Teen moms under 16 to provide DNA sample to track dads
The state of Mississippi has one of the country’s highest teen pregnancy rates. The national average for teen births among
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Thoughts on teen law by Judge Tom Jacobs.
Avoid jury duty scams
As you know, when you turn 18 you become eligible to be called to serve on a jury. This may be
The killing of Trayvon Martin: what is “justice?”
As you know by now, the trial of 29-year-old George Zimmerman for the death of 17-year-old Trayvon Martin in February,
Teen faces prison for Facebook post
Don’t let video games and chat rooms get to you. It can lead to unexpected consequences. 18-year-old Justin Carter of
Can you get in trouble for cross dressing at school?
In recent years, school dress codes have come under attack while students cross dressing at school, girls wearing tuxes and boys
No rainbow over Russia
Although the U.S. recognized gay marriage as a right for all people in June, 2015,* Russia is going the other
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,
Is it legal for the police to draw your blood when stopped for a DUI?
The answer, of course, depends on the specific laws in your state. Most states have what is called an “implied consent”
Should the DUI blood alcohol level for drivers be lowered?
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is an investigative agency that advocates on behalf of safety issues for Americans. They
High school valedictorian recites Lord’s prayer in place of speech
Roy Costner IV* was standing at the podium to present his pre-approved speech as class valedictorian. He proceeded to tear