Are school records public information?
School records, which may include medical, legal, criminal, or mental health information, are not public records. This means that only
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What if my parents die without a will?
If your parents die with a will (testate), their property goes to those persons, organizations, or causes named in the
Can my parents keep me from watching certain TV shows?
There′s an ongoing debate about the effect of media violence on young people. Numerous studies indicate a strong relationship
Can my parents force me to follow their religion?
The First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees all Americans freedom of religion. This right is not limited to adults. Children and
Who has the right to discipline me?
“You can′t tell me what to do.” “I don′t have to—you′re not my parent!” “If you touch me, I′ll call
Can I ‘divorce’ my parents?
In 1992, a Florida boy named Gregory K.* got a court order terminating his mother’s parental rights and giving him the
Do my parents have to support me after they get divorced?
Child support is a hot issue. Headlines scream “Deadbeat Dad Jailed,”and names of nonpaying parents are displayed on billboards and
What happens to me if my parents get a divorce?
If your parents get a divorce, it doesn′t mean that they′re no longer your parents, or that they no longer