Teens and the Law: You and Other Important Rights
Laws regulate many aspects of your life—from how late you can stay out at night to whether you can sign a contract or cross the border.
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Do I have to register as a sex offender?
Sex offender registration is not limited to adults convicted of sex crimes. Many states require juveniles to register with law enforcement if found delinquent for certain offenses. Laws differ from state to state as well ...
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What does “diversion” mean?
If you have been charged with a minor crime, usually a low misdemeanor or petty offense, you may be eligible for what is called "diversion" or a "deferred judgment." This opportunity is common nationwide in ...
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How do I dress for court?
Most people who have to go to court are nervous about what to expect. Walking into a courtroom is an intimidating experience. The last thing you want is to be called out or even excluded ...
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Can my juvenile record be destroyed?
Adults of all ages return to court asking for their juvenile records to be destroyed or expunged. The reasons vary: a new job, continuing education, a credit application, or military service.You don′t necessarily have to ...
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Does the death penalty apply to teens?
When Billy was fifteen years old, he and his brother and two friends brutally murdered Billy′s brother-in-law. Billy kicked and shot the victim in the head, slit his throat, and dragged his body, chained to ...
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Can I be put in jail?
If you′re locked up by the police or because of a court order, against your will and away from home, you′re most likely in jail. It may be referred to as detention, lock-up, secure care, or some ...
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Can I be tried in adult court?
Regardless of your age, if the crime is serious, the prosecutor may file charges against you in adult court or ask the juvenile court to transfer you to adult court. All states have a procedure ...
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What happens in juvenile court?
Some people call it “juvy,” “children′s court,” “juvenile court,” or “juvenile hall.” The names change from state to state, but the court′s job and authority over you are the same. Your age determines whether you′ll ...
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Is every court decision final?
Once a decision is made by a judge or a jury at the trial court level, anyone can ask a higher court to review his or her case. The right to appeal isn′t automatic in ...
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What is a jury?
A jury has been described as a random slice of the community chosen to decide a lawsuit. After you turn eighteen, you may receive a notice in the mail requiring you to appear for jury ...
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Why are there so many different courts?
Throughout the United States, there are courts with different responsibilities and authority. The courts derive their authority from state and federal constitutions, and from laws passed by state legislatures and Congress. Each court has specific cases ...
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What is a lawsuit?
Have you ever worked for someone, baby-sat, or done yard work and not been paid? Was your first car a lemon and the seller refused to do anything about it? Does someone keep bothering you ...
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