No, because she is at 17 "legal" for sex although still a minor for other purposes, and delinquency means conduct that would be illegal if...

My husband is verbally and mentally abusing me and we are fighting constantly I want a separation and he will not leave the home

Agreed. Seek and retain a divorce attorney ASAP. If you are at poverty level you may qualify for a legal aid agency to represent you for free. ...

Could a civil action against me affect my DUI probation?

Generally I agree that the prosecution isn't going to concern itself with trying to violate you for a civil action. However, I would carefully...

Can the procecuting attorney damand a jury trial?

In a criminal case, whether to have a trial by jury or a trial by a judge are rights that belong exclusively to the defendant. It seems as though...

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Can the principal accompanied by a police officer interogate my 13 year old daughter witout my knowledge or consent?

The police can question a minor without a parent present or even having asked the parent for permission before speaking to the child. However, the...

During a backyard basketball game with friends, my boyfriend punched someone and now the kid may press charges after a few days.

The kid is free to make a police report and it's up to them to decide if it should be referred for prosecution. Based upon the earlier statement...

A 17year old was caught shoplifting 5 months before 18th birthday. How do we assure that the charges are made at juvenile level?

Venue is based on when the offense occurred, regardless of when charges are brought or when sentencing occurs*. Rest easy. If he's going to court...

Temporary Order of Protection against a person on the lease.....

Ask the local police for an escort.

Police questioning a minor

The child's statements are admissible, regardless of there being no adult or child protection agent. Where there may still be an issue is whether...

My 18 year old daughter got arrested for shoplifting some makeup what should we do to help her?

If your daughter lives with you, then punish her. If the case winds up in court, which it doesn't seem like it will, but if it does the judge will...