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Hey everyone, I could really use some advice here. So, my husband left our home because of his alcoholism and aggressive behavior, but he left his children with me. Here’s the situation:
– He’s paying the mortgage, but his 16-year-old daughter is becoming violent and accusing me of abuse.
– I don’t have legal guardianship over her and I don’t want her living with me anymore.
– He refuses to take her back as long as he’s paying the mortgage.
Do any of you know if there’s anything I can do legally to make him take her out of the house? Any advice or suggestions would be greatly appreciated! 🤔🤷♀️ Thank you in advance!
Who is listed as the owner of the house on the deed?
Also get a good divorce lawyer – even if you’re not ready to divorce- to learn about your legal rights and how to protect yourself financially
Call child protective services. This may all result in the children being placed in foster care and you losing your home in a divorce matter, particularly if you are not able to pay for it with your own income.
But you can certainly get those children out of your hair.
Where is their mother?
In Oregon I would look at the Family Assessment Program (FAP). If they feel it necessary they (or you) can file a Person in Need of Supervision (PINS) petition.
Are there any family or friends that could help?