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Sexual Harassment Questions & Answers
Q: My boyfriend has been asked to talk a lie detector test due to our daughter making up a story about him touching her
William Head's answer
This man should hire an attorney. A criminal defendant cannot use a polygraph (lie detector) to help get OUT of trouble, since the Georgia Legislature changed this important law over three decades ago. So, why would ANYONE trust a lie detector, to exonerate them?
I top criminal defense lawyer can guide the boyfriend to a PRIVATE polygraph operator, for taking a private polygraph. If he passes that, then MAYBE, so long as the private polygrapher gets to oversee the GBI or other...
This man should hire an attorney. A criminal defendant cannot use a polygraph (lie detector) to help get OUT of trouble, since the Georgia Legislature changed this important law over three decades ago. So, why would ANYONE trust a lie detector, to exonerate them?
I top criminal defense lawyer can guide the boyfriend to a PRIVATE polygraph operator, for taking a private polygraph. If he passes that, then MAYBE, so long as the private polygrapher gets to oversee the GBI or other...
Q: If my child was investigated as a victim of a child abuse case in school, should the school relay specifics to parents?
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Maryland
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Answered on May 26, 2017
Answered on May 26, 2017
Thomas Joseph Maronick Jr's answer
They are supposed to contact the parents of the alleged abused individual. Parents are to be notified depending on what kind of school and what level of school this was.
They are supposed to contact the parents of the alleged abused individual. Parents are to be notified depending on what kind of school and what level of school this was.
Q: If you are 13 and rape someone that is 13 also can you be charged?
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Virginia
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Answered on May 24, 2017
Answered on May 24, 2017
Q: If you knew a 17 year old was being molested or sexually harassed could you get charged for not saying anything?
Louis George Fazzi's answer
The answer to this question depends upon whether or not you are a mandatory reporter. If you are a teacher, psychologist, counselor or other person in a position of authority who is required to report when a minor is being sexually assaulted or harassed then it is a violation of law to fail to report. If you are none of these, but know it is happening, you should report it to someone who is in one of those positions.
The answer to this question depends upon whether or not you are a mandatory reporter. If you are a teacher, psychologist, counselor or other person in a position of authority who is required to report when a minor is being sexually assaulted or harassed then it is a violation of law to fail to report. If you are none of these, but know it is happening, you should report it to someone who is in one of those positions.
Q: If a 17 year old is being molested in her home and her mom doesn't do anything about it can the 17 year old move out?
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California
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Answered on May 22, 2017
Answered on May 22, 2017
William John Light's answer
She should call the police and CPS to report these crimes. She will be placed in a foster home during the investigation and criminal prosecution, if any. Running away also stops the molestation, but it does nothing to bring a child molester to justice. Running away also raises the possibility that the police will be looking for you and that you will stop going to school, be declared truant, and not graduate. Better to discuss with a school counselor or a rape crisis center for your options.
She should call the police and CPS to report these crimes. She will be placed in a foster home during the investigation and criminal prosecution, if any. Running away also stops the molestation, but it does nothing to bring a child molester to justice. Running away also raises the possibility that the police will be looking for you and that you will stop going to school, be declared truant, and not graduate. Better to discuss with a school counselor or a rape crisis center for your options.
Q: Will future employers be able to find out if you sue your current employer for sexual harassment?
V. Jonas Urba's answer
Retain legal counsel.
We do not sue anyone right off the bat.
We will draft a confidential fact and case specific demand letter first. Try to settle.
We will then help you file a Form 5 charging document to file with government agency. Unless the government decides to sue that is also confidential. We will again try to settle possibly through mediation.
Only if the above don't succeed do we file a lawsuit. A lawsuit is public and Google has been known to pick up...
Retain legal counsel.
We do not sue anyone right off the bat.
We will draft a confidential fact and case specific demand letter first. Try to settle.
We will then help you file a Form 5 charging document to file with government agency. Unless the government decides to sue that is also confidential. We will again try to settle possibly through mediation.
Only if the above don't succeed do we file a lawsuit. A lawsuit is public and Google has been known to pick up...
Q: If you file a complaint for sexual harassment can you keep your job while the investigation is pending?
Kirk Angel's answer
Yes, if your employer has at least 15 employees. If you report unlawful sexual harassment, the report is a protected activity. It is unlawful to subject a person who has engaged in a protected activity to retaliation. The employee who has reported the sexual harassment should be maintained in his or her current job unless the employee wants to be moved or held out of work.
Yes, if your employer has at least 15 employees. If you report unlawful sexual harassment, the report is a protected activity. It is unlawful to subject a person who has engaged in a protected activity to retaliation. The employee who has reported the sexual harassment should be maintained in his or her current job unless the employee wants to be moved or held out of work.
Q: What will happen when a minor is charged with four felony charges?
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Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and Sexual Harassment
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New York
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Answered on May 12, 2017
Answered on May 12, 2017
Ali Ebrahimzadeh, Esq.'s answer
If convicted, his sentence depends on his prior history of convictions. He needs a great lawyer.
See: http://www.aeesq.com/criminal-defense-lawyer/sex-crimes/
More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website, www.AEesq.com. I practice law in CA, NY, MA,...
If convicted, his sentence depends on his prior history of convictions. He needs a great lawyer.
See: http://www.aeesq.com/criminal-defense-lawyer/sex-crimes/
More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website, www.AEesq.com. I practice law in CA, NY, MA,...
Q: A friend of mine was recently sexually assaulted. Does he have enough evidence?
Tristan Kenyon Schultz's answer
Only the police and DA can make a determination to proceed with charges/investigate or not. There is not enough information to make a determination. Even if there was enough information, a private attorney cannot force a prosecution/investigation.
