Child Endangerment Allegations Raised

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The user reported serious allegations of child endangerment, including sexual and physical abuse, potentially violating Ohio Revised Code 2919.22. The user is considering legal actions under Ohio Revised Code 3109.051(F) for emergency custody modification. The user also expressed concerns about potential parental kidnapping under Ohio Revised Code 2919.23(A)(1). The user observed behavioral changes in the child post-visits, indicating possible mistreatment and grooming by the father. Despite earlier concerns, the user refrained from immediate legal action to avoid escalating the situation and risking the childs safety.

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Can you word this statement June *, *, during a relaxed evening at home, our child revealed to me serious allegations of sexual assault, physical abuse, and inappropriate behavior committed by her father. I immediately reported these allegations to the Department of Social Services (DSS) on June *, * (refer to Exhibits A, B, B.*). In addition to the sexual assaults, she stated, ‘daddy punched me in my chest so I hit him in the face, ‘cause I don’t like that’. She disclosed that during a weekend visitation with her father from June *, * to June *, *, she was made to co-sleep with her father and a woman, whom she was unfamiliar with and just met for the first time May raise concerns under Ohio Revised Code *.*, which deals with endangering children.
On the evening of June *, *, our child confided in me about her father's alleged sexual assault, physical abuse, and inappropriate conduct. I promptly reported these claims to the Department of Social Services on June *, * (see Exhibits A, B, B.*). Along with the sexual assaults, she expressed, 'my father hit me in the chest, so I retaliated by hitting him in the face.' She also disclosed an incident during a weekend visit from June * to June *, *, where she was compelled to share a bed with her father and a stranger. This could potentially violate the Ohio Revised Code *.* concerning child endangerment.
How to better cite Ohio Revised Code *.* in this statement
"On the evening of June *, *, our child confided in me about her father's alleged misconduct, potentially violating Ohio Revised Code *.* (Child Endangering). I promptly reported these claims to the Department of Social Services on June *, * (see Exhibits A, B, B.*). This included physical abuse ('my father hit me in the chest, so I retaliated...') and a forced co-sleeping incident with a stranger during a weekend visit from June * to June *, *."
So this entire paragraph is of incidents fall under child endangerment?
Yes, the incidents described potentially fall under child endangerment as per Ohio Revised Code *.*. This includes alleged physical abuse and inappropriate sleeping arrangements. It's advisable to consult with a legal professional to understand the full implications.
Does sexual abuse fall under this code?
Yes, sexual abuse can fall under Ohio Revised Code *.* (B)(*), which specifies "administering corporal punishment or other physical disciplinary measure, or physically restraining the child in a cruel manner or for a prolonged period," which can include sexual abuse.
Does grooming a child fall under this legal citation
Yes, grooming could potentially be considered under Ohio Revised Code *.* (B)(*) if it results in mental harm to the child. However, it's best to consult a legal professional for a clear understanding.
So because most of the incidents in the motion are child endangerment allegations could I just reference the Ohio Revised Code *.* in the closing of the motion like this as possible father's alleged misconduct, aforementioned potentially violating Ohio Revised Code *.* (Child Endangering)
Yes, you can reference the Ohio Revised Code *.* in your closing as you outlined. However, it's crucial to consult with a legal professional to ensure you're presenting your case effectively.
How would I include it in this closing statement: Since the serious allegations of sexual and physical abuse came to light on June *, *, the child has largely been in my care, with no further visits to the father due to these reported incidents. Given these circumstances, I respectfully petition the court for an emergency custody order, in the best interest and protection of our child. I also request the court, considering the allegations and evidence of an unsafe environment, to suspend the father's visitation rights as per Ohio Revised Code Section *.*(F), which allows for an emergency custody modification in potentially harmful situations.
You could include it like this: "Considering the allegations potentially violating Ohio Revised Code *.* (Child Endangering), I respectfully petition the court for an emergency custody order, under Ohio Revised Code Section *.*(F), in the best interest and protection of our child."
