Q: I suck my thumb and my mom started hitting my little sister when I do. Is this abuse illegal?
I'm 13 and I still suck my thumb which my mom doesn't like not one bit so to make me stop she started hitting my 3 year old little sister and even told my older brother to do it when I suck my thumb. I am not doing anything wrong it is only unsanitary. I just want to know if it is illegal or not so I know if I can call the cops about it or not. This is wrong and I don't like it. I have said it before and I will say it again she is not fit to be a mother and should not be one because she doesn't know how to raise her kids correctly. Is this situation illegal or not because I am so done with this.
A: You can report child abuse to CPS and the police. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website, www.AEesq.com. I practice law in CA, NY, MA, and DC in the following areas of law: Business & Contracts, Criminal Defense, Divorce & Child Custody, and Education Law. This answer does not constitute legal advice; make any predictions, guarantees, or warranties; or create any Attorney-Client relationship.
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