“Every Vote Matters” a reality in Virginia election
Judge Tom and Natalie Jacobs’s book titled “Every Vote Matters” that was published in 2016 became a reality in December,
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Thoughts on teen law by Judge Tom Jacobs.
Words Can Hurt You
This guest post was written by teen writer Nona Hungate. Whether it’s over social media or in person, words can
Can students be forced to recite the Pledge of Allegiance?
In 2016, former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick started a national conversation and movement by kneeling on the sidelines
October is Anti-Cyberbullying Month
The Current State of Cyberbullying October is National Anti-Cyberbullying Month, so it’s a good time to reflect on the state
If teenage Donald J. Trump had appeared in my court . . .
How would I have dealt with Donald J. Trump had he appeared in my court during his teen years? You
Whose responsibility is it to pay restitution to a victim?
When a teenager is charged in juvenile court with an offense, one of the possible penalties is to pay the victim
Don’t fall for the Blue Whale Challenge
Apparently the Blue Whale Challenge has been around for a few years. Believed to have started in Russia, it has
Harvard Withdraws Admissions of 10 Students for Online Speech
Ten high school seniors from across the country were accepted by Harvard University for admission in the Class of 2021.
Technology advances for new drivers
Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for U.S. teens. New drivers between 16 and 17 years old
What are my rights as an undocumented teen in the U.S.?
Do you know your rights as a DREAMER?* Federal and state laws may affect what you can and can’t do,