Cps Rights Violation Concerns

Summary

In Ohio, parents have rights such as being notified of allegations, legal representation, and refusing home entry. If CPS demands a drug test or fails to inform you of case changes, it may be a violation. Document evidence, contact a lawyer, and file a complaint if necessary. Present your progress in rehabilitation and commitment to your childrens well-being in court. If CPS lied under oath, document it and inform your lawyer.

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Cps case i feel like my rights have been violated
Hello Crystal, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Can you please tell me which state you're located in? This is important as CPS laws can vary by state.
Ohio
Hello Crystal, in Ohio:
- Parents have a right to be notified of allegations.
- You have a right to legal representation.
- You have the right to refuse entry into your home.

Could you please specify how you believe your rights were violated?
Because when they first got involved they said if I didn't take a drug test that they were going to take my kids and and they don't notify me right away when there's a change in my case has lied and I can prove that she lied multiple times
Hello Crystal, I understand your situation. In Ohio, CPS should offer a drug test, not demand it. If they didn't inform you about case changes, it's a violation. Consider:
- Gathering evidence of these violations.
- Contacting a lawyer for advice.
- Filing a complaint against CPS.
They took my kids because I failed a drug screen I've been doing drug classes drug counseling and tomorrow is a case hearing for custody and I feel like they should give my kids back cuz I've been doing everything they want me to do
Hello Crystal, here are some points for your situation in Ohio:
- The court considers your progress in rehabilitation.
- Present evidence of your continued sobriety.
- Have people vouch for your fitness as a parent.
- Legal representation can help advocate for you.
Stay strong and good luck with your hearing.
They also stated that my kids are basic needs need to be met but then they also stated that I met their basic needs so they have everything they need clothes food beds up-to-date shots
Hello Crystal, it's positive that you're meeting your kids' basic needs. In Ohio:
- Meeting children's basic needs is vital.
- Continue showing your commitment to their well-being.
- Document all efforts to improve your situation.
- Legal representation can help present your case effectively.
They also said they found every possible reason not to remove my children but they didn't
Hello Crystal, if CPS in Ohio stated they found no reason to remove your children, that's a good sign. For your upcoming hearing:
- Present this statement if it's documented.
- Show your improvements and commitment.
- Legal representation can help highlight these points.
Good luck!
I mean they also lie on under oath understand
Hello Crystal, lying under oath is perjury and is a serious offense in Ohio. If you can prove this:
- Document the instances and evidence.
- Bring this to the attention of your lawyer.
- This could be substantial in your case.