What are my rights as a teacher if my 7th grade student(s) stole my wallet from my classroom? Can I press charges?

As the victim of a theft, you may report the crime to the police agency having jurisdiction at the location of the offense. Some school districts...

Should i file for divorce first rathe than husband bankruptcy on business

Child Support and Spousal Support are not dischargable in a bankruptcy. For the rest of your strategy questions, speak to both an experienced...

If You Got Rapoed, What Are the Consequenses for the person that raped you ?

If a victim reports a rape, the police officers will take her report. Usually, the officers will arrange for a medical examination by a trained...

My boyfriend is not a registered sex offender. but has a criminal offense and no association w minors.

Although your question does not explain this, I assume this is your boyfriend's probation order. If so, he should speak to his lawyer from that...

Virginia's emancipation law is located in Virginia Code Sec 16.1-331 and subsequent sections. Only an emancipated minor can establish her own...

Given the maturity of a kindergarten class, teachers and principals have wide latitude to determine which child is responsible and what...

Do juveniles be treated differently?

Juvenile court is different from adult court. Punishments are more focused on rehabilitation, and probation often involves lengthier and more...

If the suspect is underage of 18 can he/she get a lawyer?

Any person of any age who is a suspect in a criminal case should speak to an experienced criminal defense lawyer, and should never answer police...

Are adults allowed to be tried as juvenile?

The answer will depend on a number of factors. In what State did the crime allegedly occur? Each State has its own juvenile code. This code will...

Today I was caught shoplifting $120 worth. When I go to court what should I plead? Will they send me to jail?

If you have been charged with a crime, you need advice from an experienced local criminal defense lawyer. Only an experienced lawyer can analyze...