Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

Abused teenager

If a 16 yr old is being abused by an out of control mother, can she get out of the house?


Asked on 5/31/08, 6:05 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Brent Rose The Orsini & Rose Law Firm

Re: Abused teenager

To rephrase your question, "Can she legally run away?" The answer is no. But she doesn't have to take the abuse. She should report it to DCF and to the local police or sheriff's department.

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Answered on 6/01/08, 10:39 am


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