AboutJeff Laatsch Expertise WA Law with respect to family court issues: order to show cause/notice of motions, establishing or modification of an order, custody, visitation, child support, parenting schedules, mediation, preparations and filings of all documents: International relocation experience: Create a win/win/win situation between Mom-Children-Dad...
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Expert: Jeff Laatsch Date: 7/22/2008 Subject: Minor Child Runaway with child
Question My minor daughter 17(18 next march)....left our home with her baby...what rights do we have as grandparents and are we responsible for her actions as a minor is she is unruly and will not return?
Answer Rosa:
DISCLAIMER:
I AM NOT A LAWYER or ATTORNEY. I am someone who has experience with family law issues, and am sharing my OPINION only. For the exact law as it pertains to your specific case contact a Professional Attorney in your area/county.
Until she reaches the age of 18 years of age she is not considered an adult in most states: You could call the police and report her as a run away AND get clarification with reference to the age in your state when a child is considered an adult.
Now since she is a minor runaway with said child this should get the attention of the police department especially for the well being of said child in her care. I would recommend contacting the police department as soon as possible to check.
One other note, you need to ensure that Mom/minor child who has had a child has a Child Support Order and Parenting Plan in place for said child in her care: Make sure the child support order is enforced and that the support payment is collected. This will ensure in part a good future for said child.
Contact a Professional Attorney for further help: Most Attorneys offer 1/2 free consultation time to discuss case and payment options.
