If my 18 year old son lives with me and gets into trouble with the law for drugs or alcohol, am I responsible for his actions as being his parent?
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If my 18 year old son lives with me and gets into trouble with the law for drugs or alcohol, am I responsible for his actions as being his parent?
Asked on December 12, 2011 under Criminal Law, Maine
Answers:
David Lee / Law Offices of David Lee
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
No, your eighteen year old son is considered an "Adult" for purposes of criminal charges. He alone would bear criminal responsibility for his actions unless you provided him with "Alcohol" or "Drugs".
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