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Her parents want to press charges
answered on Jan 23, 2017
That depends on what "hanging out" means. If you're worried about whether you committed a sex crime, you should communicate privately with an attorney. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors,... View More 
answered on Jan 20, 2017
The type of crime is the relevant factor, as is the child's age. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me on my law practice website. This answer does not constitute legal advice; make any predictions, guarantees, or warranties; or create any... View More
Phone co. claims that the FCC requires that those whose cellphones be geotracked be notified of it. This defeats the purpose of parents who want to track their runaway children. Can the parents prevail in claiming that the notifications must go to them (the parents) only?
answered on Jan 19, 2017
Generally, if you own the phone, you can track it and receive notifications relating to your phone, even if you've allowed your minor child to use it. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me on my law practice website. This answer does not... View More
Parents are obliged to protect their children. If a child has a record of running away to engage in reckless and dangerous behavior, may the parents affix to him an ankle bracelet geotracker? If not, what is the legal basis for the proscription; and, if there be one, how are parents expected to... View More
answered on Jan 19, 2017
I've never heard of this option. It sounds severe, and it *might* qualify as child abuse. Also there is no way of ensuring that the child will not remove the tracker anyway. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me on my law practice website.... View More
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answered on Jan 11, 2017
It is really your choice, and it depends on the severity of the charges and the potential punishment; if there is police involvement than I would say definitely yes. Furthermore, although you should be allowed to bring an attorney, some schools (generally private) do not allow students to do so.... View More
answered on Jan 9, 2017
Yes, especially if the proceedings are criminal. You didn't say who accused him of the cyber bullying. If it was the state, and this is a criminal case, you should get a lawyer immediately. Here is a link to a website that provides an overview of cyberbullying in New York (note, it goes to... View More
answered on Nov 29, 2016
The cost of a lawyer depends on what you need him to do. All lawyers tend to charge different amounts for the same thing. Sometimes things are billed hourly other times there is a flat fee. What is it that you need done?
Sometimes the kid lies, so I want to make sure she's honest of what she said and what the teacher really do after my daughter told her that she's being bullied by her classmates.
answered on Aug 16, 2016
Why not talk to an education law project in new york--they've probably been down that road. Involving the kid in this may give rise to other issues. On the general problem a great organization is www.fellowshipfarm.org
What can happen to the 16 yr old.
answered on Aug 15, 2016
Same answer as before. They could add a count for destruction of property. 20 year old shold contact the crime victims fund to see about replacement of glasses if his health insurance won't cover. https://ovs.ny.gov/
answered on May 5, 2016
It's most likely not illegal. However, the school might be open to liability depending on the facts of the case.
The charge is petty larceny. I don't have any knowledge of the other minors charges or records. She lives with her mother and we have a very good relationship. I am married with children and my wife and I have serious health issues and my troubled daughters mother would be hard pressed... View More
answered on Oct 26, 2015
Yes, the child needs a lawyer. Perhaps there is a diversion program in your jurisdiction for shoplifting offenses.
answered on Oct 4, 2015
http://www.lawny.org/index.php/family-self-help-140/other-family-law-self-help-75/142-emancipation
Our personal way of life ,religious beliefs and the way we raise our children is being targeted and scrutinized by cps and a private citizen .We feel like we are under attack and that we have no way to protect ourselves or our children
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answered on Oct 3, 2015
No. We in this nation have taken a stand against domestic violence such that we have to watch our every step to avoid being falsely accused and arrested/prosecuted. We cannot beat our kids or else we lose them. The only way to harass and annoy someone in American today is to use the legal system... View More
If a minor's family was ruled unfit to care for them and that minor had to be placed in a foster home in a temporary or permanent manner, how much would the child be involved in the process of choosing a foster family and evaluating potential candidates? Is it dependent on the age of the... View More
answered on Sep 6, 2015
I suppose that the best person to answer this would be the court itself or the case worker.
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