Children and the Law

Please include your location when asking legal questions, as laws vary by state/country. Generally, she will be required to seek and obtain the father's permission for the name change, or provide a very compelling reason why she shouldn't need it. Not having a legally named father for the child will complicate this process.

Yes! 16 is the legal age. No. The age of majority in Nebraska is 19. If you leave home at 17 without parental consent or being emancipated in some manner (court decree/marriage/joining the military) then you can be picked up by the authorities and returned home.

Theoretically yes, due to the fact that the legal age of majority for the state is 18 and the age for compulsory education is 16. It would however not be a prudent choice, as the court could order the parents to pay the "adult student's" expenses until he or she graduated from high school.

yes If the 15-year old is generally reliable and well-behaved, it should be safe to leave him/her at home alone for a few hours. Some reasonable rules should be established, such as no visitors, no prolonged telephone calls, no leaving the home except in case of fire or other emergency requiring evacuation, no behavior or activities that would not be permitted if a parent were at home. In addition, information should be given to the child, in writing, including the parents' location, a telephone number where the parents' can be reached, who may be called if the parents cannot be reached (e.g., a relative, neighbor or close friend of the family) what time the parents expect to come home, and any activities or chores the child is expected to do. The parents should call home, by telephone land line, at least once while away to be sure the child is at home and that everything is alright. A minor should not be left at home alone overnight.

SECTION 2. 18­6­701 (2), Colorado Revised Statutes, is amended to read: 18­6­701. Contributing to the delinquency of a minor. (2) (a) IF THE VIOLATION OF THE LAW, ORDINANCE, OR ORDER CONSTITUTES A FELONY, contributing to the delinquency of a minor is a class 4 CLASS 6 felony; (b) IF THE VIOLATION OF THE LAW, ORDINANCE, OR ORDER CONSTITUTES A MISDEMEANOR, CONTRIBUTING TO THE DELINQUENCY OF A MINOR IS A MISDEMEANOR OF THE SAME CLASS AS THE VIOLATION OR, IF THE MISDEMEANOR IS NOT CLASSIFIED, CARRIES THE SAME PENALTY AS THE VIOLATION; AND (c) IF THE VIOLATION OF THE LAW, ORDINANCE, OR ORDER CONSTITUTES A PETTY OFFENSE, CONTRIBUTING TO THE DELINQUENCY OF A MINOR IS A CLASS 1 PETTY OFFENSE.

It depends. If the minor is charged with an adult, the potential prison time is likely similar to that of an adult charged with the same crime. If the minor is charged in juvenile court, the max/min penalties are probably set by the state.

I don't know about Indiana state laws on this matter, but Arkansas state says that the unwed mother is the sole gardian of the unborn child. I went threw this 2 1/2 years ago. I made the mistake of putting my ex's name on the bith certificate and he ran off with my child i had to get a lawyer and it was very costly. Hope this helps you.... I don't know about Indiana state laws on this matter, but Arkansas state says that the unwed mother is the sole gardian of the unborn child. I went threw this 2 1/2 years ago. I made the mistake of putting my ex's name on the bith certificate and he ran off with my child i had to get a lawyer and it was very costly. Hope this helps you....

The mother would need the permission of the court to move the child out of state. You should be notified of the request and will be given an opportunity for your objections to be heard by the court. The court will render a decision that focuses on the best interest of the child. It will also consider your objections. Just make certain you show up for the hearing.

I think that is up to the social worker to decide. First they have to see what the reasons are you try to get rid of your child. I would be very careful with this since you might not be able to get them back and your relationship will clearly never be the same. We fight with out parents the most because we know they have our back and loves us unconditionally.

If17 if the legal age then yes. But i have heard nothing of age laws changing. SO if the legal age is 17 then yes but if it is 18 then no, you would have to have your parents permission to transfer schools.

