How does a parent protect themselves from a violent, mentally unstable teenager in the home?

This is more of a social services problem than a legal issue. Keep calling the police. If things continue to be out of control the teenager can be...

Will my petty theft charge show up on my background check for employment ?

Because this happened when you were a juvenile, the record should have been sealed. To be sure, you can contact your local LiveScan establishment...

Is it illegal for the district attorneys office ( prosecuting DA) to give the details of a case to someone over the phone?

Was it public information? What were the details? If it is general information about the case, it is probably available on the court's website, and...

Is a step-son within the "bloodline" in Texas?

I am not licensed to practice law in Texas, but can give you general advice. First, you need to speak with an attorney licensed to practice in...

Can a mother take a child out of state without the father's permission?

Yes, without a court order preventing the mother from taking the child out of state, she Is not limited. If the father wants to prevent the move,...

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Booking info/pictures after dismissal

Have you had the arrest sealed, (not an easy thing to do)? If so, were you granted a motion for factual innocence? Currently some law...

Their is a car event in Reno NV called Hot August Nights it's be going on for 20 plus years. I have a event at the same time in

This is not a criminal defense question, your issue deals with intellectual property. I will change the practice area for you. My opinion, (not...

The pronouncement of judgment is suspended and the defendant is granted probation. This has been partially addressed before

If you violate probation the judge can sentence you to the maximum sentence of your conviction. That is not to say that a judge would, but the...

Does evading in California carry a prison sentence or is in county level?

It depends on the circumstances. If there were injuries the stakes will be elevated. Firearms involved in the underlying crime? Your question...

Where can I find someone to discern whether my kids are exhibiting signs of Parental Alienation Syndrome?

Ask the court for a 730 independent evaluation. As Mr. Brownlee pointed out, the objective evaluator may report things to the court that are not in...