It is legal for a 16 year old to date a 17 year old if the relationship is completely platonic.

In my opinion you would be violating state and federal laws prohibiting felons from possessing any type of firearm even if you are only in...

My ex husbands parental rights have been terminated, how does this affect my child support order?

The child support is still in full force and effect unless or until modified by the family court. His rights have been terminated. His duties have...

I would like to get emancipated. Due to Certain Circumstances

There is no such thing as a petition for emancipation in New York. If you move out now, your mother could attempt to pursue a Person in Need of...

Im 17 years old and my girlfriend is 14.

You stopped being a juvenile when you turned 16 years old. So, if you have sex you will not have to wait until you are 18 to be eligible to go to...

Trying to stop father's visits due to non stop violations

You would need to ask your question of a lawyer who practices in New Jersey rather than New York. But, did you ever get CPS involved in New York by...

Yes. A CPS caseworker is required to interview a child who is the subject of an investigation outside the presence of their parents. This is...

I have a small one bedroom apartment. I have two young kids. Can my ex get full custody because of my living situation?

Your living situation is only one of many factors the court may consider in deciding what is in the children's' best interest.

Bread winner father of 4 yr old seeks divorce from care-giver mother. What strategies can I pursue to become primary custodian?

I would start by not posting to the world that you wish to seek primary physical custody to avoid paying child support.

Is a non custodial parent suppose to report any drastic income change to the courts?

He does not have to notify the court that he changed jobs. He should have notified the child support collection unit if it is collecting the...