Technically, in the law's eyes, it is said that once you hit the age of 15, unless there is a completely good reason as to why you cannot, you can have someone fight for you in court to see who can become your legal guardian. Of course, you'd have to state this to the judge, and therefore, you have to say that you need to talk to the judge. Anyhow, that's how it is. 15-17, that's when you can. Moreso for the people 16 or 17. But when you're 17, you can technically 'run away' from your home under certain circumstances in which I don't know too much about. Anyways, good luck!

Generally, no. The age of majority is 18. That's when the law considers you an adult and you can make all your own decisions. Until then you need your parents' permission. In some cases a minor can be legally emancipated before they are 18. You would want to contact a family lawyer in your local area to ask about this.

That depends on the individual state. Even with a law, or it being addressed in the custody orders, the parent left behind has up to six months to file an injunction to have the child returned to the jurisdiction.

NO. The court sees this as an opportunity for the mother to hide the child from the child's father. Any decisions of this matter MUST be decided by the courts with the father's knowledge, unless child is in danger of death from father. Sorry. That would depend upon the original custody order, if there is none in place, the parent who has physical custody of the minor child may place them in the temporary custody of a family member or qualified adult. The legal definition of temporary custody is three months or less, any longer term must be determined by the court in accordance with the laws of the state of residency. If the parents have joint custody either in a voluntary agreement or one ordered by the court, then both parents must agree to the temporary arrangement in writing.

A minor can get emancipated at the age of 16 in the state of Maine. The minor will have to get an attorney to represent them in court and to file paperwork for the judge to hear the case.

This is not legal advice and should not be relied upon as such. Consult the specific laws for the state and county in which you reside for the rules that apply. In most states, any 18 year old is considered an adult and is capable of deciding when and where they reside. They have the ability to contract for housing. SOME states allow minors to become emancipated under specific circumstances, but this is not just a matter of filling out some paperwork. A minor is the responsibility of their parents until such time as they reach the age of majority or are legally emancipated. The parents are required to provide for the support of their minor children. If the parents give permission, the minor can live in another location. Such permission does not relieve the parents of the responsibility to provide support. If the parents do not give permission, the minor can be considered a runaway. Charges may apply to individuals that aid and abet such runaways, particularly if they are under the age of consent. In some states it is my understanding that this is not enforced for 17 year olds that leave home. If you are subject to abuse, you should contact social services for your area. They will assist you in getting out of the bad environment and into a safe place.

When there is a split-up between parents it's tough on the kids and all they know is mom and dad and nothing else. They are frightened, hurt, often blame themselves for the split-up and it's a lot of stress on a child's little shoulders. If your child doesn't want to see you, then you should never force him/her. Give them time. Twelve is a very awkward age and puberty has set in so emotions run high. This doesn't mean you child doesn't love you. Take is slow, keep in contact with your ex and see when and if the child is OK with having a visit with you. If you and your ex get along how about doing something together with you child. Have some fun together and see where it goes from there. NEVER question your child about what "mommy is doing or who she is dating" because this is super pressure for the child and they should never have to go through something like that. Good luck Marcy If the non-custodial parent has court order visitation, then the child and custodial parent has to comply with that. If they do not, then the custodial parent can be held in contempt of court. ANSWER NO, after 12 the child does not have to go with the parent. They are legally old enough to make that decision.

I don't believe that there is a law against it, however, the owners of the store may have their own rules about letting minors into an establishment where they cannot legally conduct any business.

Yes, you could petition the court to have your juvenile record expunged, but why would you? When you turn 18 years, your juvenile record will automatically be sealed to the public anyway.

Depends on the parents. If he is untrusworthy, then no. If the parents trust him, then yes. Legally once you turn 12 you can stay at home by yourself.

18 however at flea markets and other places which aren't legitimate stores may sell them to you underage however this is illegal and were most likely land you in a boat load of trouble

As long as the child can support himself or herself, and the parent is consenting, there is no problem.

The curfew in Dearborn Heights for a 17 year old minor is 10 pm. They cannot be out in public places from 10 pm until 6 am in the morning.

Proving paternity would become a problem as he would not be able to respond to any paternity claim. There are greater issues at stake here than just the SS benefits.