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I am 17 years old and live in New York State. I was arrested for criminal trespass and conspiracy, and I have not been to court yet for this matter. A police officer has told me to go to probation. Should I comply with this order, even though I haven't received any court instructions yet?
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answered on Mar 12, 2025
I understand that this situation must be stressful, and it’s important to approach it carefully, especially since you are under 18 and facing criminal charges. In New York, there are specific procedures and rights for individuals, especially minors, who are involved in criminal matters, and... View More 
They stole evidence from me and informed about a situation that was untrue, while laughing at serious issues pertaining to my son. This was all under recording. He lied to the courts to try and save himself after his numerous calls to me after screaming at me trying to “rectify” the situation.... View More
answered on Jun 30, 2024
I'm sorry for your ordeal. This might be something that a family law attorney should advise on, but you await a response for a week. Since you describe a setting involving custody, "Family Law" could be a more relevant category than "Medical Malpractice," the category you... View More
I am a 14-year-old looking to become legally emancipated due to a toxic household environment involving neglect and abuse. My parents are unable to provide what I need, and their lack of cooperation makes it difficult to pursue emancipation. While I'm seeking a job and looking to gain... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
In New York, emancipation allows minors to live independently from their parents under certain circumstances, but it’s not easy to achieve. To pursue emancipation, you would need to file a petition in Family Court, where you must prove that you are capable of supporting yourself financially,... View More
If I were to get married at 17 in New York State without parental consent, would I be considered legally emancipated from my parents? I currently live with my mother, who is not supportive of the marriage, and I want to become independent. I also have a stay-away order against my father. What legal... View More
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answered on Mar 3, 2025
We cannot provide particularized legal advice as to what legal steps the asker can or cannot take. We can educate to an extent. We will assume the asker is female.
The concept of emancipation involves an economic switch from drawing support from one man to drawing support from another man.... View More
My cousin went to an ultra religious jewish sleep away camp. one of the rules is that phones aren't allowed. We knew about this rule before hand but what we didn't know was that in the agreement its said tgat if they find a phone, they're allowed to break it.
While they were... View More
I’m moving to Florida with my husband and kids from NY. My 17 year old sister wants to move wit us. My mom agreed but I’m not sure what I would have to do in order to take her. I’m not sure if i need to get court papers since she will be 18 in a year. She’s home schooled.
answered on Jun 19, 2024
If she needs to register for school before 18, you need to be her legal guardian.
answered on Sep 3, 2023
Where did this happen? Contact an experienced criminal defense attorney for a consultation and proper representation.
He was on house arrest for other charges and was told he was going to get fingerprints and be released to me.i was on the phone when they told him this so I agreed but then they kept him and charged him for something else but he wasn't aware or read any rights.he also has a mental disability.i... View More
answered on Sep 2, 2023
In NY, the police need not administer Miranda rights until he is actually arrested. Often, they will delay a formal arrest of a target in order to interview him, raising the potential suppression hearing issue that the defendant was in actual custody, not just being interviewed. Consult a... View More
My daughter’s grandmother filed for custody and was granted temporary relief many of reasons given in petition were false. The judge who signed the Show For Cause granting the temporary reliefs, including custody of my daughter, was previously my attorney as a district attorney who represented me... View More
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answered on Nov 5, 2022
There are many convoluted questions here on Justia that give answering attorneys pause, and this is certainly one of them. The call of the question is whether the judge's order is ineffective given the facts of the question. Let's unpack the facts.
The asker's mother lied on... View More
And can she get in trouble that she knew this and did not recuse herself ?
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answered on Nov 17, 2021
The question certainly may present a conflict if that prior case involved family law in a family court. If that was the case, then the conflict is that the attorney can use information gained from the father and use it either for or against the father. However, if the case was something else in a... View More
Hes psychotic extremely bad,has madexthreats to kill my grandaughter an baby.she continues to stay in that environment.been working with cps whom is of little help what can be done
answered on Sep 15, 2021
Unfortunately, as a grandparent there isn't much that can be done if CPS doesn't feel that court intervention is necessary.
answered on Jul 27, 2021
You need to call the CPS hotline in Albany and make a report of a teen with no parents and no support. They have to send someone out within 48 hours to check on the situation and make a determination.
To give context, my family is moving out to another state in a few weeks, except for my older brother. He is of age to be able to be my guardian since I am still a minor however my mother is forcing me to move out when i can stay here. It’s been a tough year and moving to a one family house... View More
answered on Jan 4, 2021
You say your brother can be your guardian but you haven't said if he wants to. It would be hard for your mother to force you to move at 17. You should know that at 18 the courts won't get involved.
My 10 year old son waa riding his bike on the sidewalk and accidentally bumped into a woman. The woman fell and scraped her elbow. My son got scared and left his bike and ran home. A few minutes later, I arrived at the scene and the woman's husband immediately began threatening to sue me. The... View More
answered on Jul 13, 2020
In theory you can be sued. Anyone can sue anyone. If you are, send it to your insurance company. If you have no insurance, you will likely not be sued.
One of my children supposedly tested positive for methamphetamine but I was never charged or convicted for child abuse and neglect because it couldn't be proved that it was me the reason she tested positive but my kids are still in foster care. how is that. Things just don't make sense or... View More
answered on Jun 16, 2020
If you live in Tennessee you should post this in that state.
With a crime.
answered on Jan 15, 2020
If there was an injury to the other child, even a small one, the answer is yes he can.
I'm from Serbia. I'm 15 year old boy from Serbia and I have been asked to send nudes to a 13 year old girl posing as a 15 year old, I have sent her nudes and she sent some back I still have them as evidence. I was called from social work to talk I am really scared. She was my girlfriend... View More
answered on Dec 16, 2019
You need to see a lawyer immediately, do NOT answer any questions without speaking to and having a lawyer with you. If you or your parents/custodian cannot afford a lawyer have one assigned to you before you answer any questions or say anything.
answered on Oct 13, 2019
The answer is no it is not okay. If this continues, you can go to the Department of Social Services and file for PINS Diversion.
I was 16 when we started dating and he was 15.
answered on Feb 20, 2019
The age of consent in New York is 17 - this means that if you are currently 17 years old and dating a 16 year old, you can potentially be charged with a sex offense if it is a sexual relationship.
answered on Jan 22, 2019
The 15 year old child (or the parents thereof) can report the matter to the police as assault (i.e., threat of battery), and the parents can file a complaint against the school. The parents of the 17 year old might also be sued for civil assault for the torts of their minor child. More details are... View More
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