If the 16 year old has a place to live after they move out & have reasons for not wanting to go home that is NOT physical abuse?

I'm sorry you are having such a tough time. If you believe you are abused and/or neglected you should contact Child Protective Services or the...

Unsupervised probation for DV?

We are always told by DDAs and the Court that it has to be supervised because of the classes. If the terms and conditions are classes alone there...

MMy neighbor continually puts dog droppings on my walk? Is this illegal?

It seems like something that law enforcement would hesitate to get involved in. As frustrating as this is, it is hard to think it will be seen as...

Which is the best way to search for a criminal lawyer?

One way is to use the Find a lawyer link and talk to some attorneys. Of course, you can use AVVO to read up a bit on ones you like. Find one you...

Can I leave my parents home at the age of 16 or 17 without their consent?

Sorry you are going through such a tough time. You should try and work things out with your parents if at all possible. An attorney may be able to...

Whats going to happen to me or my license after a 2nd Speeding ticket?

It depends on a lot of factors including your prior criminal/traffic history. This is a criminal offence because of being more than 20 MPH over the...

Transferring probation vs doing probation remotely?

You will almost certainly need to Courtesy Transfer your probation to the county in which you are moving. It is often done, but it often takes time...

Probation can require alcohol restrictions and/or UAs, although that is less likely with alcohol is not involved. Your lawyer should be able to...

Deferred sentence judgements on background checks for nm ?

Contact a NM attorney about what shows up on a background check and sealing these records. In many states, if you haven't sealed the records they...

What is going to happen? Cops kicked in my door and said we were arguing when the video I have shows that is not the case.

A good defense attorney would try and develop defenses with all you mention here. That said, law enforcement and your neighbors likely have a...