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1 Answer | Asked in Domestic Violence and Juvenile Law for California on
Q: What kind of legal action can I take after a 17 year minor beat and assaulted me? The Minor happens to be my S/O sister.

I am 24 year's old and live in California. Last night my S/O 17 year old sister was verbally threatening me, and shortly after that she physically threatening me and beat me knowing that I wasn't able to defend myself. Law enforcement was called, and I made a report but they did not take... View More

Dale S. Gribow
Dale S. Gribow
answered on Feb 12, 2018

i would first follow up with the cops to push an arrest and filing.

anyone can sue anyone else for anything at anytime. The issue is proving and collecting.

you could go into small claims court and sue for up to $10k without a lawyer.

otherwise a lawyer will bill you hourly...
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1 Answer | Asked in Juvenile Law, Family Law, Child Custody and Internet Law for Ohio on
Q: How can Ohio 17yr old juvenile get emancipated or married without parents consent

She wants to know how she can get emancipated or can she get married without a parents consent being only 17 yrs old? She stays with my 19 yr old son all day AMD goes home just at night and parents are ok with it but will not let her move in with us. They keep making her life hell just cuz they can... View More

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Feb 12, 2018

Ohio does not permit it. They are her parents, and they make the decisions if CPS won't get involved. See this link for more information:

https://www.ohiobar.org/forpublic/resources/lawyoucanuse/pages/lawyoucanuse-255.aspx

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody and Juvenile Law for Mississippi on
Q: What do I have to do to get the money to pay for a car using the money I can’t get till I’m 21

The money from my mom when she died my grandad is over the money but no one wants to help me get a car but I can take care of a car I just need one

Arthur Calderon
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answered on Feb 11, 2018

Likely, a guardianship over the monies was established some time back, and the guardian will need to petition the court for funds to purchase your car.

1 Answer | Asked in Juvenile Law for Missouri on
Q: How long can my child be held in juvenile without being charged for a crime

My child's mother turned him trying to deflect attention from her daughter who got in trouble at school for touching a boy's private area. She claimed that my son touched her over a year ago but he has been living with me for almost 2 years now the courts will not release him to my... View More

Lydia Seifner
Lydia Seifner
answered on Feb 11, 2018

The detention facility can hold a juvenile for 24 hours without a court order. With a court order, they can hold the juvenile until they are 21 or they become in compliance with the order. It sounds as though their are conditions already attached to his release, so I assume a court order is in... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Juvenile Law for California on
Q: If CP's has taken away rights from him how can I file to GI e him back rights

We had a cps case where my sons father lost all rights how can I get him to ha e them back

Anthony Regner
Anthony Regner
answered on Feb 9, 2018

He can file a Request for Order (FL-300) in the court showing a change in circumstances and requesting a modification of custody.

1 Answer | Asked in Federal Crimes and Juvenile Law for Tennessee on
Q: If you’re charged with drug possession schedule 6 and drug paraphernalia as a minor, what can you accpect to face?

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Marjorie A Bristol
Marjorie A Bristol
answered on Feb 8, 2018

That depends on what your previous record is like, how you are doing in school, what your home life is like, etc. You should have an attorney represent you. If you can't afford one, ask for one to be appointed for you.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Family Law and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: 16 yr old stepson keeps getting more and more aggressive with his mom. I held him down and he started punching me.

He is getting out of hand. Skipping school , coming home at whatever time he chooses and kicking down my bedroom door. What rights do I have as a step dad that's been here 5 years and his mom needs help. Any suggestions? Please help before things get worse.

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Feb 8, 2018

You might have to call the police, and he might have to spend some time in juvenile detention. No easy answer. What about his father? Is he involved? Talk to a school counselor for some suggestions. Best wishes.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: My Step daughter has made up rape allegations against my son and came back and said she lied. How do we get her help

CSB wont help and father who is my husband has full custody. She did this before and needs residential treatment

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
answered on Feb 8, 2018

You need to take her to a psychiatrist not a lawyer.

1 Answer | Asked in Child Support and Juvenile Law for New Jersey on
Q: 18 yr old child dropped out high school and works full time can I emancipate? not attending school at all in NJ

Should I try to emanipate the child is not in school and works full time wont be 19 until 2019 can I get this emancipated and be over with it or will I still have to pay child support even through the child isnt in school and works full time she dropped out of school in 2016

Elena K. Weitz
Elena K. Weitz
answered on Feb 8, 2018

You do not need to wait until the child is 19. There are many factors the court will consider when emancipating a child, including whether the child is pursuing an education and their ability to be self-supportive. I would need more details from you than are here. You should consult with an... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Juvenile Law for Tennessee on
Q: Hey in Tennessee can they give you fake juvenile citation in middle school?
Marjorie A Bristol
Marjorie A Bristol
answered on Feb 7, 2018

Who is "they"? If you received a citation from anyone that directs you to contact the court or show up for court, then you need to pay attention to that.

