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At what age are you considered an adult in a court of law in South Carolina?
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∙ 15y ago
actually it depends on the crime most cases you are tried as an adult at the age of 16. Usually drug related crimes are tried at 16 but there have been cases where people under 16 were tried as adults usually multiple homisides.
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In the state of South Carolina can a 17 year old pay child support?
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How do you identify youth in an adult court?
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There is no need to go to court. You are considered an adult when you reach age 18 in North Carolina.
When was South Carolina Supreme Court created?
South Carolina Supreme Court was created in 1841.
If you have a kid are you considered an adult in the state of North Carolina?
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At what age are you considered an adult in a court of law?
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What courts have the judicial power in South Carolina?
The supreme court is the highest court
When was United States District Court for the District of South Carolina created?
United States District Court for the District of South Carolina was created on 1965-10-07.
At what age is a minor considered a runaway in South Carolina?
Anyone who is under the age of 18 who leaves home without parental consent or permission from the court.
Can you legally move out in South Carolina if your parents want to send you away to school but you have a stable adult you could live with?
Not if you are under the age of 18 and do not have parental consent or a court order giving the named adult legal guardianship.
At what age are you considered an adult in a court of law in the US?
18
Does a trial court in south Carolina have to follow any ruling made by the supreme court of north Carolina?
No, its a different state, governed by different laws.
Where is the Federal District Court located in South Carolina?
There are numerous United States District Court locations in South Carolina. These locations include Aiken, Anderson, Beaufort, Charleston, Columbia, Florence, Greenville, and Spartanburg.
