Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

Hi. I share custody of 6 year old twins with my ex. We are still friends and always put our kids first. Recently, one of my twins told a guest speaker at her school that her 13 year old cousin on her dads side "put a unicorn" in her butt. She has a very wild imagination and after I asked her about it, I knew it was simply not true. She told me it wasnt. A month later a detective went to my childs school without permission and told my daughter she was there to "protect and save her". When i asked my daughter about it she became agitated and mad. She also said the "savior" asked if she had told her Mom about the issue. She told them yes!! Now, the detective is sending BOTH kids to an advocacy center to be interviewed. My kids are my life. They make strait A's, perfect behavior, well supported, happy, and just typical 6 year olds. We live in a nice house and I do not drink, go out, or do anything other than raise my kids. I dont even date because my only priority is my children. I am terrified of someone misunderstanding what my kids are saying! Can i be in the room with them? What should I do? I also have medical records that show how normal and healthy my children are. Please help me. I cant live without my kids. If I thought for a minute my child had been abused in ANY way, I would report it! I am so scared.


Asked on 5/26/12, 8:01 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Veronica Robinson Law Offices of E.F. Robinson, P.A.

The most important thing is that you cooperate with the Department of Children and Families as they conduct their investigation. They will not allow you to be in the room with children when they are interviewed pursuant to Florida Statute. In all probability they will be interviewed by CPT (Child Protection Team). These are professionals who are usually able to tell the difference between a child's imagination and sexual abuse. You must also talk to your ex about the statement to ensure that you are on the same page and the child will be protected (or continue to be protected) from abuse, abandonment or neglect.

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Answered on 5/27/12, 4:38 pm


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