14 Run Away...

[dra.navarro]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? California

I have a 14 year old daugther that was living with her mother since 3 years ago, I haven't seen her in this period of time, and only had contact through e-mails. I have paid child support in timely matter. She has bipolar disease. Lately she's been getting in a lot of trouble with the police. Just found out today (not by her mother) that she has an arrest warrant for not apearing in court twice for a some problem she had with the police (not sure what exatly she did). I also found out today that she was placed on a group home on November because her mother's house was not suitable for her, and when placed there, she run away. I spoke today with her mother and she was not willing to accept help finding her. I have to attend personal matters out of the country, and my flight departs in two days. By Law her mother and I have 50/50 legar custody. My question is, should I cancel my flight and wait to see what happens?, what options do I have? What are your recommendations in this case?

 

[CdwJava]

I suppose the answer depends on whether you are concerned or not about the welfare of your child. Since you appear to have had very little involvement in her life to date that her latest shenanigans are likely to have little future impact on your life.

If you feel that now is the time to step up, take charge, and get involved with what is happening, go right ahead. If you are really only wondering what your legal and financial exposure is, then you might as well get on the plane and go since you likely have very little to worry about if they have not come after you yet to help out in your daughter's situation.

 

[Ohiogal]

I suppose the answer depends on whether you are concerned or not about the welfare of your child. Since you appear to have had very little involvement in her life to date that her latest shenanigans are likely to have little future impact on your life.

If you feel that now is the time to step up, take charge, and get involved with what is happening, go right ahead. If you are really only wondering what your legal and financial exposure is, then you might as well get on the plane and go since you likely have very little to worry about if they have not come after you yet to help out in your daughter's situation.

how nicely said. I would not have been that nice. But you can't force parents to actually PARENT. The fact that he has to ask if he should cancel the flight when his daughter has run away? Oh okay.

 

[stealth2]

This just boggles the mind. Your CHILD is MISSING, and you need to ask strangers on the Internet whether it's okay for you to go abroad in two days?

Just unbelievable.