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Date: 09/18/2025

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Legal resources for anyone who is considered a youth or minor A person under 18 years old (17 years of age or younger). Find more info for legal problems under Resources.

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Learn about the overall process for children to get special education services, including testing, creating an IEP, and what to do when you disagree with the school.
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Protections for child influencers
Starting 7/1/2024, a minor under 16 who is featured in a family member's online content that makes money is entitled to records of how much money the family member makes off the content and a portion of the compensation.
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