New York, NY asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Juvenile Law for New York

Q: Is it possible that if one of your children supposedly tested positive for methamphetamine and you not be charged

One of my children supposedly tested positive for methamphetamine but I was never charged or convicted for child abuse and neglect because it couldn't be proved that it was me the reason she tested positive but my kids are still in foster care. how is that. Things just don't make sense or add up. DCs also tried for me to sign permanent guardianship over outside of a courtroom. Also I live in Tennessee.

1 Lawyer Answer
Lawrence Allen Weinreich
Lawrence Allen Weinreich
Answered
  • Divorce Lawyer
  • Garden City, NY
  • Licensed in New York

A: If you live in Tennessee you should post this in that state.

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