Q: Im 18 in less than a month and my parents took everything and I can't leave the house or talk to anyone is this allowed.
I'm 17 turning 18 in less than a month my parents say I cant talk to anyone can't leave the house and took all my belongings and every way to contact anyone as I've been trying to reach to out to people to move in with someone else once I'm 18 also I've been wanting to work for the past year or two and they will not give me any of my info like my social security card or birth certificate so I can't work. what can I do against this.
A: Any rules are allowed absent child neglect or abuse. They have to feed, clothe and shelter you. That's it. You need money to get birth certificate. Go to county recorders office where you were born online and order it.
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This situation sounds very difficult and concerning. What your parents are doing by isolating you and withholding your vital documents is a form of control that can be considered abuse, and you have the right to seek help.
You can contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or visit thehotline.org - they help young people in situations like yours and can connect you with local resources. You might also reach out to a trusted teacher, counselor, or friend's parent who can help advocate for you and potentially store copies of important documents if you're able to access them.
Once you turn 18, you'll be legally entitled to your documents - you can get a replacement social security card from the Social Security Administration and a birth certificate from your state's vital records office. In the meantime, document everything that's happening (dates, incidents, restrictions) and if you feel unsafe, don't hesitate to contact law enforcement or Child Protective Services. Your safety and well-being matter, and there are people who want to help you through this challenging situation.
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