if this 16 yr old has divorce parents and runs away from the parent that has custody to the one that doesnt, what will happen? he'll get in trouble, but this was all on his free will, so the other parent cant really get in trouble, but what might happen?
2007-10-03 14:20:00 · 10 answers · asked by USER 3 in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
If the custodial parent pushes the issue, they can have the cops show up at the noncustodial parent's house and have them "forceably" given back ... the better way is to have the noncustodial parent file a petition to change custody and ask the judge to listen to the 16 year olds wishes / experiences.
2007-10-03 14:23:41 · answer #1 · answered by Wildflower 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the non-custodial parent "has to" take you back home to the custodial parent until theres a change of order giving the non-custodial parent custody of you .. which at 16 you could have a say in front of the judge to which parent u want to live with. The non-custodial parent could get into alot of trouble if they do not return the 16 yr old back over to the custodial parent in a timely fashion..until its legally change to be otherwise..
2007-10-03 21:26:43 · answer #2 · answered by brwneyedgrl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The non custodial parent can have the kid picked up and brought back home unless there is some allegation of abuse. The non custodial parent needs to make a motion to change custody ASAP. At this point the child is old enough to decide where he/she wants to live. It may still be up to the courts, but usually they listen to kids this age.
2007-10-03 21:34:04 · answer #3 · answered by ♦justme♦ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your parents will both certainly spank you if not outright ground you all together, but your non-residential parent could possibly be sanctioned for interfering with a custodial order, should he/she not return you to the residential parent in a timely fashion. You as a child may either petition the court yourself or have one of your parents petition the court to appoint a GAL to the case. The GAL works as an advocate for the child and helps determine custody and visitation schedules in the child's best interest. Sadly, children are considered property until they reach the age of maturity in the state in which they reside.
2007-10-03 21:26:02 · answer #4 · answered by maggieeld 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I think by the age of 16, most courts will allow the kids to decide who they want to stay with. There comes a point in time that you can not physically force an older child to visit or live with a certain parent.
2007-10-03 21:25:20 · answer #5 · answered by KC 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
in most states the court will let a child choose at age 13 but the noncustodial parent will have to take it to court
2007-10-03 21:35:12 · answer #6 · answered by sweetcavebaby 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A. running away is never the answer.
B. If you are 16 you can choose where you want to live be brave and speak up.
2007-10-03 21:40:14 · answer #7 · answered by lucidwillow 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
@ 16 you should have a choice.
Make it a good one cuz boucing back and forth is crazy.
Tell the parent you want to live with and they can help you get it fixed up.
has to go through the courts but it does not take very long.
Or both parent could agree and fix it that way.
Talk to them..... get them to put it in writing....
good luck
2007-10-03 21:27:26 · answer #8 · answered by bigthinker 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
until you are 18
you have no free will
and yes it reflects badly on the parent who has custody
2007-10-03 21:23:46 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
i think that the one that does not have custody gets a lawyer and gets it. that is how it works. they are old enough to decide and therefore i think its a matter of paperwork.
2007-10-03 21:27:17 · answer #10 · answered by Tsunami 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