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.
It depends if the 17 year old is emancipated and living on their own. They have proven themselves to be an adult and responsible for their own actions. If he is still at home with his parents you should take it to court.
If you're referring to the defendant - a juvenile wouldn't be appearing in 'adult' court anyway. That's why they have a juvenile justice system.
The court can not order a paternity test after the child turns 18. The child is considered an adult at 18 years old.
Yes, a juvenile can be tried as an adult in federal court under certain circumstances. This typically occurs when the offense is particularly serious, such as violent crimes or certain drug offenses, and if the juvenile is considered to be mature enough to understand the consequences of their actions. The decision is often influenced by factors like the age of the juvenile, the nature of the crime, and prior criminal history. Ultimately, it's up to the court to determine whether to waive juvenile jurisdiction.
In the state of Ohio an 18-year-old is considered an adult and may live wherever he or she chooses. The exception would be if there is a court order in affect that stipulates otherwise.
South Carolina Supreme Court was created in 1841.
There is no need to go to court. You are considered an adult when you reach age 18 in North Carolina.
The ability to have a child has no bearing on whether you are an adult. You must be 18 or have been legally emancipated by a court order or marriage.
you are considered an adult at the age of !8 and older
It was not a district court. It was the 6th Circuit Court in South Carolina, in Chester County. The South Carolina Supreme Court affirmed the lower court's decision.
The supreme court is the highest court
United States District Court for the District of South Carolina was created on 1965-10-07.
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.
Anyone who is under the age of 18 who leaves home without parental consent or permission from the court.
In North Carolina, a juvenile is generally considered an adult at the age of 18. However, certain serious offenses can lead to a juvenile as young as 16 being transferred to adult court. The juvenile justice system operates under different guidelines, but once individuals reach 18, they are fully subject to adult laws and penalties.
No, its a different state, governed by different laws.
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