Sorry but personal messages must be removed. Apparently there is already a custody order in place. When such an order has been issued by the court it is very difficult to have it overturned, as it is assumed by DHS that the custodial parent has been found acceptable to have the children in their care. One thing that is needed is corroborating testimony to the abuse by someone outside of the family, such as a teacher, minister, doctor and so forth. The testimony of the children will not be of much help (if they are even interviewed) until or unless the case is brought to court. The reason for this is children will generally say whatever they feel the adult who is questioning them wishes to hear especially parents, other family members or persons in authority such as a police officer. Any time a child is taken to a medical facility or doctor and has signs of mistreatment the personnel are required by law to make a report to the police who refer the incident to the state agency of jurisdiction. Contacting the following organizations may provide helpful information and/or assistance. National Child Abuse Hotline 1-800-422-4453 or 1-800-252-2873 for National Council on Child Abuse and Family Violence, http:www.nccafv.org Minnesota handles abuse cases through county social services offices not a statewide number. Individual office contact information can be found at http://www.dhs.state.mn.us (click on "county social service agency"). macky83@juno.com
When they are 18 they can choose.
When the minor is 18.
Age 18
It depends on the circumstances.
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Minors can not decide who to live with. That is up to the parents or the judge. In some states the judge can hear what the child wants but is in no way obligated to follow that wish. The children can decide where to live when they are 18.
In Minnesota, the legal age of majority is 18, so a 17-year-old would typically need parental permission to move out. However, there may be exceptions such as if the minor is legally emancipated or if there is abuse in the home. It is advisable to consult with an attorney to fully understand the legal options in this situation.
You cannot decide. You can have the other parent request a change of custody, but you cannot do it yourself. They will usually listen to your opinion in court, especially if you are an older teenager.
Emancipation typically involves becoming legally independent from both parents, not just one. To emancipate your dad but not your mom would be a complex legal process and would depend on the specific laws in your jurisdiction. It's advisable to seek guidance from a family lawyer to understand your options.
Yes , your sister can decide to live with you if she of legal age. In most states you have to be 18 to decide who you will live with. If she is a minor this is up to your parents or the court to decide.
Niall lived with his dad
About 50-60%
No, he lived with his Dad. Parents were divorced.
They live with their dad because their parents are divorced.
No they don't, the parents can allow them to live any place that is safe. But the parents get to decide, not the child.