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Askthejudge.info features regular updates from the news, important decisions from the nation′s courts, and online discussions with Judge Tom. Find out everything you need to know about youth rights, juvenile law and juvenile justice. AsktheJudge – Empowering youth one question at a time.

Disclaimer: The information contained in this site is made available to the general public and is not intended to serve as legal advice.You should consult a trained legal professional in your area for questions you may have about the laws affecting juveniles or any legal interpretations.

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Can you refuse medical treatment if you’re under 18?

Every state has laws about the consents necessary for a variety of health care issues: contraceptive and pregnancy care, blood donation, substance 

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Blog, Teen Celebrity Justice
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Can you sue your parents?

The star of the Disney show Lab Rats, Billy Unger, is doing just that. In March 2015, he filed a 

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Teen pregnancy & teen parent FAQs

One of our most popular questions on AsktheJudge concerns the legal rights and laws for pregnant teenagers and teen moms 

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What is a “free-range” kid?

Did you know there are laws setting age limits for children being left alone in public? This applies to teen 

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Teen – parent agreement about Internet use

Because of the continuing abuse of technology by way of cyberbullying, we offer below an Agreement for parents, children and 

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Inspirational video: bullied kid is a phenomenal dancer

We frequently discuss stories, court cases, etc. about various aspects of bullying and cyberbullying. Unfortunately, many of these stories are 

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Are parents legally required to support a teenager who moves out at 18?

This is an issue before a New Jersey court. In October, 2013, 18-year-old Rachel Canning moved from her home to 

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Do homeless children have a right to an education?

Two brothers in Pennsylvania attended school in the same school district all their lives. Now in 8th grade and a 

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Blog, You and Your Body, Your Rights
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What to know when reporting child abuse against your parents

Abuse can take several forms – physical, emotional, verbal and sexual. Neglect is another form of abuse where certain needs 

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Supreme Court loses sight of ‘best interest’ in adoption case

Supreme Court loses sight of ‘best interest’ in adoption case Twenty three years on the juvenile and family court bench, 

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