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CategoryGrowing Up

What are your rights & obligations under the law as you near adulthood?

Blog, Growing Up
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What states allow gays & lesbians to marry?

Update: On June 26, 2015 marriage equality in America became a reality. The Supreme Court ruled  5 to 4 in 

Growing Up, Your Rights
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Can you be arrested for flipping off a cop?

A 35 year old man in Colorado was criminally charged in May 2011 for exactly this conduct – flipping off a cop. 

War and Peace
Growing Up
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What does the Second Amendment say about guns?

Here is the exact language of the Second Amendment word for word: “A well-regulated Militia, being necessary to the security 

Growing Up
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When can you get a credit card?

As you know, you must be 18 to vote, join the military, serve on a jury, or get married without 

Growing Up
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Do water safety rules apply to teens?

All people involved in recreational sports are required to follow water safety laws — whether posted or not. Violations result in 

Growing Up
3

What are the penalties for drinking and driving?

Automobile accidents are the top killer of teens in the U.S., with 42 percent of the accidents due to alcohol. 

driving
Growing Up
3

What is joyriding?

Joyriding is defined as borrowing someone′s car, bicycle, boat, or motorcycle without permission, with the intention of just using it 

Growing Up
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Do I have to wear a helmet when I ride a motorcycle?

Would you skydive for the first time without receiving landing instructions? How about suiting up without pads for Friday night′s 

Learning to drive
Growing Up
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When can I drive the family car?

In many states, you may obtain a learner′s permit before getting your license. It′s a violation if you drive without 

traffic stop
Growing Up
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Do traffic laws apply to me?

Many of the rules of the motor vehicle code apply to you, whether or not you have a learner′s permit 

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