What Are My Chances Of Moving Back With My Mom At 16? Or My Mom Regaining Custody Of Me?
PLEASE READ‼️ I’m 16, my mom had custody of me until i was 11, my dad made me move with him so he could have full custody. I’ve wanted to leave ever since, my dad would/does get mad if i talk to my mom although it says nowhere in the court documents that i am not allowed to talk to her or anything, he is VERY emotionally abusive and a big manipulator, he’s physically abused me twice (ik that isn’t much but it’s something), and he has openly admit to not wanting a relationship with me; he’s just doing what the government wants him to do (give me healthcare, education, food, etc). So basically, I am very unhappy here, I want to feel like i’m actually with a family, not just some roommate you only talk to when you need to. My mom has consulted several lawyers and found a good one in my area (she lives 2 hours away from me), she’s working on getting the retainer for him (about $500 away), and once she does we hope to get the ball rolling. I don’t know if this means anything but i will be turning 17 in may. Regardless, I’m scared it will all go to shit, that the judge will think i’m just some bratty teen, and i will have to stay with my dad, which i honestly don’t think i will be able to handle. Please anyone, let me know. it is consuming me with the thought that i’ll have to be here any longer, makes me sick to my stomach, i just can’t be here, please. there’s so much more to the situation but this isn’t a therapy session i just need advice ????☹️
Edit: I forgot to mention, but back in oct DCFS did get involved due to the physical violence and i was afraid to go home, but they did nothing. Cops came for a separate matter as well but they said they agree it’s a really shitty situation but it’s all up to DCFS. I’d also like the mention that when DCFS came i told them about dates and description of the abuse, but my dad lied so hard out of his ass (hence the manipulation part), and just says “you can believe whatever you want to believe”.
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