Runaway Child Legal Steps

Summary

In Texas, a 17-year-old is still considered a minor. Assisting a runaway is a criminal offense under Texas Penal Code 25.06. You can report the incident to local law enforcement and provide information about those involved. Consider contacting your local police department or sheriffs office for further assistance.

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Jessie
Hello Jessie! I'm here to assist you with your legal issue. Could you please provide me with some details about your situation?
My 17 year old ran away from home yesterday
I'm really sorry to hear that, Jessie. Could you please tell me which state or country you are located in? This will help me provide you with more specific information regarding the laws and steps you can take.
.He was assisted by two people a *+ year old and a teenage girl.
Hello Jessie,
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. To provide you with the most relevant legal information, could you please let me know which state or country you are located in?
Thank you.
Texas USA
Hello Jessie,
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Under Texas law:
- At *, your child is still a minor.
- It's a criminal offense to harbor a runaway (Texas Penal Code *.*).
- You may contact local law enforcement to report and seek assistance.
Would you like information on how to proceed legally?
Yes
Hello Jessie,
To proceed legally under Texas law, you can:
- Contact your local law enforcement agency to report your runaway child.
- Provide law enforcement with any information about the individuals who assisted your child.
- Consider petitioning the court for a Child in Need of Supervision (CHINS) order.
Would you like information on how to contact your local law enforcement agency?
I know where he is, he is now at his dad's. I want to press charges against the people that assisted him in running away.
Hello Jessie,
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. To press charges against the people who assisted your child:
- Contact your local law enforcement and provide them with detailed information about the individuals involved.
- Mention that harboring a runaway is a criminal offense under Texas Penal Code *.*.
Would you like information on how to contact your local law enforcement agency?
Yes
Hello Jessie,
To contact your local law enforcement agency in Texas:
- Dial * for emergencies.
- For non-emergencies, contact your local police department or sheriff's office.
- Provide detailed information about the individuals involved.
Would you like assistance finding the contact details for your local police department or sheriff's office?