Q: 13 year old in abusive household in OK run away accross state lines to live with family in Kansas if DHS is notified?
13 year old brother, mentally and emotionally abusive household has been reported to CPS multiple times. The child is depressed and has suicidal ideation directly correlated to abuse from mother. Can he run away to his older sister in Kansas, as long as she notifies DHS within 12 hours?
A: A 13 year old run away is not the best solution. Meet with an attorney to discuss a guardianship if the parents are truely unfit. Immediately report any abuse to the authorities.
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