Q: Im 17 years old will be 18 in december and my dad has custody of me, Can i run away?

A: Can you runaway? Sure, but if you do and your father calls law enforcement they will likely find you and force you back (especially if you are still in school). If you refuse, it likely won't be fun for you - I hear tasers don't feel good at all. So basically by running away you'd just be selfishly wasting everyone's time. So your best bet is to just keep your mouth shut, keep your head down and deal with it until you turn 18 - then leave. That's a mere 7 months - its a hockey season besides if there were anything to your allegations of 'abuse' DSS would have removed you.

A: You can leave and go to your mother's. However, the police may suggest that you return, and will certainly encourage your mother to encourage you to do the same (since he has custody); however, they can't make you. Your mother could file a Motion to Modify Custody, and at least get it filed with the court, so that if your father tries to hold her in contempt for violating any court order, she'll have already filed to modify the order. You do not have to fear that a law enforcement officer will use a taser on you, so long as you are not a threat to anyone within your reach at the time. Do what you need to to stay safe, but don't use this as an excuse to go to mom's and do whatever you want. Show that you responsible and that the only reason you left was because you did not feel safe (ie., stay in school, etc.).