When your parents were given custody, did the judge retain juvenile court jurisdiction or transfer it to family court? You might have to look at...

This happens occasionally, where DSS will dismiss allegations of abuse but keep the neglect and dependency allegations. All of these terms are...

I'm changing the practice area to immigration to answer your specific questions. However, if your charges were dismissed, then you are eligible for...

You are a minor until you are 18, which means your parents decide where you live. You can file a petition for emancipation, but those aren't...

The right to parent your own children is a constitutional right. If you file a petition in juvenile court to terminate the rights of any parent,...

I'm sorry, but I'm not sure what you are asking. What does "signing rights over" have to do with purging an arrest? Were you arrested for criminal...

Generally, if you've been failing drug tests and DSS has questions as to whether your child is safe, then the social worker might feel removal is...

Are you in DSS custody and placed with your grandmother as a result? In North Carolina, you are still a minor and can't leave without your guardian...

It sounds as if your case is still active; if that is true, you need to consult with your attorney as soon as possible. It definitely sounds as if...

There's really not much information to go on. Do you mean you are following the safety plan or the family services agreement? Is your child...