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Can Teachers Take Your Phone?
By Jordan Walker, J.D. | Last updated on
Today, it's not uncommon for kids to get a mobile phone or other electronic devices at a young age. And almost all of them (including you) bring their “smart"...
What Happens if You Get a Speeding Ticket When Under 18?
By Jordan Walker, J.D. | Last updated on
So you just got your driver's license, and you received a speeding ticket. This is what you've been waiting for, but you just had to go faster than that lame...
What Happens if You Get Caught Drinking Under 21?
By Jordan Walker, J.D. | Last updated on
According to television shows and movies, underage drinking is a regular thing. The popular series Riverdale has tons of episodes featuring an underage person...
Halloween Crime and Teenagers
By Jordan Walker, J.D. | Last updated on
It's that time of year again. Pumpkin spice everything, sweater weather, and of course, Halloween. Whether it's too much candy corn or just something in the...
When Is it Legal for Teens To Buy Tobacco or E-cigs?
By Jordan Walker, J.D. | Last updated on
Even though teens are smoking less cigarettes over the years, other tobacco or nicotine products like vape pens, JUULs, and other kinds of e-cigarettes are...
What Happens if You're Caught Shoplifting Under 18?
By Jordan Walker, J.D. | Last updated on
Statistics show the majority of shoplifting is done by teens. It may seem like shoplifting is a minor infraction and no big deal. After all, stores have too...