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Im being charged in belmont county ohio court for endangering children ORC: *.* M1
What were the circumstances leading to this charge?

For general information, ORC *.* M1 is a first-degree misdemeanor in Ohio, punishable by up to 6 months in jail and/or a $*,* fine.
i let my daughter go play at a friend's house. While she was their her and her friend decided to ride their bikes to the docks and swim in the river. She recked her bike and her friend left her and someone called the police to bring her home. I was unaware of her being their and believed she was at the friends house the whole time.
Did you give your daughter permission to go to the docks or was this completely unknown to you?

For general information, ORC *.* M1 in Ohio involves creating a substantial risk to the health or safety of a child.
It was absolutely unknown to me! I thought she was still at the friends house
Did anyone witness that you were unaware of your daughter's whereabouts? For general information, witness testimony can be crucial in such cases.
My 10 year old son was home with me and was here when the police brought her home. It's basically a case were instead of telling her friend she is absolutely NOT Allowed to go past a certain point and coming directly home she decides to do whatever she wants
Did your son hear the conversation where you instructed your daughter about her boundaries? This could be important for your case.
Yes he did. They both have the same boundaries of were they can and can not go and what they can and can not do.
Did your son hear you specifically tell your daughter not to go to the docks?
Yes
What is the age of your daughter? This information can be crucial as the law may vary depending on the age of the child.
She is 8 years old
Did you inform the friend's parents about the boundaries for your daughter?
Yes i did
Did the friend's parents confirm that they were aware of these boundaries?

For general information, communication with other adults responsible for your child's safety can be a significant factor in your case.
Yes they did, their child is not alowed their either
What actions have the friend's parents taken since the incident occurred?
None that i know of. I did call and talk to the friends father and he said he will talk to his son about it. Sence then i have not allowed her to go their
Did you document your conversation with the friend's father or any other related communication?

