answered on Sep 21, 2018
There aren't any forms for that procedure, so you would need to consult with a lawyer to get that done. Also you have to have the consent of both parents.
She is 17 and 9 months engaged and finished school had full custody of her child and she wants to leave her home in Virginia and come live with us in N.C. she is already here and she just doesn't want to go back. Can anyone legally make her go back?
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answered on Jun 28, 2018
Having a child doesn't make you an adult - she is a child until she is 18. So whoever has custody of her can likely much make her go back for the next 3 months or so. You should be more concerned about not who can make her go back but who can have you charge with crimes for your involvement.
My boyfriend who is going to be 17 soon (I'm 20) is looking into getting emancipated (lives in north carolina, im in ohio). I have a car, getting a apartment soon with 2 other people, we all have stable jobs, and his father highly likely will support the decision (his mother might oppose). The... View More 
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answered on May 11, 2018
Of course his mother will likely oppose - any sane person would. Most 16 year old boys can't tie their own shoes or keep their pants pulled up - let alone provide for themselves. Emancipation is difficult because the child will have to convince a Judge that he is able to take care of himself... View More
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.
decided not valid threat after interviewing all parties, however our kid sees a therapist regularly for anxiety issues and this is greatly affecting him in both social and academic ways along with flare ups of anxiety over the threat (whether it was real or not, just because kid said he's... View More
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answered on Mar 22, 2018
From your description - I'd say its already resolved. If you are considering suing or think expulsion is appropriate - odds are you aren't really trying to resolve things peaceably. These days law enforcement and school administrators take these kinds of things likely too seriously so... View More
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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
At home is rough for me because I am constantly doing everything myself. I go to school and am working on finding a job currently and I just need to get out of this house, I also already have a place to go afterwards and plan on graduating.
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answered on Jan 21, 2018
To be emancipated you have to be able to prove to a Judge's satisfaction that you possess the maturity and ability to care for and financially provide for yourself. That is a virtually impossible standard for a lot of 25 years olds these days, let alone a 17 year old. Your best bet may be to... View More
I am 17 yrs old and she is 16 yrs old. I got her pregnant and she is afraid to tell her legal guardian because of her previous abusive history she has done to my girlfriend. She has a place to go if she runaways but she doesn't want to go back to that abusive "home." Also, the... View More
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answered on Jan 19, 2018
She can't legally run away but there are things she can do. If she is being abused she can pick up a phone and call DSS or law enforcement.
My mom said that she won't allow me to see my boyfriend. And I'm specting on April. She sign that she will be responsible for the payments on the hospital. But now she is saying that she won't pay anything. She have me lock down in my house. She don't allow me to go anywhere but... View More
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answered on Jan 13, 2018
Yes, she can. She likely should have put you on lock down before you got pregnant. But she doesn't get the best of both world's. If she's going to now try and treat you like the child you are - she has to pay for it. Children don't pay for rent and food or hospital bills.... View More
It seems like a contradiction..they can run away at 17 but I'm liable still?
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answered on Jan 13, 2018
Protect yourself? You should be more concerned about protecting your 17 year old. 17 years olds are not magically allowed to run away unless you are the one foolishly allowing it (in which case - you ought to be liable). They are not allowed to run away until 18 and at that point you are not... View More
She was caught merchandise returned undamaged and noone contacted us. We werent made aware until legal letters came stating we were being held civilly liable for her actions. If I wasnt aware and she wasnt with us and we didnt even get a call about it how are we responsible? She asked if they were... View More
answered on Jan 4, 2018
1) In NC, 17 year olds accused of crimes are currently still charged and treated as adults, so there is no requirement for anyone to contact you if your 17 year old daughter is charged with a crime. This does not fall into Juvenile Law, as in NC, your daughter for the purposes of criminal law, is... View More
I have custody his father has every other weekend visitation. My child left with his father and now he refuses to bring him back. I know where my son is but he is not in his fathers care and I have been told if I go to the house where he is I will be arrested for trespassing. Since his father took... View More
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answered on Dec 20, 2017
Are you kidding me? Go to local law enforcement with proof you have custody and have them escort you to go get you child. Now! Like right now - as soon as you are done reading this
but leave them a note explaining to them the reason why im leaving and if i plan to return
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answered on Dec 19, 2017
A note - that's cute. I especially like the 'if I plan to return' part - as if you have some sort of say in the matter, You likely won't go to jail but you can be forced to go back home where you belong. You are a child. Respect your parents, do what you are told and don't give them a hard time.
My friend is 18 years old and lives in the state of North Carolina. He is currently a senior in high school. His parents are potentially going to kick him out. I understand that once an individual turns 18 they are a legal adult, but can his parents legally kick him out before he graduates?... View More
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answered on Dec 4, 2017
At 18 there is no 'technically' about it - he's a legal adult, not a minor and being adopted is irrelevant. If the person is 18, the parents can tell him to leave whether he is still in school or not. They should not use self help (force to physically throw the 18 year old out).... View More
I have custody of him and his father does not work or have a stable residence can I make my 16 year old come home?
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answered on Nov 30, 2017
Of course you can. Depending on your physical ability, you may need help if it comes down to forcing him to comply but you definitely have the authority to make him do pretty much anything you want until he turns 18.
When I was 16 I got into a lot of trouble. The court system waited until I was an adult to fully convict me of a misdemeanor marijuana possession (1/2 > 1 & 1/2 oz) and now it's causing damage to my adult life. Is there any way to put these charges onto my juvenile record so that they... View More
answered on Nov 22, 2017
There is no other way in NC to remove charges from your criminal record other than expungement. $4000 is a lot for an expungement of this type. I would keep calling around for quotes.
We live in the state of North Carolina can I buy law force her to come back home. She told me after the age of 16 the police will not go get her and bring her back home.
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answered on Nov 17, 2017
Until she turns 18 - yes, you can force her to return home.
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answered on Nov 5, 2017
It's more along the lines of, it's not illegal.
answered on Sep 16, 2017
It's hard to give an answer based on your question. While contracts made with a minor are generally valid (although the minor can often void them unless ratifying them after turning 18), the contract would need to be made with your consent. If you are implying that your parents are planning... View More
The bar he was involved in head on collision and was arrested for DWI I'm curious can any charges be made against the bar since his friend let him in. His friend is an employee of the establishment so he is their responsibility
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answered on Aug 6, 2017
Others injured or killed have the best claims. Your son willingly participated.
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