Legal Question in Juvenile Dependency in Texas

Pregnant at 16!!!

Ok so my boyfriend and I have started having sex. I am 16, I will 17 in October and he is 24. I now have reason to believe that I might be pregnant. I do not know what to do, I do not want to get him in trouble but I really want him to be part of our childs life. Here is the question

Is there anything I can do to keep him out of trouble while still allowing him to be a part of me and our childs life?


Asked on 8/29/05, 7:38 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Re: Pregnant at 16!!!

This is a sensitive issue. There is an issue of statutory rape that can arise. Another important issue is his responsibility he must bear with regards to child support. Can you talk to your parents about this? The goal would be to try and set aside some emaotions regarding the seriousness of the situation and focus on the most important issue, the best interest of the child. I know you do not want him to get into trouble but you also have to make a decision as to what is more important for your child.

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Answered on 8/29/05, 2:00 pm


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