Supervised Contact Violation Concerns

Summary

Generally, supervised contact requires the parent to be present. In Fife, Scotland, leaving the child with others can violate the agreement. If there are concerns about child abuse, report to the local Child Protection Committee. If the current arrangement is not in the childs best interest, you can ask the court to reconsider. Seek a second opinion if you disagree with your lawyers advice.

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Hi, my child's parent is currently on * weeks supervised contact with my child, but he has left my child with family rather than be at contact himself. Is this allowed?
Hello ****. Generally, supervised contact means the parent must be present. However, specific terms depend on your custody agreement. Can you inform us of your location to provide more precise information?
Fife
Hello ****. In Fife, Scotland, generally:
- Supervised contact means the parent should be present.
- Leaving the child with others against the agreement can be a violation.
Please review your custody agreement or consult with a lawyer for specific advice.
The supervision is because my child says he was abused by his father.
Hello ****, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. In Scotland, if there are concerns about child abuse, you should report this to your local Child Protection Committee. They can take necessary steps to ensure your child's safety. This might also affect the custody agreement.
And generally acts put and gurts himslef after contact and this is why it is changed to supervised for this time
Hello ****, this is a serious matter. If your child is self-harming, it's crucial to seek immediate help. In Scotland, you can reach out to the Childline at * *. They provide immediate assistance and advice. Also, inform your local Child Protection Committee about these incidents.
i did go through proper steps but my son woukd not disclose full abuse and it wasn't investigated very well. The jidge did still agree that ai had right to concerns and made this * week arrangement.
Hello ****, I understand your concern. If you believe the current arrangement is not in the best interest of your child, you can ask the court to reconsider. It might be helpful to have professional assessments or evidence to support your case. You may want to consult a family lawyer.
Thankyou, i do have a lawyer, but he seems to think it's ok for my sons father to not be at contact, but i dont feel this fits with the reason for the supervision.
Hello ****, if you disagree with your lawyer's advice, you can seek a second opinion. You can contact the Law Society of Scotland for free legal advice. Alternatively, you could consider bringing up your concerns about the supervised visitations directly to the court.
I wondered if this was somehting I coukd do, as i felt the court agreed with my reasoning. Thankyou.
Hello ****, yes, you can definitely bring up your concerns directly to the court. It's crucial that the court understands your child's well-being is at risk. Also, consider getting a second opinion from another lawyer. Remember, it's your right to do so.
Thankyou
You're welcome, ****. Don't hesitate to reach out if you need further information. Remember, it's important to prioritize your child's welfare. Best of luck with your situation.
Thankyou
You're welcome, ****. If you have any more questions or need further advice, feel free to reach out. Remember, your child's well-being is paramount. Wishing you all the best in handling this situation.