Genghis Khan
Ancient Mariner
In the past, we've discussed a similar parenting situation where a mother caught her child drinking in his car and sold the car as a form of punishment. She also wrote in the ad why the car is being sold to embarrass the boy and teach him a lesson.
The following story is short, but interesting in the similar vein. Do you feel the mother went too far in calling the police? I suppose the answer to that would be how often this kid misbehaves. We have no indication of whether she tried other strategies. However, in general, I'd say she over-reacted. I'd give him chores around the house until he pays it off. If he refuses, I'd remove all privileges such as game systems, computer, etc. from the kid until he co-operates.
By The Canadian Press
KINGSTON, Ont. - A 13-year-old boy in Kingston, Ont., who punched and broke his family's TV set got more than just a tongue-lashing from his mom - he was also slapped with a criminal charge.
Police say the teen began bickering with his mother Monday morning when she woke him and told him to get ready for school.
In anger, the boy walked out to the living room and punched the screen of the 37-inch LCD TV, damaging it beyond repair.
The television was valued at $1,000.
The teen's mother called police, who arrested the boy and charged him with mischief under $5,000.
Here is a similar article. This one is even more wacky, I think. Not because this one is form US and the former is from Canada.
By The Associated Press
ROCK HILL, S.C. - Authorities say seven people attending high school graduations in Rock Hill, South Carolina, are facing charges after police say they cheered while students' names were being called.
Authorities say six people at Fort Mill High School's graduation were charged Saturday and a seventh at the graduation for York Comprehensive High School was charged Friday with disorderly conduct.
Police say those arrested yelled after students' names were called while diplomas were handed out.
A police spokesman says school officials request police patrols to prevent graduation disruptions that include standing, hollering and clapping.
He says those attending the commencements are told their behaviour can be prosecuted.
Rock Hill is about 110 kilometres north of Columbia, South Carolina.
The following story is short, but interesting in the similar vein. Do you feel the mother went too far in calling the police? I suppose the answer to that would be how often this kid misbehaves. We have no indication of whether she tried other strategies. However, in general, I'd say she over-reacted. I'd give him chores around the house until he pays it off. If he refuses, I'd remove all privileges such as game systems, computer, etc. from the kid until he co-operates.
By The Canadian Press
KINGSTON, Ont. - A 13-year-old boy in Kingston, Ont., who punched and broke his family's TV set got more than just a tongue-lashing from his mom - he was also slapped with a criminal charge.
Police say the teen began bickering with his mother Monday morning when she woke him and told him to get ready for school.
In anger, the boy walked out to the living room and punched the screen of the 37-inch LCD TV, damaging it beyond repair.
The television was valued at $1,000.
The teen's mother called police, who arrested the boy and charged him with mischief under $5,000.
Here is a similar article. This one is even more wacky, I think. Not because this one is form US and the former is from Canada.
By The Associated Press
ROCK HILL, S.C. - Authorities say seven people attending high school graduations in Rock Hill, South Carolina, are facing charges after police say they cheered while students' names were being called.
Authorities say six people at Fort Mill High School's graduation were charged Saturday and a seventh at the graduation for York Comprehensive High School was charged Friday with disorderly conduct.
Police say those arrested yelled after students' names were called while diplomas were handed out.
A police spokesman says school officials request police patrols to prevent graduation disruptions that include standing, hollering and clapping.
He says those attending the commencements are told their behaviour can be prosecuted.
Rock Hill is about 110 kilometres north of Columbia, South Carolina.