The 20-year-old could be charged with a crime like Sexual Performance of a Child until the younger one turns 18 years old. Whether or not local law enforcement is likely to actually stoop that low is a question that can only be answered by someone in your community.

In the context of criminal law, the 60-year-old is the one who should be most concerned about potential liability in this situation.

Short answer: yes. If you committed an offense, a birthday does not change the ability of the State to file criminal charges.

Yes, "they can do that". Turning 18 does not mean you are not subject to court orders. I suggest you speak with an attorney. Good luck.

I would suggest to join military service or get married. But in Texas, you need to file a suit to emancipate yourself to be an adult.

This is very serious and you need to contact a local attorney immediately. However, this is not likely a civil matter. If the authorities get a hold of the video there are a number of crimes that can be charged. If the video portrays any genitalia the video is child pornography. Any adult who... View More

In Texas you are emancipated at 18. Your parents can no longer force you to stay such that a judge or the police would require compliance with your parents decisions, but they can cancel your health and/or dental insurance, not advise you on life in general. Perhaps you should go looking for an... View More

You should speak with a Texas attorney to learn exactly what would happen. But you wait three weeks for a response. Until a Texas attorney could meaningfully advise you of exactly what would happen and exactly what charges could possibly result, keep in mind that as a general matter, it could be... View More

aking in a runaway child without permission from the child’s parent or legal guarding is known as “harboring a runaway” and it’s illegal. Under Texas Penal Code 25.06, a person commits an offense if he knowingly harbors, or hides, a child and he is criminally negligent about whether the... View More

Yes, deferred probation is available for a juvenile, on a first degree felony. The body of your question, however, raises many more issues, and no one in this forum can adequately comment on the facts or status of a particular case. Talk with your lawyer. Good luck.

For the purposes of adult criminal law, introducing the recordings will require a witness who is acquainted with the voice of the speakers and can identify them. The witness should be able to establish who made the recording, how it was made, that it is a fair and accurate representation of what... View More

You can either hire an attorney to represent your son, or you can wait for the Court to appoint an attorney to represent him. Please understand, however, that unless you were present at the incident, the police version of the story and what your son is telling you may be different. Good luck.

I am not sure of your exact question, or the situation you describe. Sit down with a local attorney. Good luck.

If you commit crimes then yes your parents can report your criminal acts to the officials. However, just arguing is not going to be enough to send you to a juvenile facility. Try and calmly communicate with your parents how you are feeling without escalating the situation. Consider writing to them... View More

If anyone were to face criminal charges (or contempt) in this situation it would most likely be your mom. If you come back to the States before your 18th birthday any adult you stay with could be charged with Harboring a Runaway Child.

Probably not since he is not 18. Once he turns 18 the parents will have no say so at that point. Good luck.

Consent is a defense to assault. Mutual Combat is an agreed fight, like a boxing match. Using force in self-defense does not transform an unlawful use of force into "mutual combat."

You can report a crime to the police, but they will decide whether or not to bring charges. It... View More

Who would "they" be when you state: "they said i have to go to court". Have your parents talk with "them"; calling an attorney would help. Good luck.

No - it's called statutory rape because one is a minor.

The question of who did what is an issue of fact, and issues of fact are what jury trials are for. Your teen will need an attorney. Start calling around. Good luck.