A minor charged with this offense, has all the rights of an adult. But they have no "special" rights. If he can present testimony to counter the charge, he may do so.
Added: In Georgia, 17 year olds are considered adults when charged criminally. A 17 y/o will appear in adult court to face the charges, and must act as an adult, meaning he/she cannot rely on parents to assist.
A 17 year-old may be charged as an adult in felony cases in most states, yes.
what are 17 years old rights? I need to know, because I am not living with my grandmother! I just need to know about my rights.
Yes, they can be charged with assault. They may even be charged as an adult.
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really matters which state. and rights as to what.
No, not at 17. 17 year ols actually have a lot of rights, but they do vary from state to state. But, in most states 17 is considered of legal age for many things. You should talk to social services in any case.
Depends on which State you are in. In most States, but not all, you could, indeed, be charged.
Get a lawyer.
no, as of last year the drinking age was upped from 16 to 17
You can, BUT they either have to be wards of the state or their parents/legal gaurdians sign over parental rights to you. If not, you could be charged with kidnapping or harboring a runaway. If the parents don't care the child is missing, they will most likely sign away their rights.
Yes, they can certainly be charged. Battery is a crime and they could be charged and convicted.
If a individual is 17 or older they have their rights to their own independence.