Reaching the Age of Majority

Reaching the Age of Majority

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Independent Living

Reaching the Age of Majority

Directions: Using the Reaching the Age of Majority booklet answer the following questions. Include as much information as possible. Do not mark in the booklets.

  1. Many high school graduates will soon pass from being a minor to an adult. In Nebraska, you are considered an adult for most purposes when you reach the age of ______. You will find that you have many legal rights and responsibilities when you reach ______years of age. However, there are also some rights and responsibilities that you will want to be aware of when you turn ______.
  1. What are some of the rights at age 18?
  1. What are some of the responsibilities at age 19?
  1. Alcohol:
  2. What is a DUI?
  1. What is the penalty for a first offence DUI if your BAC is greater than .15?
  1. What is the penalty for a second offence DUI if your BAC is greater than .15?
  1. When is a minor considered to be in possession of liquor or beer?
  1. What are some additional ways a minor can violate Nebraska’s drinking laws?
  1. Tobacco: (page 2)
  2. Are there laws about tobacco like those for alcohol? Explain.
  1. Banking:
  2. At what age can you open a bank account?
  1. What are things to consider before opening a bank account?
  1. What happens if a check bounces?
  1. Cell phones:
  2. Are there any laws concerning cell phones? Explain.
  1. Crime victims:
  2. If someone commits a crime against you, what should you do?
  1. Criminal law:
  2. What is the difference between a felony and misdemeanor?
  1. At age ______you are an adult and cannot go to juvenile court. You may be punished as an adult even before your ______birthday under some circumstances.
  1. Domestic abuse:
  2. Can a victim press criminal charges against an abuser?
  1. Drugs:
  2. What are the types of drug crimes? (List 3)
  1. Internet safety:
  2. Are chat rooms safe? Why or why not?
  1. What should you do if you get harassing emails or instant messages?
  1. Parties:
  2. What rules should you remember if you’re going to have a party?
  1. What is someone “crashes” your party, what can you do?
  1. Is alcohol okay at all parties? Why or why not?
  1. Sexting:
  2. What are the consequences of sexting?
  1. In your own words, explain why you think it’s important to know and understand your rights and responsibilities. Be ready to share this answer with the class.
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