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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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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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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.
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Help is available for those experiencing domestic violence in your community. Learn what community partners can help with domestic abuse at FindLaw.
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New York has some of the toughest gun control laws in the U.S. Learn about concealed carry, prohibitions on assault weapons, and more at FindLaw.com.
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The extremely strict abortion laws in Tennessee differ from those in other states, so it's important to know what's legal and what isn't. Learn about gestational age, fetal viability, Roe v. Wade, Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization, and much more at FindLaw.com.
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Gun control laws in Maine are less restrictive than some other New England states. Learn more at FindLaw.