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"Since the serious allegations of sexual and physical abuse, potentially violating Ohio Revised Code *.* (Child Endangering), came to light on June *, *, the child has largely been in my care, with no further visits to the father due to these reported incidents. Given these circumstances, I respectfully petition the court for an emergency custody order under Ohio Revised Code Section *.*(F), in the best interest and protection of our child."
Is this legal citation herin correct Since the serious allegations of sexual and physical abuse came to light on June *, *, the child has largely been in my care, with no further visits to the father due to these reported incidents. Given these circumstances, and considering the allegations potentially violate Ohio Revised Code *.* (Child Endangering), I respectfully petition the court for an emergency custody order, in the best interest and protection of our child. I also request the court, considering the allegations and evidence of an unsafe environment, to suspend the father's visitation rights as per Ohio Revised Code Section *.*(F), which allows for an emergency custody modification in potentially harmful situations.
Yes, the legal citation in your statement appears correct. It references Ohio Revised Code *.* (Child Endangering) and *.*(F) (Emergency Custody Modification). However, it's recommended to consult a legal professional to ensure accuracy.
How would you write this
"Given the serious allegations of sexual and physical abuse, potentially in violation of Ohio Revised Code *.* (Child Endangering), that emerged on June *, *, the child has primarily been in my custody. Given these circumstances, I respectfully urge the court to issue an emergency custody order for the child's best interest and protection. Considering the allegations and evidence of an unsafe environment, I also request the suspension of the father's visitation rights in accordance with Ohio Revised Code Section *.*(F), which permits emergency custody modification in potentially harmful situations."
Thank you
You're welcome! If you have any more questions or need further clarification, feel free to ask. Remember, it's always best to consult with a legal professional for advice tailored to your specific situation.
*. On July *, * during a supervised FaceTime call, our child disclosed to the father ‘bad things happen at your house,’ to which the father responded, ‘don’t tell anybody bad things happen to you when you are at daddy’s house.’ On that same call, the father asked his eldest daughter to greet our child, but she did not say a word and just stood there. The eldest daughter's unresponsive behavior during the call, plus the disclosure from the father to our child of the eldest daughter’s expressed wishes to return home to Cleveland, after having been in Charlotte for a short period, are both concerning. Furthermore on June *, * during a supervised FaceTime call, the father told our child that he intended to transport her across State lines from North Carolina to Ohio without my agreement. His intentions, combined with his history of inappropriate behavior, raises serious concerns about potential parental kidnapping as per Ohio Revised Code *.*(A)(*).
"On July *, *, during a supervised FaceTime call, our child revealed to the father 'unpleasant experiences at your house.' The father responded, 'Don't disclose any unpleasant experiences from my house to anyone.' In the same call, the father's eldest daughter, who had a brief stay in Charlotte and expressed a desire to return to Cleveland, was unresponsive to our child, raising concerns. Moreover, on June *, *, the father expressed his intention to transport our child across state lines without my consent, implying potential parental kidnapping, possibly violating Ohio Revised Code *.*(A)(*)."
Can you try and reword similar to mine
"During a supervised FaceTime call on July *, *, our child voiced concerns about 'negative occurrences at your residence.' The father's response was, 'Refrain from sharing unpleasant experiences from my house.' In that same call, the eldest daughter, who had a brief stay in Charlotte and wished to return to Cleveland, did not respond to our child, which is worrying. Furthermore, the father revealed his plans to transport our child across state borders without my consent on June *, *. This, along with his past inappropriate behavior, raises fears of potential parental abduction in violation of Ohio Revised Code *.*(A)(*)."
Additionally, I observed increasing signs of potential mistreatment from her father, as seen in our child's altered behavior post-visits. She demonstrated anger, aggression, and occasional reluctance to attend visits, often asking, 'mommy, can you come with me.' And now, given her accounts of abuse (sexual, physical, emotional), unsettling behaviors I've noticed, and remarks from the eldest daughter, I suspect the father may be grooming our child. Despite increasing unsettling concerns, prior to the serious sex and physical abuse allegations, I refrained from taking immediate legal action in fears of the court potentially dismissing his actions as ‘play’ and due to fear of further escalating the situation and risking our child’s safety. I prioritized maintaining a careful watch over our child’s interactions with her father in an attempt to safeguard her.