Summary
Verbal or emotional abuse, including threats to send a child to boot camp or a mental hospital, can be considered child abuse in South Carolina. Forcing a child to participate in activities they dislike isnt illegal but can be distressing. Physical harm that leaves a mark, such as being grabbed and bruised, can be considered child abuse. If a parent knowingly allows another adult to harm a child, it could be considered neglect. For emancipation, you must be at least 16 and demonstrate your ability to manage personal and financial affairs. Parental objection to employment may be considered. If youre under 18, your parent or guardian has a say in your employment unless youre emancipated. Consult a local attorney for personalized advice.Full Conversation
miley
Hello Miley, it seems there might have been a mistake in your response. Could you please provide more details about the legal issue you need assistance with?
my mom threatens me that shes going to send me to juvie boot camps and the mental hospital all the time does that count as abuse
Hello Mikey, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. The definition of abuse can vary depending on your location. Could you please tell me where you are located so I can provide more accurate information?
south carolina
I'm sorry you're going through this, Mikey. In South Carolina:
- Verbal or emotional abuse can be considered a form of child abuse
- Threats to send you to a boot camp or mental hospital may fall under this category.
Please reach out to a trusted adult or contact the South Carolina Department of Social Services Child Protective Services at (*) *-*.
my mom forces me to play softball
Hello Mikey, I understand your concern. In South Carolina:
- Forcing a child to participate in an activity they dislike isn't illegal.
- However, if this is causing you distress, it's advisable to discuss your feelings with a trustworthy adult or counselor.
my mom let my grandfather grab me by my arms and scream in my face as i was telling him he was hurting my arms he didnt stop yelling at me and left bruise
I'm really sorry to hear you're experiencing this, Mikey. In South Carolina:
- Physical harm that leaves a mark can be considered child abuse.
- You should report this to a trusted adult or to the South Carolina Department of Social Services Child Protective Services at (*) *-*.
does my mom letting my grandfather do that count as neglect
Hello Mikey, in South Carolina:
- If a parent knowingly allows another adult to physically harm a child, it could be considered neglect.
- It's important to report this. You can call the South Carolina Department of Social Services Child Protective Services at (*) *-*.
my mom wont let me get a job how could i tell the court that if i want to be emancipated
Hello Mikey, in South Carolina:
- To pursue emancipation, you must be at least *.
- You should demonstrate your ability to manage your personal and financial affairs.
- Parental objection to employment may be considered.
Consider consulting with a local attorney for advice.
can my mom control where i work
In South Carolina:
- If you're under *, your parent or guardian has a say in your employment.
- This changes if you're emancipated, as you'll have the legal rights of an adult.
- Consult a local attorney for personalized advice.