Asked in Civil Rights and Criminal Law for Virginia

Q: What can be done about a house guest taking my under age daughter with him to purchase/ use drugs without my knowledge

The police say her word against his. However he had a prior possession charge and the house my daughter can return to is on a narcotic watch list for dealing

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1 Lawyer Answer
Gary D. Godman
Gary D. Godman
Answered
  • Stafford, VA
  • Licensed in Virginia

A: You need to contact the police if you haven't already done so. You also need to kick out this house guest before you and he end up charged with felony child abuse and/or contributing to the delinquency of a minor. If your child is leaving the home without your permission, consider speaking with Child Protective Services for assistance in putting an end to that habit.

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