Q: My 17 year old daughter won’t come back to me from her dads.
My ex and I share joint custody of our daughter and recently she has refused to come back to me on my week. My ex isn’t going to make her go back, saying she’s old enough to decide. I do not agree. I can’t just go to my ex’s house and drag her out, can I? What actions can I take from here. And is she old enough by law to stay with her dad, if I do not consent.
A: File a beyond control petition and a motion in the divorce or paternity case for the Court to intervene and help you with her return.
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