Q: How to file a beyond parental control petition for a dangerous child in Kentucky?
How do I go about filing a beyond parental control petition in Kentucky? My son poses a danger to himself, his siblings, and his parents. He is suicidal and homicidal, with numerous hospitalizations for mental instability. Despite receiving outpatient services from a therapist and psychiatrist, as well as multiple inpatient stays, his aggressive behavior continues. We frequently have to call law enforcement because he threatens to harm us, or we have to hide to stay safe during his aggressive episodes. There are no current court orders, and I am seeking a legal way to ensure our safety.
A: Go to the District court Clerk’s Office in your county to file the beyond control petition.
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