Summary
In California, police may file a runaway report and return the child to their guardian. CPS may intervene if theres abuse. Guardianship changes require court approval. If a grandparent files for visitation or guardianship, the court considers the childs best interest and existing relationships. Legal documents must be served by someone over 18 who is not a party to the case. Running away isnt a crime, but those who assist may face legal issues. Always prioritize safety and consult a family law attorney for guidance.Full Conversation
What is a dangerous situation? That you are talking about?
A dangerous situation can include:
- Physical, sexual, or emotional abuse.
- Neglect, such as lack of food, shelter, or medical care.
- Exposure to domestic violence or substance abuse.
These situations can trigger a Child Protective Services investigation.
There already is a cps report against my dad
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. In California:
- If a CPS report already exists, it means an investigation is ongoing or completed.
- The outcomes can vary; it might lead to counseling, supervision, or removal of the child.
Do you want to know more about the CPS process?
My grandma has a grandparent visitation rights petition she already filled it out and she's going to take it to the court in the town i live in she always has a petition for guardianship of me too
In California, when a grandparent files for visitation or guardianship, the court considers:
- The child's best interest.
- The existing relationship between the grandparent and child.
- The effect on the child’s relationship with their parents.
Your grandmother should consult with a family law attorney for further guidance.
She's going to have my cousin (her nephew) serve the papers to my dad he is a sheriff in the town she lives in
In California:
- Legal documents must be served by a person over * who is not a party to the case.
- Sheriffs can be served like any other citizen.
- Consider hiring a professional process server to avoid potential conflicts.
Oh ok yeah my dad knows my cousin my cousin is a sheriff in merced so thats why my grandma is going to ask him to serve the papers
In California, as long as your cousin is not involved in the case and he is over *, he can serve the papers. However, it might be beneficial to avoid potential conflicts by hiring a professional process server.
Oh ok yeah he isn't involved in the case or anything and he is over *
That's great! In California, your cousin, being a sheriff and over *, can serve the papers. Remember, the papers must be served in a way that follows California's laws for service of process.
Thank you
You're welcome! If you have any more questions or need further clarification, feel free to ask. Remember, it's important to consult with a family law attorney for your specific case.
So because i get extremely stressed out I'm a 16 year old female and my hair has been thinning i called my grandma crying yesterday because my hair got so thin from stressing
I'm really sorry to hear about your stress. In California, if your health is being affected due to stress or any form of abuse at home, it's essential to let a trusted adult or teacher know. They can provide support and help with the next steps.
Thats why i want to leave my grandma asked my cousin if she can pick me up if a run away and he said she can't because she'll get in trouble and after they find me they'll just have to return me to my dad
In California:
- Running away isn't a crime, but those who assist may face legal issues.
- If you feel unsafe, contact Child Protective Services or a trusted adult.
- Guardianship changes must go through court.
Always prioritize your safety and well-being.
Thank you
You're welcome! If you have any other concerns or questions, don't hesitate to ask. Remember, your safety is the most important thing. Reach out to trustworthy adults or authorities if needed. Best of luck with everything!
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