1 Answer | Asked in Juvenile Law for Tennessee on
Q: Hey I just wanted to know can a juvenile citation blow over?
Marjorie A Bristol
Marjorie A Bristol
answered on Feb 7, 2018

It depends on what the citation is for, what the history of the juvenile is, etc. The best chance of it "blowing over" is to hire an attorney to represent the youth.

1 Answer | Asked in Juvenile Law for Tennessee on
Q: I have an 11 year old daughter that is an extreme bully. Can I have an officer come out and put unruly charges on her?
Marjorie A Bristol
Marjorie A Bristol
answered on Feb 7, 2018

You can file your own unruly petition at juvenile court. Officers are often reluctant to get involved. If you do, however, you should know what you are getting yourself into. The juvenile court and DCS will be sticking their nose way into your life. They may also be able to help your child get... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Education Law, Juvenile Law and Criminal Law for North Carolina on
Q: What is a 9 yr old child's right when they are grabbed by a teacher in Greensboro NC
Amanda Bowden Johnson
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answered on Feb 7, 2018

Depends what you mean by 'grabbed'. If you mean grabbed in its normal definition, then a teacher would normally and very rightfully do that usually due to one of two things 1) because the child is misbehaving and / or 2) to prevent the child from getting hurt. In either of those cases... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Juvenile Law for Georgia on
Q: I'm moving to GA from VA w my mom. I have her blessing to be emancipated so I can start doing what I love; what do I do?

I want to know if it will be forbidden for my mom to help me if things get rough, I want to know if I have to stay in the same state I get emancipated in, I want to know what I have to prove in order to be allowed to, and I would really like to know all the qualifications Georgia, Florida, and... View More

P. Justin Thrailkill
P. Justin Thrailkill
answered on Feb 6, 2018

You need TO FILE IN VA and talk to an attorney there about it. You can't file in GA until you have lived here for at least 6 months.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Juvenile Law for Illinois on
Q: I will be turning 17 next month. Is possible for me to be emancipated and move out without my parents consent.

My parents are currently keeping me home to home school me and are forcing me to go to a college I don't want to go to. (Both of which I obviously dont like or want)

I will have a well paying stable job working at hospital, and I currently have an apartment picked out. I will also... View More

James G. Ahlberg
James G. Ahlberg
answered on Feb 6, 2018

No. The relevant language from the Emancipation of Minors Act appears in section 2: "No order of complete or partial emancipation may be entered under this Act if there is any objection by the minor, his parents or guardian."

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Juvenile Law for Georgia on
Q: How do you request another form to fill out to send back for a review hearing regarding the child abuse registry?
P. Justin Thrailkill
P. Justin Thrailkill
answered on Feb 6, 2018

Talk to a local attorney. Attorney's are not familiar with forms because we draft our own pleadings. Talk to someone about representing you in an appeal, as this is a serious matter and can have far reaching consequences if you are placed on the registry.

1 Answer | Asked in Probate and Juvenile Law for Tennessee on
Q: I have a 17 year old that failed a drug test and ran from probation. They r trying to push State custody how can I help

How can I keep her from going into state custody. Do I have a rehab setup prior to going to court? What do I do?

Marjorie A Bristol
Marjorie A Bristol
answered on Feb 5, 2018

You should get your child an attorney. The attorney will maximize the chances that your child will not go into custody.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Civil Rights, Juvenile Law and Landlord - Tenant for Florida on
Q: I stay with parents in 55 over community in tampa fla i am to move in one week community sent letter saying had to be

Gone in 4 days can they just write a letter and ask me to move on such short notice i only need 5 days to move im from out of state with a child i want to go just need a lil time

Andy Wayne Williamson
Andy Wayne Williamson
answered on Feb 5, 2018

It totally depends upon the governing documents of the community, so there is no way to say for sure. You might try to communicate with them to see if they can give you a few days extension.

Good luck and hope this helps.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: Why isn’t emancipation no longer recognized in Ohio? Even if the parent agrees to it.

I am 16, I have a Job, my mother is deceased, my father is incarcerated. I do not live with my legal guardian. My guardian agreed to let me get Emancipated. I have the money to petition and file for it.

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Feb 5, 2018

That's the law. Ask you local state representative or state senator.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Juvenile Law for Alaska on
Q: I wish to move away from home w/o parental permission, will i be able to do so without being brought home?

I am 17, employed, and going to school. My friends mother agreed to take me in, she is also employed with three children and plenty of room. What qualifications would the authorities need in order for me to live away from home? I am not emancipated or living away from home at the current moment nor... View More

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answered on Feb 4, 2018

Generally, emancipation is the legal path that gives you the ability to do what you intend. It does require parental consent with some exceptions. There are a few alternatives, such as specific emancipation and guardianship. Alaska Youth Advocates has a handbook that goes through all the... View More

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