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No. Private individuals do not file or "press" criminal charges. Only the state can do that, via the prosecuting attorney. If you feel that criminal behavior has occurred, you should report it to the police for charging considerations.
Talking to a 14 year old is probably not a criminal act, but it could be, depending on the circumstances.
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If the conversation involves inappropriate or illegal behavior, such as soliciting explicit images or meeting for illicit purposes, then it may be possible to press charges. It is important to report such incidents to the authorities to ensure the safety of the minor involved.
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Can the parents of the 18 year old girl press charges against her for dating a 15 year old?
In most places, parents cannot press charges for their child dating someone younger. However, depending on the age of consent laws in their state or country, the 15-year-old's parents could potentially press charges for statutory rape. It's important for all parties involved to be aware of and follow the laws in their jurisdiction.
Can you press charges if a 21 year old guy hits a 15 year old girl?
Yes, assault laws apply regardless of age. If a 21-year-old hits a 15-year-old, the incident should be reported to the authorities who can investigate and determine the appropriate charges based on the circumstances.
Can 18 year old press charges against father beating her?
Yes, an 18-year-old can press charges against her father if he is physically abusing her. She can report the abuse to the police and seek legal protection through a restraining order or other legal means. It's important to reach out to authorities and seek support from trusted individuals to ensure her safety.
Can parents of a 14 year old press charges if they snuck out and you drove them around?
Yes, parents can press charges if their 14-year-old child sneaks out and you aid in their actions by driving them around. The child's actions could be considered a violation of rules or curfew, and your involvement could be seen as facilitating their behavior. It's important to communicate with the child's parents and take responsibility for your actions.
If a 14 year old girl gets pregnant by a 17 year old boy can he go to jail if parents don't press charges?
In many jurisdictions, a 17-year-old boy could potentially face charges for statutory rape or other related offenses, regardless of whether the parents press charges. The laws regarding underage sexual activity differ by region, so it's important to consult with a legal expert for specific advice.
What would happen if a 20 year old harasses a 17 year old and the 17 year old wants to press charges for threats etc?
then the 17 year old needs to press charges so the 20 year old will get charged and stop
What can you legally do to a 33 year old man that beats your 19 year old daughter And what if she doesn't want to press charges?
There is nothing you can do. If she is not willing to press charges, the law can't really prosecute.
Can parent of a fifteen year old boy press charges against an eighteen year old girlfriend if dating?
maybe but it ndepends on the charges and the item achieved by the 18 year old
If you are 14 and live in the state of New Mexico and a 17 year old gets you pregnant can the state press charges?
Your parent can press charges against him
Can a 17 year old boy get in trouble with the law for getting a 15 year old girl pregnant?
If her parents press charges then yes, and if she presses charges then yes.
Can a sixteen year old mother press charges on a 25 year old father if he got the 16 year old pregnant?
Yes, there is a high possibility a 16 year old mother could press charges against a 25 year old father as far as demanding child support and also in most States he has had a sexual relationship with a minor.
Can the non-custodial parent of a pregnant 15 year old press charges in wyoming on the 17 year old boy?
Yes
If a woman is 23 and gets pregnant by a 17 year old is that legal?
Depends on the parents of the 17 year old. If they press charges or not.
Can the parents of a 17 year old press charges on their child's 23 year old spouse for sexual consent?
It depends where they live.
Can parents press charges on a 19 year old for seeing a 16 year old in South Carolina?
No, because the legal age of consent for sex is 16. If a 15 year old, for example, was having sex with a 19 year old, then you could press charges. If the 16 year old wants no contact with the 19 year old yet that older person refuses, then you can look into a restraining order.
Can a guy press charges on an 18 year old if he does not have custody of his 17 year old daughter?
If you mean regarding statutory rape, anyone can report you for that. It's the state that press charges. If she is 17 however it might not be statutory rape. depends on what state you are in.
Can you press charges on a 21yrold sleeping with your 16 yrold?
No. You can report it and request prosecution, but you cannot press charges. You can also seek a restraining order against the 21 year old.
