I have a 14 year old son who is being bullied by a kid his age. Many threats in various forms, which is effecting his school and social life. I am a single mum and this kid is not listening to the school or to his peers and is continuing the threats of violence. Can you take out a restraining order on a teenager? I guess it sounds a little extreme, but I'm seeing such a once outgoing nice natured kid become withdrawn and a loner. Just anyone have any ideas on what I can do? The school can't do much as the child has been suspended, but that won't help outside of school hours.
2007-12-24 01:15:53 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
The school is very aware of the situation as my son skipped alot of school unbeknown to me initially. He has one terrific teacher who shows alot of concern and has driven my son home a few times as he has been terrified. She also visited him at my home to speak to him about it. The school is trying to get this kids parents up to the school to discuss the childs suspension but the parents haven't bothered in attending, hence the reason the child is still suspended. I did speak to another childs mum who knows the bully and did have a chat with him for me, however that seemed to inflame the situation, my son is worried about repercussions of any action I take, however its getting to where I need to override his wishes to put an end to it. I have collected threats from the mailbox and also screen caps from the internet and also the school knows of the issue. I feel like I am failing him as a parent and protector. My son is small in stature which is makes him an easy target.
2007-12-24 01:45:10 · update #1
You most certainly can! I suggest a safety transfer to another school along with order of protection. School is liable they can help outside of school they just choose not to. In the meantime document everything and follow the chain of command and request to speak with person who oversee the schools in your community if you have to involve the media.Your child is entitled to an education without all these unnecessary distractions. Did you have a parent conference with other parents? Did you call the police concerning this matter? If you did have them sit in on conference with the other family.Have your son talk to school guidance counselors they'll help regarding this matter.
Update:My advice to you is to call the police and social services on the other parent as well as making a formal complaint on the school.You are not a failure just don't give up no matter how frustrated you become.Either get your son out of the school or request the other kid be removed you have plenty of proof for either one.Based on what you wrote you can have the other kid arrested for aggravating harassment and that is grounds for removal from the school. I'm not surprised the school is ignoring this hot potato but someone is going to face disciplinary action.What state are you in or school district I'll google it and help you out.Do not involve another person to speak to anyone child without their parent being present or you can get into trouble.
2007-12-24 01:31:34 · answer #1 · answered by Aphreakywuman 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
yes u need 2 call and get the police involved. I had the same kind of problem with my younger son and the first time the police came out he warned the little boy the second time they pressed charges against the little boy the third time he did time in juvenile system and they told him he couldn't come so close 2 him or he would be back in jail. but u must get them involved so they know its a problem u been trying 2 fix 4 a while and u don't have no where else 2 turn 2
2007-12-24 01:25:31 · answer #2 · answered by Mrs.Spruill!! 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes you have every right to take out a restraining order on this **** kid who has been bullying your son.
If you get the police involved they can also put strict curfews (eg. must be at home between 5pm and 7am and no leaving home without your parents supervision) and put a tracking device on this defective kid for at least a few years.
If this kid disobeys the order then the police can throw him in juvenile hall.
2007-12-26 23:42:22 · answer #3 · answered by Kenny G 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I dont think you can take out a restraining order on a teenager who is under 18 years old. But if you talk to the police, there is a way in which you can put some sort of order on the parent of the teenager so that if the teenager keeps bothering your child, action will be taken on the parent and the teenager.
2007-12-24 01:25:20 · answer #4 · answered by Sazz 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
The answer is yes you can, Have you spoken to the boys parents? Would that help? If he has been suspended, then he isn't at the school right?
The answer that they will not help outside of school hours is a cop out but you have to live with that.
Call the police and let them handle it.....I wouldn't wait either.
2007-12-24 01:36:18 · answer #5 · answered by Emme 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The only way 4 the kid to get the message is to take action or else, he will keep doing it. This bully is problably a big fat jerk with no friends and just looking for attention b/c he has nothing better to do. Let your kid get back to his niormal life.
2007-12-24 01:22:00 · answer #6 · answered by Regina Thunderpants 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely get a restraining order on this kid. He's going to keep pushing his limits otherwise. Do what you have to do to protect your son.
2007-12-24 01:28:44 · answer #7 · answered by gogogadgetlonglegs 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, for the reason that he hasn't made any violent threats or committed any violent acts against you. you are able to consult from a college counselor in case you sense bullied or you are able to ask your father and mom to speak to them. you are able to desire to continually attempt to locate a thank you to fulfill with bill by myself, like in counselor's workplace, and then ask him if he has a challenge with you and spot in case you are able to artwork out the themes.
2016-10-09 03:28:41 · answer #8 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you sure can. And I think that you should really do that becuase his behavior isnt healthy for your child or anyone elses.
2007-12-24 01:25:16 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes- take out a restraining order
2007-12-24 01:20:27 · answer #10 · answered by bronzebabekentucky 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