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Question: I am accused of burglary and criminal damage. If I am found guilty do my parents have to pay?

Answer: Criminal sentences are left for a judge to decide, but requiring you and your parents to pay damages is one option a judge has. For more information about juvenile justice, visit The LawForKids.org Juvenile Justice page.


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On 02/26/06
brandon from AZ said:
thats messed up!
On 02/25/04
Kat from CA said:
I don't beleive threats are in police protocol. However, if she did do it, she doesn't have to talk. She has the fifth amendmant to protect her. :)
On 12/12/03
Daniel from MN said:
My sister is accused of egging my nextdoor neighbors house.While she was at scool the police threatened to arrest her unless she fessed up. is this illegal?
On 02/25/03
angie from AZ said:
i like this web site. it is very useful for class projects.
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