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Category: Child Abuse and Endangerment

Is It Illegal to Date a Minor?

Rabin Nabizadeh
March 5, 2025
When dealing with questions about relationships involving minors, you need clear answers about your legal rights and responsibilities. At Summit Defense, we know these situations are complicated and can have serious consequences. Our criminal defense attorneys are here to help you understand the laws that affect your case and defend your rights. We’ll explain everything [...]

Can Minors Be Charged With Sexual Abuse?

Rabin Nabizadeh
February 12, 2025
Can Minors Be Charged With Sexual Abuse? When it comes to sexual abuse, many people assume only adults can face charges. However, minors can also be criminally charged for sexual abuse crimes. The legal system treats juvenile offenders differently, but the consequences can still be severe. Understanding how these cases work is critical, especially if [...]

Can an 18-Year-Old Date a 16-Year-Old?

Rabin Nabizadeh
April 11, 2023

Some adolescents and teens tend to start dating when they are in middle school and high school. Therefore, having a girlfriend or boyfriend is not unusual for a 16-year-old. However, what happens if that girlfriend or boyfriend is over 18? Can an 18-year-old date a 16-year-old? If you get charged with a sex crime involving […]

How To Get a Child Endangerment Charge Dropped?

Rabin Nabizadeh
January 27, 2023
If you are facing child endangerment charges, it’s essential to understand how to fight them. Summit Defense Criminal Lawyers helps clients who are facing child endangerment charges by providing expert legal support. A child endangerment case can be stressful, but with the right strategy, it is possible to get the child endangerment charge dismissed or reduced. Your child [...]