charges are resolved, but most likely will return them to DCS prior to that happening.

It isn't really up to your parents whether or not this guy gets charged. 17 is the age of consent in Texas, and you two are too far apart in ages for any reliance on Texas' version of "Romeo and Juliet." Your baby's father could be facing statutory rape and other criminal charges.

Consult with a local defense attorney. 17 year olds are adults in the eyes of the Texas criminal justice system and he could easily be facing jail time for yanking a girl's hair if the county/district attorney decides to pick up the case.

I recommend that you attempt to have this question removed from this public website because it is potentially incriminating and has enough details to uniquely identify your son. Law Enforcement investigators have access to these pages just like everyone else.

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He may be expelled or suspended from school, and could face a criminal complaint for assault. Try to deal with this reasonably with the school. If anyone starts talking about involving the police, end the conversation and get an attorney.

If exigent or particular circumstances make it necessary to enter your home on an emergency basis, such as to prevent harm to a child or stop a crime from being committed, then the answer is yes.

Usually the person that enters a home is a representative from the Department of... View More

Situations with chidren are complicated. Make an appt. to see a lawyer.

If a fist fight is reported to police, the most common charges are "Assault Causing Bodily Injury" or "Disorderly Conduct - Fighting." The most serious fights are often charged as "Aggravated Assault / Deadly Weapon" or "Aggravated Assault / Serious Bodily... View More

Sounds like an assault was committed, and any charges arising from such an act by a 12 year old would be filed in the Juvenile Court. If charges were filed, you and the child will be given notice to appear in court. Detention is possible, so you should probably sit down with a local attorney... View More

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answered on Feb 20, 2018

Yes and it is likely. The Juvenile Court holds a Transfer Hearing and then sends the Case to the Circuit Criminal Court. Possibly the Juvenile Court might want to retain jurisdiction. Hire a competent attorney immediately.

it looks like you need to promptly be seen by your pediatrician and/or psychiatrist concerning the medications not bringing you relief and the absence of medication is apparently worsening how you are feeling. Your failure to attend school on time is an indice of neglect which needs to be addressed... View More

You don't. If your rights have been terminated they cannot be reinstated.

The owner. The bank doesn't care about who wrecked the car. The owner may want to sue the parents of the child who wrecked it for negligence, but be careful throwing stones in glass houses. The owner, whose child allegedly stole the car, may have some liability as well.