Child Abandonment Legal Steps

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In Georgia, if a parent abandons their child, the family member can report the situation to Georgias Division of Family and Children Services (DFCS), seek legal guardianship of the child, or consult a family law attorney for advice. Child abandonment is considered a crime under Georgia law. A parents responsibilities cant be avoided because a child doesnt listen. Failure to provide care for a child for more than 30 days is legally considered abandonment. DFCS is the appropriate agency to contact regarding child abandonment. One Hope United is a non-profit organization that offers support but doesnt have legal authority. If a child is removed from a home, DFCS works to place the child in a safe environment, potentially with a friend after thorough checks.

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OK THE PARENT SAYS ITS BECAUSE THE CHILD DOESNT LISTEN TO THEM AND THEY ARE ONLY GOING TO BE THERE FOR TWO WEEKS
A parent's responsibilities can't be avoided because a child doesn't listen. In Georgia, failure to provide care for a child for more than 30 days is legally considered abandonment. If they don't return after * weeks, consider legal advice.
SHOULD DCFS BE CALLED OR ONE HOPE UNITED?
In Georgia, the Division of Family and Children Services (DFCS) is the appropriate agency to contact regarding child abandonment. One Hope United is a useful resource, but they're not a government agency capable of taking immediate action.
OKAY WHAT EXACTLY IS ONE HOPE UNITED?
One Hope United is a non-profit organization that offers services such as counseling, education programs, and foster care. They aim to ensure every child grows up in a safe environment. They don't have the authority to make legal decisions but can provide support and resources.
CAN DCFS PLACE THIS CHILD IN ANOTHER HOME THAT THE CHILD ACTUALLY WANTS TO LIVE AT? SHE DOESNT WANT TO BE WITH MOM ANYMORE, BUT, A FRIEND
In Georgia, if a child is removed from a home, the Division of Family and Children Services (DFCS) works to place the child in a safe, nurturing environment. This could potentially be with a friend, but only after thorough checks and legal processes are completed.
OK ANOTHER QUESTION THAT IS OFF SUBJECT
Of course, I'm here to assist with any legal questions you may have. Please go ahead and ask your off-subject question.
SAY SOMEONE IS RENTING TO OWN A HOME. A GIRL COMES OVER AND BREAKS ALL THE WINDOWS OUT. THE RESIDENT SAYS HE DOESN'T WANT TO PRESS CHARGES BUT, THE PROPERTY OWNER DOES. WHAT DO YOU DO?
As the property owner, they can report the incident to the police. The decision to press charges rests with the authorities. They can also seek damages through a civil lawsuit. However, legal advice is recommended in this situation.
SO EVEN THOUGH THE RESIDENT DOESNT WANT CHARGES PRESSED, THE HOME OWNER CAN?
Yes, the property owner can press charges even if the resident doesn't want to. The property owner has rights to protect their property and may decide to seek legal recourse for damages.
GOTCHA OKAY, THANKS
You're welcome! If you have any other questions in the future, don't hesitate to ask. Take care!