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Thoughts on teen law by Judge Tom Jacobs.

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Teen TWD troublesome

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, drivers younger than 20 had the highest distracted driving fatality rate in the 

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England celebrates “Staying safe in cyberspace”

The United Kingdon launched Anti-Bullying Week (November 16 to 21, 2009) with a definitive report titled “Virtual Violence: Protecting Children 

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Another teacher “outed” on Facebook

Ashley Payne taught at Apalachee High School in Georgia for two years. While on vacation she was photographed holding wine 

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Posting address and vacation plans invite burglars

19-year-old Rachel J. Lee of Las Vegas, Nevada, knew what she wanted and how to get it. Dissing knock-offs, she 

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England tough on texting while driving

Near Oxford, England, 24-year-old Victoria McBryde was on her way to a friend’s house when she got a flat tire. 

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Struggling economy leads to more teens on the street

State and federal labor laws prevent many teenagers from finding work. In the summer of 2009, less than 30% of 

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First Lady Michelle Obama mentors high school girls

Community service and giving back is part of Michelle Obama’s life. She gave up a corporate lawyer’s position to run 

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Phone counseling aids in battle against teen smoking

Regardless of laws restricting possession and use of tobacco products by teenagers, enforcement is another matter. Parents are left to 

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Finland says the Internet is a “right”

The Bill of Rights in the U.S. Constitution is over 200 years old (enacted in 1791).  Over this period, state 

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Slumber party “raunchy photos” bring suspensions

During the summer of 2009, two sophomore volleyball players at Churubusco High School in Indiana were at a slumber party. Identified 

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