Yes. That is child abuse.

Yes but you might have to wait awhile before you get them back. As long as

they are evidence they will be held by the prosecuting authority. Find out

who the lead officer is on the case and respectfully ask him to keep you advised

of the progress on the case and remind him... View More

No, you cannot move out without parental consent until you are 18.

There may be actions you can take to get children properly placed, but it appears you need an experienced attorney at this point. "Suing" the state should not be at the top of your list. It is difficult for everyone when the state finds it necessary to remove children from their parents.... View More

There are a number of statutory considerations for minor settlements. One issue is whether the amount is greater than 10,000.

http://butlervinesbabblaw.com/blog/how-to-deal-with-minor-settlements/

Something, whether a trust, or other fiduciary protection is needed for amounts over... View More

Look at TCA 40-35-111. TCA 55-8-136 states a violation is a class C misdeamenor.

Up to a 50 dollar fine and/or 30 days. Not likely going to get any days- A fine generally. If the person goes to court and is found guilty court costs will be added. You will need to check with the clerk... View More

Yes, they can. You cannot leave home without parental permission until you are 18.

DCS may remove you from your mom if they find out. Your mother letting you live with your boyfriend is not appropriate supervision, especially if your boyfriend is over 18.

Yes, generally placing a juvenile on the sex offenders registry is incident-specific

What is the offense? What is your question?

I have never seen an FSW require that a youth get a GED prior to release, but I have seen the court require it. If you are concerned, talk to the FSW's supervisor or better, hire an attorney to ask for your nephew's release.

If there is less than 4 years between your ages (sounds like it from the facts here), then you cannot be prosecuted for statutory rape. However, you may have other risk of liability for dating a minor if his parents are opposed or if you engage in other behavior like drinking or taking drugs... View More

Yes, they can. If the minor is a dependent/neglected child or if the child commits a delinquent act, then DCS can be involved.

You shouldn't tell the judge anything. You should have an attorney do the talking. You need to hire an attorney as soon as possible or ask that one be appointed to represent you.

She would first need to file for emancipation. If she is fully supporting herself and has a place to live, the court might grant emancipation. If not, she is legally required to obey her parents until she is 18.

It doesn't ever happen. Parents fake drug screens regularly in DCS cases. It will not help their case in juvenile court, but I have never seen them be charged with a crime.

It depends on what history he has, how he is doing in school, does he have mental health issues, etc. If this is a first incident, DCS will probably work with you and his father to see if any services can help.

Is there a question there? It sounds like your son really needs a lawyer. If he can't afford one, he should ask for one to be appointed for him.

If you are on probation, probably. It is a very common condition of probation. Otherwise, they would need a warrant or consent.

They can hold them in juvenile detention, but not jail. They can hold them until the charges are resolved, but most likely will return them to DCS prior to that happening.