Only the police and DA can make a determination to proceed with charges/investigate or not. There is not enough information to make a determination. Even if there was enough information, a private attorney cannot force a prosecution/investigation.
Q: My son is having sex with a teacher who works at his school but this teacher isn't one of his teachers. Is this illegal?
Kiele Linroth Pace's answer
You may be interested in reading Texas Penal Code 21.12 - IMPROPER RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN EDUCATOR AND STUDENT. Here is a link: http://www.statutes.legis.state.tx.us/docs/pe/htm/pe.21.htm#21.12
You may be interested in reading Texas Penal Code 21.12 - IMPROPER RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN EDUCATOR AND STUDENT. Here is a link: http://www.statutes.legis.state.tx.us/docs/pe/htm/pe.21.htm#21.12
Q: If I feel my daughter has been sexually harassed at work and she is 19, can I file a lawsuit if I have text messages etc
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Employment Law and Sexual Harassment
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North Carolina
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Answered on May 7, 2017
Answered on May 7, 2017
Kirk Angel's answer
No, you cannot as she is an adult. She would be the only one who could pursue this.
No, you cannot as she is an adult. She would be the only one who could pursue this.
Q: What will happen if an 18 year old made out with a 15 year old?
Paul Stanko's answer
"Making out" is not a form of intercourse or deviant conduct. It may be a form of sexual battery, depending on what you mean by "making out". The 18 year old should consult an attorney if he or she is concerned about specific conduct.
"Making out" is not a form of intercourse or deviant conduct. It may be a form of sexual battery, depending on what you mean by "making out". The 18 year old should consult an attorney if he or she is concerned about specific conduct.
Q: What happens if you try to sue in court before going to the EEOC for sexual harassment?
William John Light's answer
Filing a complaint with the EEOC or DFEH is a prerequisite to suing in court.
Filing a complaint with the EEOC or DFEH is a prerequisite to suing in court.
Q: My friend told me she got raped by a 15 year old boy can be go to jail for rape?
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Criminal Law, Juvenile Law and Sexual Harassment
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California
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Answered on Apr 26, 2017
Answered on Apr 26, 2017
Ali Ebrahimzadeh, Esq.'s answer
Rape should be immediately reported to the police. You can also sue in court for civil damages for rape. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website, www.AEesq.com. I practice law in CA, NY, MA, and DC in the following areas of law: Business & Contracts, Criminal...
Rape should be immediately reported to the police. You can also sue in court for civil damages for rape. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website, www.AEesq.com. I practice law in CA, NY, MA, and DC in the following areas of law: Business & Contracts, Criminal...
Q: I went out one time with a guy. he said I said please but I don't remember. I blacked out! Is this considered rape.
Ali Ebrahimzadeh, Esq.'s answer
Sex with a person who is unconscious or drunk is considered rape: no consent is possible. You should report this to the police. You can also sue for civil damages. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website, www.AEesq.com. I practice law in CA, NY, MA, and DC in...
Sex with a person who is unconscious or drunk is considered rape: no consent is possible. You should report this to the police. You can also sue for civil damages. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website, www.AEesq.com. I practice law in CA, NY, MA, and DC in...
Q: Can a employer ask for a employee applicant to be women with large breasts and large behinds? Is this illegal under EEOC
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Employment Discrimination, Employment Law and Sexual Harassment
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Arizona
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Answered on Apr 25, 2017
Answered on Apr 25, 2017
Charles Joseph Stiegler's answer
Yes, this is illegal if the company employs 15 or more workers. Small companies, with less than 15 employees, are not subject to federal employment laws.
Yes, this is illegal if the company employs 15 or more workers. Small companies, with less than 15 employees, are not subject to federal employment laws.
Q: Let's say I was sexual abused as a child but the person who abused me was also a child but older than me.
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Criminal Law, Civil Rights, Juvenile Law and Sexual Harassment
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New York
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Answered on Apr 23, 2017
Answered on Apr 23, 2017
V. Jonas Urba's answer
I don't know what a long time ago means? Why not go to a police station near where the incident happened and ask a detective who works on cold cases? If the crime is still able to be prosecuted they will jump on it. They may even refer you to the attorney general if other persons were harmed. You may be able to help other victims even if your case is too cold.
As far as civil lawsuits if the sexual harassment had been at a workplace you would have up to 3 years to sue in a state trial...
I don't know what a long time ago means? Why not go to a police station near where the incident happened and ask a detective who works on cold cases? If the crime is still able to be prosecuted they will jump on it. They may even refer you to the attorney general if other persons were harmed. You may be able to help other victims even if your case is too cold.
As far as civil lawsuits if the sexual harassment had been at a workplace you would have up to 3 years to sue in a state trial...
Q: How long do you think my boyfriend would be looking at it he's being charged with statutory sexual assault?
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Criminal Law, Juvenile Law and Sexual Harassment
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Pennsylvania
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Answered on Apr 20, 2017
Answered on Apr 20, 2017
Mark McCulloch's answer
This is a serious offense. Because I don't know all the details, it is very hard to say but based on the two pieces of information you have listed, a prior sex charge and being on probation, you would be wise to immediately find a qualified criminal defense attorney. There is no easy answer to the "how long" question because there are many factors that are considered. Best advice: get your boyfriend a good lawyer.
This is a serious offense. Because I don't know all the details, it is very hard to say but based on the two pieces of information you have listed, a prior sex charge and being on probation, you would be wise to immediately find a qualified criminal defense attorney. There is no easy answer to the "how long" question because there are many factors that are considered. Best advice: get your boyfriend a good lawyer.
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