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Running away from home in California involves legal complexities. Your grandma should contact CPS in your town and follow legal procedures for guardianship. An ex parte order may be necessary for immediate protection. Always consult a legal advisor before taking any steps. If you leave, provide CPS with a detailed explanation. Seek free legal advice from local organizations like Central California Legal Services in Visalia. Communicate your concerns to CPS and your social worker, and discuss alternative living arrangements with them.Full Conversation
So i want to run away from this house one of my grandma's friends works at cps and she told my grandma that she can pick me up and she needs to call cps after she picks me up will she need to call the cps where i live or where she lives she lives in a different town than i do
Hello! In general, she should contact the CPS in the town where the incident occurred, which in this case, is your town. However, she might want to contact the CPS in her town as well for additional guidance.
Oh ok i told her to call the police after she picks me up if she does so she won't get in trouble because she is trying to get guardianship of me
It's good that you're considering legal steps. In California, to get guardianship, she needs to:
- Fill out court forms
- Have them reviewed
- Make at least * copies
- File the forms in court
- Give notice of the court hearing
- Attend the court hearing
Please consult a legal advisor for specifics.
Should she get an ex parte if i runaway?
An ex parte order can provide immediate protection in urgent situations. If you run away, it could be considered such a situation. However, it's subject to court approval. It would be best to speak to a legal advisor for specifics.
Ok thank you my aunt told me because we already have a cps report and if i do leave they'll see the report and that i want to leave and she told me to tell them why i left
If you leave, it would be wise to provide the CPS with a detailed explanation of your situation. However, I strongly recommend not taking such a step without legal advice. Reach out to a local legal aid organization for further guidance.
What should i do for legal advice?
You can seek free legal advice from local legal aid organizations. Here's the contact details for one such organization in your vicinity:
Central California Legal Services in Visalia
Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * W. Main Street, Suite U, Visalia, CA *
Website: www.centralcallegal.org If i stay with my grandma if i leave and even if she calls cps and the police can she still get in trouble?
In general, if your grandma is trying to obtain legal guardianship and is acting in your best interests, it's unlikely she will get into trouble. However, she should follow the legal procedures outlined by California law, such as notifying CPS and the police about your situation.
So yesterday me and my dad went to the cps office and had to talk to a social worker what would happen if i leave before the next interview? Also can i tell the social worker I've been thinking about running away to my grandma's house
If you leave before the next interview, it might complicate the case. It's crucial to attend all scheduled meetings. You can tell the social worker about your thoughts of running away, they're there to help. It's best to discuss this with a legal advisor.
Also since yesterday my dad has been making jokes about everything he thinks that this is a joke that cps is involved
It seems like your dad's behavior is a concern for you. Have you communicated your feelings to him or any other responsible adult? Also, has his behavior been brought to the attention of CPS or your social worker?
Yeah i told my aunts and my grandma about how he's been acting
It's important to keep your support system informed. If you feel comfortable, consider sharing your concerns with the CPS and social worker as well. They can provide guidance based on your situation.
Can i ask my social worker if i can live somewhere else?
Yes, you can definitely discuss this with your social worker. They are there to ensure your safety and well-being. It's important to express your feelings and concerns honestly.
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