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Phishing, work-at-home schemes, and prize scams are just a few methods criminals have discovered to scam people online. Learn more at FindLaw.
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Child abandonment is a serious crime. Learn about the pertinent laws, safe haven, and much more about child abandonment at FindLaw.com.
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A criminal charge of "aiding and abetting" or accessory can usually be brought against anyone who helps to commit a crime. See more in FindLaw's guide to Criminal Charges.
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FindLaw's article on the law and background of AMBER alerts, which is intended to quickly and widely disseminate information about child abductions. Learn more in FindLaw's Criminal Law section.
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Can the State make someone talk? Learn about transactional immunity and the privilege against self-incrimination at FindLaw's Criminal Procedure section.
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For those who qualify, typically by demonstrating to a court that they can be responsible parents, reinstatement of parental rights after termination is possible. Learn about this and more at FindLaw's Parental Rights and Liability section.
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If a child hurts someone or damages property, the parent may be liable. State laws encourage responsible parenting. FindLaw explains why a parent can be sued.
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While state laws vary quite a bit, parents can be held criminally liable for certain criminal acts committed by their children. Learn about parental criminal liability -- and more -- at FindLaw's Parental Rights and Liability section.
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FindLaw explains the termination of parental rights, covering voluntary and involuntary processes, legal grounds, and reinstatement.
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Disturbing the peace is a criminal offense that may involve noise violations, unlawful gathering, fighting, and many other transgressions. Learn about disturbing the peace at FindLaw.com.
