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	Arrested (61 questions)
	My sister had sex with a 16 year old and she is only 14 i dont think thats right and isnt that illgal because under 15 is like a minor and shes not 15 till October?
	Yes, you are technically correct that it is illegal to have sex with a minor under the age of 15.... more »

	Banking (5 questions)
	How much does it cost to attend college?
	Information about college costs, scholorships and planning for your education is usually availabl... more »

	Bullying (6 questions)
	can a bully be someone you are friends with?
	Even if someone calls him/herself a friend because they hang out with you, they can NOT bully you... more »

	Contracts (5 questions)
	I attended NAU for a year and my parents handled my finances. I received a letter in the mail just a few weeks ago stating that an attorney is attempting to collect 800 something dollars in debt. My parents say everything is paid and the person I talked to says they don't know what exactly it is -- but they would find out. I don't remember signing any contract and if I did, would it matter since I was 17 at the time?
	It does matter that you were only 17 at the time.  Under Arizona law, a minor cannot sign a ... more »

	Credit (4 questions)
	Does a bad credit history ever go away?
	That depends on the seriousness of past problems. The files may go back seven years or ten years fo... more »

	Curfew (44 questions)
	What is the curfew in Bullhead City Arizona?
	Each city and town in Arizona has specific ordinances (or laws) about the curfew i... more »

	Drinking (25 questions)
	i just got an minor in possesion and a curfew ticket r the gonna take my drivers license away or put me on probation if i have prior offenses
	Under Arizona law, a person found guilty of being a "minor in possession" can be sentenced t... more »

	Driving (187 questions)
	What is the penalty for driving on a sidewalk?
	Your local police department (in any state) can tell you the specific consequences for driving o... more »

	Emancipation (67 questions)
	I am 17 and I want to get emancipated. I am currently on house arrest (i wear an ankle monitor) so i cannot leave my mothers house and live on my own and pay rent. I am also on probation. Is it possible to still get emancipated if my mother agreed on it and even if i have a criminal background.
	You may not apply for emancipation if you are a ward of the court, meaning on probation, parole o... more »

	Family (219 questions)
	Once I have the license, what else do I need?
	• A marriage ceremony (generally by a clergyman, judge or other person authorized by law to con... more »

	Guns and Weapons (23 questions)
	What high school classes should you take to become a lawyer?
	Unlike medical school, there are no prerequisites that need to be taken before attending law school.... more »

	Housing (17 questions)
	If I break a lease, what amount can I be sued for?
	You can probably be sued for: • All unpaid rent. • Any physical damage, including unus... more »

	Illegal Substances (91 questions)
	Can I being charged for drug offenses & child abuse because my son had drugs on him in my house?
	It depends. Assuming that your son is under the age of 18, if you supplied drugs or facilitated the ... more »

	Jury Duty (15 questions)
	Can the Jury ever speak up during a trial?
	In Arizona, our criminal and civil rules of procedure allow jurors to communicate during the tria... more »

	Marriage (16 questions)
	Hello, i'm 18 and my girlfriend is 15, and i was wodnering if it was still considerd statutory rape if we got married when she turned 16 with parents permission. Thank you for your time.
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	New Laws (15 questions)
	Does emancipation affect my driver’s license?
	Yes, once emancipated your driver’s license will Include the words “Emancipated Minor... more »

	Other (378 questions)
	Why do we have Amendments?
	An amendment is 'a change in or an addition to a document.' Our founding fathers knew th... more »

	School (118 questions)
	What can I do if a teacher doesn't teach and makes fun of kids in the school?
	You should talk to your counselor or the principal at your school about your concerns. ... more »

	Sexual Assault and Misconduct (31 questions)
	What happens if a person under the age of consent rapes a person over the age of consent? (Ex: A 12 year old rapes an 18 year old.)
	The law does not recognize the possibility of a 12 year old raping an 18 year old or older adult.... more »

	Trouble (34 questions)
	What happens when someone dies before they are charged with a crime?
	If a person dies before they are charged with a crime then they cannot be charged with the crime.... more »

	Vandalism and Property Damage (8 questions)
	Do people ever get in trouble for graffiti?
	Yes. Graffiti is a form of Criminal Damage. (more »

	Violence (87 questions)
	Could you get into trouble for stalking someone?
	Absolutely. Stalking is a criminal offense according to Arizona Law (ARS 13-2923). Stalki... more »

	Voting (6 questions)
	If I am emancipated will I be able to vote in this year's presidential elections?
	Although a minor does have additional responsibilities after becoming emancipated, the laws ... more »

	When You Turn 18 (107 questions)
	What is a credit report?
	A credit report is a summary of what debts you owe and a history of how promptly you have paid of... more »

	Work and Employment (24 questions)
	Do I have to give an answer to my boss to why I'm not coming into work that day/night? What Arizona laws do you have to back up your answer (if one is given) thanks,
	The laws pertaining to not coming to work are limited. It may be important to realize, though, th... more »