Denver, CO asked in Adoption, Domestic Violence, Family Law and Juvenile Law for Colorado

Q: 15 homeschooled I live with an abusive mother and my father is dead, I dont have family that would let me live with them

The only person that would be willing to take care of me is my mother's ex boyfriend. Ive tried contacting relatives but they turned me away. My mother tells them that im all these things that im really not. Please, is there any way you could help?

1 Lawyer Answer
Tristan Kenyon Schultz
Tristan Kenyon Schultz
Answered
  • Family Law Lawyer
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • Licensed in Colorado

A: You can contact CPS (Child Protective Services). Be aware the abuse must be significant. Also, if abuse is found and you are removed, but no family member will take you in, you would be placed in foster case.

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