Unless it is court ordered, is a child stuck in an environment they feel unsafe in?
350303
No! \nThe court will decide ultimately where a child is placed taking into account the child's safety and well being, it may well be stated that the child would and be better placed with the person that he knows ie, the Mothers friend after an aproval inspection and social investigation\nmay be accepted, but the court wil have the final say.\nHope this helps, keep that child safe.\nGood luck!
299654
Criminal activity commited by a child is just that. But, If the child is dangerous to society E.G.- murder, rape, predetory behavior, then just like an adult who does those things, the person needs to be thrown in a cell and kept there-4ever.
1092013
Having been charged and convicted are two different things. If I knew for sure that someone had been convicted I would delve in to the matter a lot more. At one time, I would have said mind your own business, but in view of all the horrible things that have happened to children, I would have to bring it to social services. Please do not proceed unless you really have something solid and well founded. This little girl has obviously been traumatized a lot being taken away from her parents. Depending on the charge, some people can change. Did you read about this person in the newspaper or did someone gossip about this situation? Which ever way you go, let your conscience be your guide.
934820
Talk with your parents about this, and perhaps the schools guidance councellor.  The children there seem quite unruly and I think what you describe only happens when there is no adult supervision around.  They may have no clue it's going on ... except for the broken items you mention.  You need to let adults know there's a problem .. start with your own parents and follow their guidance.
853247
I restraining order works rather well, and so does relocation. He may become dangerous and may try to hurt you. I would definitely seek the help of the authorities. Talk to a policeman and see what they can do or what you should do. Keep friends and family around whenever possible. Do not go anywhere by yourself.
1034584
I have worked in a group home that was affiliated with an actual residential treatment facility. It would seem that this child is currently in crisis. If he is in a group home, he should have been receiving some sort of wrap-around services. I would get in touch with either the judge, his DCFS caseworker or his therapist and they can initiate a 3 day psychological crisis placement in a hospital to evaluate the child. ( I am not sure how old he is which could affect this advice) If this is done, and it appears that he needs extra support, it would probably be a good idea for him to lose unsupervised home visits for a while until he is stabilized. If he continues to escalate, then it is possible he needs a more restrictive environment (residential) for a while, again his therapist and case managers would have to be involved in the facilitation and the determination of this type of placement. In the meantime...take his clothes and shoes, put him in pajamas until he earns back the privileges that go with being trusted.\n\nThis is what we did with our kids when they went AWOL and we kept a supply of pajamas just for these instances. The kids had no slippers, shoes or clothes and this was a real deterrent to running away.\n\nI hope this helps, and I hope the young chap gets some help, it really sounds like something bad may have happened while he was at home and this is his reaction.\n\nGood Luck
550005
You know who the responsible parent is....YOU! Just continue being what you are, and the problem is solved. Kids are smart, and they KNOW! They want to live where there is stability, security, and love! You give them all that, so you have nothing to be concerned about! Relax!!
346510
Providing that the child has had no reason to be in home detention because of his parents then there are no reasons why you should not be able to visit.  Get legal advice.  You can sue.
1041994
Yes, you can.\n\nBut, only if there was reasonable cause for not feeling safe.\n\nIn other words,  you cannot bypass shopping centers, police stations, etc. to go to your house claiming you didn't feel safe.\n\nReasonable is the key word.\n\nAdditional comment:\n\nFr. Chuck (below) is correct regarding procedures.\n\nRefusing to stop is considered an additional charge and you must be prepared to demonstrate that you had a good reason for not stopping. "Safe" is a subjective term, so a person who refuses to stop better have a very good reason (and evidence) to justify refusing to stop. Discarding incriminating evidence (drugs, alcohol, weapons, etc.) while you are fleeing will only result in other charges and negate your claim of "not feeling safe."
965971
Here in Delaware, it would be with the Family Court (State) where the person who has custody resides. I believe there must be a custody order (or at least a temporary custody order) in place for this motion to be considered.
322454
It depends on your state (laws, policy, and practice).  In our state, we DO an investigation after receiving a report.  If maltreatment is found and the children are determined to be unsafe, we first ask for the parents to identify a safety resource (family or friend that can temporarily keep the children until children are determined to be safe).  If a safety resource can't be provided or if the parents cannot be located, only then will the state seek custody.  At that time, there will be a 3 day hearing that takes place somewhere between immediately and up to 3 days in which the court will determine whether the children should be in custody or not.  The parents go to this hearing.  If the judge does find that the children should stay in custody, there will be a 10 day hearing (also known as the adjudicatory hearing where the full evidence is heard).  At this time, the parents (and legal representatives) also appear, and the judge will make a determination.  As I said, it differs state to state, but call the local social services office and ask what your rights are as far as hearings, etc.  We notify our parents (so long as we know where to locate them), as it is important for their side to also be heard.  If we cannot locate the parents and take custody, it is still our responsibility to at least attempt to locate the parents daily.  Hope this helps!
906570
Oh Kirk - you need to get out of there as soon as you can.  You deserve better.  There is help and support out there. No one has the right to treat you like that.  Are there any agencies you could contact ? And please contact your mom or another close relative or someone you feel you can trust.  I guess you much feel totally alone and scared and adults have not exactly been a source of trust for you.  Believe me you need to get out.  I wish I could help  I truly do.  I am in Scotland.  I am not surprised that you feel so bad about your life.  IT IS NOT your fault please believe that.  Contact someone and get yourself to safety.
1150017
If you are in a situation where you are dealing with protective services you may need to make changes in your behavior as a parent.  I recommend reading any literature on early childhood development and seek counseling from a professional psychologist.  That being said you need to be careful as they may take your child away.  You should seek legal council if you are facing charges, as soon as possible.
434484
Talk to a lawyear. You can't just leave while court in underway. You need to try and win sole custody of your children than you can leave the state. The thing is, you need to prove to court that you are afraid of your husband, and that you are afraid he might hurt the kids. Lawyer will help you put everything together, use your bad experience with your husband as evidence for abuse. If you ever went to hospital or kids because of his abuse use that even if you said you/they fell.
1010093
File a police report and get a lawyer.  Take your butt down to the police station, they probably take a statement and then send you to social services.  Social services should be able to advise you further on that situation.  If the health and well-being of your kids is at stake, then go take care of things.  If you let this scare you and don't take steps to solve this now, the State can step in later down the road and just take the kids.
244628
I don't think so.  If the parent is not neglecting the child or endangering the child in any way, it is not likely.  A child is taken away usually only when the child's physical or emotional well being is at risk.
409619
I would imagine that would be possible if you were to show that the parents are incapable or unwilling to care for the child and provide a safe environment.  It would probably be a long, slow process; however, if the child is in an abusive or drug oriented situation, it would be worth the effort to protect the child.  Unfortunately, it may depend on a judge and we have seen lately how they rule on a lot of cases against people who should be in prison.