Courts in TN will only allow a child to be adopted when one parent is retaining parental rights in a step parent situation. There may be other...

I am changing the category to immigration so that someone who practices in that area can answer.

Is the school system allowed to deny my brother the right to an education ?

You should definitely contact an attorney to look into the facts and see what can be done. They can look at all of the facts and advice your...

How long will my brother be in jail?

He should have an attorney representing him to see if he can get him released. Otherwise, he will likely be in jail until his charges are heard

What happens if you have to move on juvenile county probation?

I am changing the category to juvenile. If you change county's, then the terms of your probation will state the same. You will have a different...

Do I need to be emancipated the day I turn 18?

No, you don't need to be emancipated when you turn 18. At that point, you are free to go where you want. You are also free to not attend school,...

Can you have living arrangements with someone to be emancipated?

That depends on what those living arrangements were. In deciding whether to allow her to emancipate, the court will look at whether or not she can...

When I turn 18 do I have to become emancipated ?

No, when you are 18, you are free to go where you want. Your parents, however, are also free to not pay for your food, clothes, or shelter. Best...

How do I petition the court?

What type of ex parte order? Child custody? You should really consult an attorney to help you.

You can try contacting the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development to see if they can help. If not, you should contact an...