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Children and the Law
The law has a special place for children and minors. This topic covers the laws designed to protect children from abuse.
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Father does not see his child on visitstion weekends?
Father doesn't have to see his children, unless the mother really wants to. The mother, however, could go to court and file for a new child support based on the fact that the father is not spending any time with his kids, and then the child support ammount will be raised.
Don't both parents have an obligation to financially support their child?
this answer is based on the income of both parties. with joint custody, generally neither party pays support, but supports the child 100% when in their care. However, if one parent makes 21K a year and the other parent makes 100K a year, the parent making considerably more should contribute to the other party making the child's home and needs equally comfortable.
In new york state what is the legal age a child can babysit?
Please see the following link: http://www.ocfs.state.ny.us/main/prevention/faqs.asp#supervision See question: 'At what age is it okay to leave my children home alone?' It is not illegal but the state of New York asks you to take into consideraion the independence, maturity, and responsibility of the child babysitting.
How do you solve juvenile delinquency?
by raising your kids right. try to keep them away from the harmful things like drugs and alcohol.
Does a man have any right to ask for a paternity test if he's not on the child's birth certificate?
I would say yes. I don't think you even need to ask permission, just take a swab of the child's mouth and of yours is all it takes now days.
Unless otherwise agreed in writing or expressly provided in the decree, provisions for the support of a child shall be terminated by emancipation of the child unless the child is a high school student when he reaches the age of eighteen (18). In cases where the child becomes emancipated because of age, but not due to marriage, while still a high school student, the court-ordered support shall continue while the child is a high school student, but not beyond completion of the school year during which the child reaches the age of nineteen (19) years. Provisions for the support of the child shall not be terminated by the death of a parent obligated to support the child. If a parent obligated to pay support dies, the amount of support may be modified, revoked, or commuted to a lump-sum payment, to the extent just and appropriate in the circumstances. Emancipation of the child shall not terminate the obligation of child support arrearages that accrued while the child was an unemancipated minor.
Section 403.213 of the Kentucky Statutes
Do courts find parents in contempt of court for non-payment of child support?
you go to ur lawyer and they will give you paper work to fill out and when you fill that out you will have a day to show up in court
I suggest that you contact your State's child support agency. When you get an interview with them, bring all the papers relating to your child support: birth certificates, acknowledgments of paternity, court orders, payment records, etc. Be polite but persistent. Good luck!
When the obligor parent is a minor and cannot pay. This is the case with a 12 year old Ohio boy who got a 19 year old pregnant. While she served time in jail, he or his parents must pay $50 a month in child support to the maternal grandparents who are caring for the child.
What age for teenage to quit school in Maine?
My son is 16 i have not let him quit school,he has miss alot of school and says hes not going back! What can happen now i've tried everything to keep him in school, but his dad say let him quit, i don't know what to do he hates school, could i get in trouble?
How old does a child have to be before they can decide not to see a parent?
This is an issue that's frequently brought up, along with the right to choose what parent they wish to live with.
This issue particularly arises as children enter their teen years. They don't want to be required to spend time with a parent, either parent. They think of themselves as almost adults, and thus can make their own decisions.
Let me start with the view on one teen on Joint Physical Custody.
Equal Time - A Teen's Views On Joint Custody
How I divide my life between my divorced parents' homes.
By Charlotte Juerge - Newsweek - Dec 15, 2008
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"My parents divorced when I was 2 years old. Because I was so young, I cannot remember anything of how the divorce actually felt at the time. But 12 years later, I am quite content with my life and my parents. Unlike many divorced couples with children, neither parent has primary custody of me, but rather, I switch between my parents' houses every other day, spending roughly equal time with my mother and my father. "
For younger children, the argument can be postulated that Parental Alienation may be involved. This is a controversial issue with arguments presented on both sides, but cases involving child abductions where the abductor simply wanted a child, has shown how easy it is to alienate a child, from both parents. But, even teens can be alienated from a parent, or both parents.
Mom Loses Custody For Alienating Dad
Ruling a 'wake-up call' for parents who use kids to punish ex-partners
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Parental Alienation Syndrome - The Gregory Mantell Show
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A Child's Choice: What Is The Right Age For A Child To Choose Which Parent To Live With? See link below
The main issue here is not their right in choosing to spend time with the other parent, but their right to ignore and dishonor the authority of the family court. One has to wonder how many males that ignore child support orders were raised to believe it okay to ignore any family court orders, which includes the visitation orders?
If a child, whether by choice or through the influence of a primary parent, doesn't wish to spend time with the other parent, this issue has to be first brought before the court for consideration. The child can explain to the judge, outside the presence of either parent, why they feel it's in their own best interest as to why they no longer have a need for the parental influence of the separated parent?
There are reasons for the need of two parents, but if the child(ren) are getting tired of switching homes, perhaps it's time for the parent to be doing the switching.
This is what I suggest to the kids faced with choosing which parent to live with.
As an alternative, why not ask for Joint Physical Custody Of Your Parents?
