After completing pti do the charges dismiss or do you have to expunge them?

I agree with all of the prior answers. While I suggest contacting an attorney to assist you with an expungement, you can obtain the forms to...

Can a foster parent hit a child?

It is my understanding that foster parents are not permitted to use corporal punishment. You can make the case worker aware of this and the matter...

Based on the information you supplied, the answer in New Jersey is NO. “The law does not prohibit the use of corporal punishment. The statute...

I'm a senior in high school and recently got a deffered disposition for harassment. The term is one year probation.

I agree with Mr. Cheser. I would also note that on most applications, the question is "Have you ever been convicted of a crime?" Juveniles are...

Can a juvenile adjudication (deferred adjudication) used to enhance a adult misdemeanor sentence?

A deferred disposition pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2A:4A-43b(1) is actually not a juvenile adjudication. I doubt that it can be used to enhance a...

If dyfs all ready did there fact finding hearing n have nothing on the parents why are they doing this

While you indicate that the Court did not make a find of abuse and neglect, it appears that the Court did find the need for Division involvement to...

How can I expedite the closure of an unfounded DYFS case? Report was made in a county were i dont live while visiting?

While the Division may have determined the allegations of abuse/neglect are unfounded, it does not necessarily mean they do not have concerns for...

I have discovered that my sister has signed estate checks with my name (as executor). Should I file criminal charges?

Based upon the information supplied, she could be charged with uttering a forged instrument. But whether you "should" file criminal charges is a...

If you question is whether it is illegal to "discipline" your child with a belt, the short answer is "it depends." While there have been answers...

The Division can request you sign a Safety Protection Plan, which is an agreement between you, the father and the Division wherein you would...