Reply #43: That's ridicuous

[never cry wolf]

I felt much the same way in college and yes, I got arrested a few times for misdemeanors. I was shocked to find out just how understanding and supportive my parents were. No yelling, no punishment, no "I told you sos." Just an additude of "how can we lick this thing together."

Now, as a parent of a college freshman, I would do no less for my son. This is what parents are for, in large part. I guarantee that they will stand by their side.

This is your friends' future. They could lose their scholarships or even be suspended. If they get a hanging judge they could even do time. This is NOT something to mess around with. They should tell their parents and lawyer up immediately!