I do not understand how it is legally acceptable for this parent, someone I know personally, to be allowed custody of her new baby when her older children were taken away from her. I mean in the very least shouldn't she be monitored by CPS to ensure the new child's safety? Does anyone know about this kind of thing?
2007-02-05 06:54:15 · 10 answers · asked by WREAGLE 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
CPS is aware that she has a new child and yet they are not involved in anyway. I don't understand this.
2007-02-05 06:58:52 · update #1
I should also say that the mom seems to have gotten things together for the time being and the baby is in no immediate danger, but still...
2007-02-05 07:00:06 · update #2
My BF is a social worker and deals with this kinda stuff everyday. She says it is sad but the law says the a child can not be removed until abuse of that child has been proven. Even after that the abuser (if it is the mother) still has a good chance of getting her child back. Its sad and scary. All we can do is be observant and report the abuse. It is a sad world we live in.
2007-02-05 07:03:03 · answer #1 · answered by Andrea G 2 · 3⤊ 1⤋
It really depends on the status of the mother as determined by the courts. When, they take away your children, they don't automatically classify you as a "unfit" mother. When they take your children away they do what's called placing your children in protective custody. You are served with papers, that state why the children are being taken and the first court date, that you will have to appear at. It isn't until the third or fourth court date, that the judge decides whether or not, you are a "fit" parent. If she has an "unfit" parent status, they would most likely have already taken the baby already.
2007-02-05 07:24:58 · answer #2 · answered by Aumatra 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Well, if she had her older children taken away from her already, by no means should she be allowed to have more. Sometimes I wonder about how our country is run. I would also contact CPS (to protect her new child) if you are in any way concerned. At least let them know she's had another child. But, it shouldn't take or anyone else to do this, they should already be on top of it! Geez!
2007-02-05 06:59:32 · answer #3 · answered by Xena 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the state laws since CPS was only looking at the older kids and took them out of the house if she hasn't done anything wrong for CPS to get involved that is probably why they aren't getting involved.
2007-02-05 07:02:29 · answer #4 · answered by chiefs fan 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
When it comes to CPS people need to mind their own business!They do a pisspoor job anyway.Some people get the kids taken all the time and then there are the ones that don't need CPS in their life,period. It all boils down to money if u r poor people CPS comes around If your rich they hardly ever bother you or open an investigation.The few that loose their kids are usually on drugs,and can earn them back.There are alot of kids that need to be protected by CPS but all government workers are rumored to be lazy but I do believe it is true of CPS workers they are lazy and useless.
2007-02-05 07:50:59 · answer #5 · answered by Dotr 5 · 4⤊ 1⤋
she might be going under a different name, etc, CPS might not be keeping tabs on her because of the fact they took the other kids away....
I'd call them and let them know--it's anonymous so dont worry about that.
You would feel terrible if something happened to the new baby so call right NOW!
2007-02-05 06:57:41 · answer #6 · answered by Munya Says: DUH! 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you're concerned, contact CPS and make sure they know she's had another baby - they may not be aware of it. She should certainly be monitored.
2007-02-05 06:57:02 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
because until there is a formal complaint filed against her- such as neglect or abuse of the new child, they cant invade her privacy. plus they dont have the man hours or resources to follow up with all of the parents i'm guessing
2007-02-05 07:20:11 · answer #8 · answered by michelle342 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you would think that they would be all over this. maybe you should ask her about it. good luck.
2007-02-05 06:57:22 · answer #9 · answered by littleluvkitty 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
really depends on your state laws!
2007-02-05 06:57:17 · answer #10 · answered by funfeelinfroggy 2 · 1⤊ 2⤋