Do i have rights as an Aunt?

No. Sorry. Make-up with your sister. Family is the first considered for placement when DCS is involved.

I live in Tn and just read that Bill 3520 passed and goes to Gov. Bill Haslam to be signed. When will this go into effect

The bill states it will take effect July 1, 2012. According to the Tennessee Constitution, the Governor may sign, veto, or allow a bill to become...

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Is a child really able to be charged with aggravated sexual assault when other party lied about age

Yes, it is a not a requirement of that particular statute that the defendant have knowledge of the true age of the victim or have the intent to...

What are the chances of having my girlfriend move out of state if she has 50/50 custody of her daughter?

A proper evaluation cannot be done on a site like this, speak with a competent domestic relations/custody attorney in your area. Assuming...

Can I Sue My Mother For Emotional Abuse And Harassment?

Parents have no special protection from suit or criminal sanctions. You do not state any facts on which to make a determination. If you want to...

Do i have rights to my neice as her aunt?

Nope, especially not in TN against the mother. Maybe if there is a dependent neglect petition or some allegation that the child is not well taken...

Can charges against me hinder my daughter from getting conservatoryship

Maybe, if challenged and it is claimed/proven she had knowledge of the alleged activity. It would be a very fact specific analysis. Talk with your...

Is any of this legal?

Sounds like it is. TN/FED min wage is 7.25 (tipped employees can be paid 2.15). No contract. What is there to do? Quit? Work somewhere else that...

Can a petition be pulled or changed once filed?

You should talk with your attorney. Yes it can be changed (ex. filing an amended petition).

Sexual fondling

Get an competent criminal defense attorney in the area, discuss the situation with him/her. Do not post any statements that may be incriminating on...