If you have concerns about your child’s safety, you have an obligation to pursue relief.
First, if you believe your child is contemplating a suicide attempt right now, call 911.
Teenagers can spiral out of control very quickly, and a teen with suicidal ideation or mental illness may require hospitalization and medication to get back on track.
From a legal perspective, if you believe your former spouse is neglecting your teenager’s welfare, you should ask a judge to intervene on an emergency basis.
Seeking full custody of your child so you can better supervise them and provide them with more tools to help, like counseling or hospitalization, may be the best choice you can make for your child.
The attorneys at Friedman & Rochester work with families who are dealing with extremely difficult situations with their children, and work to find solutions that help everyone.
But when a child is in danger and a parent isn’t appropriately concerned, we present a forceful case for the other parent to make the important decisions that can make the difference.
Call us today at 585-484-7432 for a free, immediate consultation with an experienced Rochester child custody attorney.