For general information, documented evidence can be crucial in legal proceedings.
No i did not
Did you inform the police about the friend's parents being aware of the boundaries?
Yes they know the boundaries. I also have a cps case now because of it.
What is the current status of your CPS case?
It's an open case
What actions have been taken in the CPS case so far?
They called me Saturday and someone came by the house Tuesday morning
What was the outcome of the CPS visit on Tuesday?
We talked about everything that happend and the lady gave me a drug test for some reason idk why they said they will have some behavioral specialists contact me
What was the result of the drug test?
I have no idea.. but i Absolutely do NOT do illegal drugs or abuse prescription ones. I smoke cigarettes and drink a couple beers after work with dinner.
Did the CPS officer provide any information about the next steps in your case?
They absolutely did not! They said to pay attention to my E-mail for the contact info for the behavioral health people
Did you receive any email from the behavioral health people as mentioned by the CPS officer?
No i have not
Have you considered seeking legal representation for your case?
I have but i can not afford any good legal representation. My kids and i struggle day to day month to month to keep our apartment and pay bills
Have you looked into free or low-cost legal aid services in your area? They might be able to provide some assistance.
Thats what im try to do and need help with. Somone other than a court apointed lawyer that doesn't care about the case
No i have not.
What is the date of your next court hearing or CPS meeting?
The summons idicates a court date of *:* am on */*/* at the Belmont county court Eastern Division ST. CLAIRSVILLE OHIO
*/*/* at *:* am
What is the exact address of the court where your hearing will take place?
Belmont county court eastern division * national road st.clairsville ohio *
What is the name of your assigned public defender?
I do not have one this will be the firts court date
What is the name of the judge presiding over your case?
Judge David Trouten
What is the age of your son who witnessed the conversation about boundaries?
10 years old
What is the name of your daughter's friend's father who you communicated the boundaries to?
Robbie burgy
What was the exact conversation you had with Robbie Burgy about the boundaries for your daughter?
I called him and told him the police brought my daughter home bc his son and my daughter we down at the docks were she is not supposed be while i believed she was at your house playing with your son
Did Robbie Burgy acknowledge that he was aware of the boundaries you set for your daughter?
Yes he is fully aware of the boundaries
What was the response of Robbie Burgy when you informed him about the incident?
He said oh my son was down their yesterday too so I'll talk to him about it
He said he will talk to his son about it
No response
None
Hello
What
He had no response
He did not care
What actions have you taken since the incident to ensure your daughter's safety?
I have kept her at home and not allowed her to go out or have friends
What is the reason for not allowing your daughter to have friends?
I can not trust her to be were she tells me she will be
Did you communicate this new rule to your daughter and did she understand the reason behind it?
I have communicated it several times to her. This is not the first incident were she was brought home from were she was not supposed to be. She believes my rules do not apply to her
What steps have you taken to ensure your daughter understands and follows the rules you've set for her safety?
I have taken away her bike several times, i have grounded her to the house, I have taken away tv phone and games as well. She still does not care
What other measures have you considered to ensure your daughter's safety and compliance with the rules?
Their are no other measures i can take
Have you considered seeking professional help like a child psychologist or a counselor to help your daughter understand the importance of rules and boundaries?
Yes that is what was discussed with the lady from cps
What was the outcome of the discussion with the CPS lady about seeking professional help like a child psychologist or counselor for your daughter?
The would contact me through email
Have you received any email or contact from the child psychologist or counselor as discussed with the CPS officer?
No i hav not
What is your email address to ensure you're checking the correct one for communication from CPS and the behavioral health specialists?
****dinges1@gmail.com
What is the name of the CPS officer handling your case?
It is Annika i believe
What was the exact date and time of the incident that led to the charges?
July 29th *
What is the name of the police officer who responded to the incident and brought your daughter home?
He did not give his name or badge number it was the Bellaire ohio police department
Did you file a complaint or report about the officer not providing his name or badge number?
No i did not i was to upset about the situation
What is the name of the friend your daughter was supposed to be with when the incident occurred?
Carter burgy
What is the age of Carter Burgy, your daughter's friend?
He is 8 years old as well
What is the contact information of Carter Burgy's parents?
The last number i had for him was * other than that we communicated through Facebook messaging
Did you inform the police about the conversation you had with Carter Burgy's father regarding the boundaries for your daughter?
Yes i did
What is the name of the police officer who responded to the incident and brought your daughter home?
Again he did not provide his name
Did you file a complaint or report about the officer not providing his name or badge number?
No i did not
What is the name of the CPS officer handling your case?
Annika
What is the name of the behavioral specialist that the CPS officer mentioned would contact you?
She did not provide any names
What is the name of the CPS agency handling your case?
Belmont country child protective services
Belmont country child protective services.
What is the current status of your case with Belmont County Child Protective Services?
It is an open case
Open
It is an open case.
What steps have been taken by Belmont County Child Protective Services since the case was opened?
A home visit.
What was discussed during the home visit by Belmont County Child Protective Services?
They brought up the incident asked for the friends information and said they will contact the friends parent and provide me with fore mentioned services.
What was the outcome of the home visit by Belmont County Child Protective Services?
They said they will have a different agency contact me via call or email to help get the children in line.
What is the name of the agency that Belmont County Child Protective Services mentioned would contact you?
Kendall i do believe.
What is the full name of the agency "Kendall" that Belmont County Child Protective Services mentioned would contact you?
That is all the information i was provided by cps.
What is the full name and contact details of the CPS officer handling your case?
Her name is Annika and phone number is *
Annika
Annika *.
What is the full name of your daughter and son?
Sylas walter mills Eliza Naomi mills.
Sylas mills and eliza mills
Sylas and eliza mills.
Eliza mills
What is the current status of your case with Belmont County Child Protective Services?
Open case.
Its an open case.
It's an open case
Open
What is the current status of your case with Belmont County Child Protective Services?
Open
What is the current status of your case with Belmont County Child Protective Services?
It's an open case
Repeat question
What is the current status of your case with Belmont County Child Protective Services?
Open case.