Contesting Voluntary Placement Agreement

Summary

The user, a resident of North Carolina, alleges that she was wrongfully forced into a Voluntary Placement Agreement (VPA) by Child Protective Services (CPS), despite her children being safe. She claims to have evidence in the form of letters and documentation from family and neighbors. She was advised to contest the VPA by requesting a hearing and to report the alleged CPS misconduct to the relevant authorities. She was also directed to local legal aid organizations for further assistance.

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I have been wrongfully forced into a vpa by cps even though my kids were safe
What state are you located in, ****? Different states have different rules regarding Voluntary Placement Agreements (VPAs).
North Carolina
What evidence do you have to support your claim that your children were safe? In North Carolina, VPAs are typically used when CPS believes a child is at risk.
North Carolina
What specific evidence do you have that shows your children were safe at the time of the VPA implementation?
I have all my family and my neighbors who know ,and can testify I have letters and documentation
What is the nature of the letters and documentation you have?
My kids and my husband can tell you we had food we had signed and dated letters from everyone around me
What actions have you taken so far to contest the VPA?
In North Carolina, you can request a hearing to contest a VPA. It's important to have all your evidence organized and ready.
I haven't
What's the reason for not taking any action yet? In North Carolina, you can request a hearing to contest a VPA. It's crucial to act promptly.
I need to speak with a lawyer I need fre legal advice who is my best advocate
What specific area of your case do you need advice on? It will help me provide you with the most relevant information.
My kids were removed via a vpa that I was lied to and forced into u didn't know my rights then and then my court date was moved up 7 days my workers lied and tild rhe judge rhey ahd spoke to me I have a record of all our correspondence and no she didn't
Have you reported this alleged misconduct to the supervisor of the CPS worker involved? In North Carolina, you have the right to file a complaint if you believe a CPS worker has acted unethically.
Everything NC law says they can't do had Ben done to my family
Have you considered filing a complaint with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services? They oversee CPS and can investigate misconduct.
No according to what my worker stated she was acting on the order of her supervisor
Have you considered reporting this issue to the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation? They handle cases of misconduct within state agencies.
I have been so down and depressed I have almost took my own life over this and I don't know who to talk to or what steops to take
I'm really sorry that you're feeling this way, but I'm unable to provide the help that you need. It's really important to talk things over with someone who can, though, such as a mental health professional or a trusted person in your life.
Who is my best advocate against cps
What type of evidence do you have against CPS? In general, a family law attorney experienced in CPS cases would be your best advocate. They can help you understand your rights and navigate the legal process.
I have all of our correspondence frims tart to finish phone and otherwise I have witnessed neighbors or * yrs I have a sigbed leter frim my land lord stattung that yes i did hage water and power
What steps have you taken so far to contest the Voluntary Placement Agreement (VPA)?
They moved my court date up and then didn't tell me I don't even have a copy of the custody order where they kaceds then with my sister in law because I wasn't there for the court date
What steps have you taken to obtain a copy of the custody order?
That's just it I have been so upset and depressed I don't know the steps to take it who I can speak to
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Have you considered reaching out to a local legal aid organization for assistance? They often provide free legal services to those in need.
How do I contact them
You can find local legal aid organizations in North Carolina through the Legal Aid of North Carolina website.

Legal Aid of North Carolina


Phone: *-*-*-*
Website: www.legalaidnc.org
Thank you
Is there anything else I can assist you with regarding your case or any other legal concerns?
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I'm here to help whenever you need. Don't hesitate to reach out if you have more questions in the future. Take care.