Tell them that you want to remain in a home, and each of them there for three weeks, than switch. Once night a week, the parent not in residence takes you out to dinner or some other activity. While in the home, the resident parent does not date, or have overnight guests, other than relatives.
On the off weeks, the parent rents a room, stays with relatives, their friends, or they can split the cost of a two bedroom apartment, with each having their own bedroom.
The priority here is you not having your life disrupted by their choice not to be together. Their lives are equally disrupted and they split the cost of your home.
The support amounts each parent are obligated to provide for your care can go into a TRUST FUND. From the trust fund, expenses for the home and your standard expenses, are paid.
All this follows in accordance with federal laws dating back 100 years as regards Trust Funds that have been established for guardians to draw from when parents have been killed in an accident. Also in cases involving child stars (The Coogan Act-1939) where the law is designed to prevent their parents from spending the money for their own uses.
Any money left in the account would collect interest and be available for emergencies, or special expenses, such as part of the cost of a car, or a college education.
This is called Bird Nest Custody. YOU STAY IN THE NEST WHILE THE BIRDS TAKE TURNS BEING THERE.
* A Child's Choice In Custody * Bird Nest Custody * Equal Time - A Teen's Views On Joint Custody * Mom Loses Custody For Alienating Dad * Parental Alienation Syndrome - The Gregory Mantell Show
What age can a child stop attending school?
This varies widely depending upon what country and what culture you are asking about. In the United States most individuals remain in school until graduation at age 17 or more commonly 18; similar numbers hold across most developed countries. In developing countries the underserved populations (typically poor, rural, minority, culturally disadvantaged populations) may not send female children to school at all and males may drop out at ages 8 to 12.
How can you avoid the risks of binge drinking?
The risks of binge drinking can easily be avoided by simply not binge drinking.
Technically, at least in IN, a parent can sign an agreement stating that they terminate their parental rights and that child support is also terminated. However, they can always petition the Court to reinstate their rights and/or the other party can always request child support - even if there was a signed agreement. The only way that parental rights can totally be given up is if a parent signs over their rights so a step-parent or other family member can adopt the child. The parent must agree to this, or is not required to agree if the child is 18 and wants to be adopted by their step-parent. see related link
How does one deal with an abandoned child?
Call the police so the authorities can take appropriate action.
Call the police so the authorities can take appropriate action.
Call the police so the authorities can take appropriate action.
Call the police so the authorities can take appropriate action.
No man may seduce and corrupt an unmarried girl, or else he risks five years in prison. A woman isn't allowed to cut her own hair without her husband's permission. Any person over the age of 12 may have a license for a handgun as long as he/she has not been convicted of a felony.
What rights does a parent have over an 18-year old child living at home in new york?
yes because that person is not under- age anymore.
It depends on what state you are in. The state determines how child support is calculated. Now, if you each have 50% residential time with the child, then no support may be due, however, if the child lives primarily with one parent, then the parent that the child is not living with is required to pay child support. The child support amount is usually based on your combined income and is then calculated at a percentage of the total income, for example: If you make $1,000 per month, and the other parent makes $2,000 per month, then you would be responsible for 33% of the child support obligation and the other parent would be responsible for 67% of the child support obligation. If the child support obligation was $200/mo., then you would be responsible for $66/mo., and the other parent $144/mo., therefore, if the child lived primarily with you, the other parent would have to pay you $144/mo. Hope that makes sense for you. Check out your state laws on child support, you can usually find them on the web. Take care.
Can the police help with a 16 yr old runaway in New Mexico?
The act of running away in NM is not illegal but if you're a runaway and are found by the police then you can be brought back home.
edit: but the authorities cannot tell you that you cannot just up and leave again.
Court order DNA testing if father is on birth certificate for children?
Yes, all fathers need to do it with the high rates of paternity fraud. see links
No. Unless the 18 year old is a part owner in the home, he does not have the right to invite additional tenants.
Additionally, the 17 year old would likely be considered a runaway if her parents do not give her permission to move out. Therefore, you and your son could find yourselves in criminal trouble for harboring her.
How old does a child have to be to stay home by their self?
Well honestly, i think its the age about 18+
How long can a 12 year old stay home by himself?
Well, I THINK I understand what you mean. But your question wasn't exactly typed clearly. I would say that it just depends on the environment the 12 year-old lived in. If he/she was one of those kids who likes to have their parents around all of the time, then I would say about 1 hour. If the child was a child who particularly doesn't like to have their parents/guardians home, then I would say that they wouldn't be affected by staying home for any amount of time.
How do you change your baby's last name?
File a petition for name change in the circuit court in the county of jurisdiction. The court must find the name change proper and not detrimental to the interest of the minor or others. (RsMo: Chapter 527, Sect: 527.270 thru 527.290)
If you simply take the child, you'll likely be charged with kidnapping. Your best bet would probably be to take her to court for custody on the grounds that she is an unfit mother. The wisest course would be to seek the advice of a qualified attorney.
