A Child Custody Lawyer Discusses Family Abduction and Kidnapping Scenarios in Divorced Families
As a parent, few things are more frightening than the thought of your children being put into danger or being placed in a situation outside of your control – except perhaps when it's the child's other parent that has created such a situation. However, as a child custody lawyer might tell you, some divorces and custody situations end up going down this terrible path that can lead to such a serious issue – kidnapping by a family member, also known as family abduction.
You and your child custody lawyer might never have a more terrifying situation to deal with, but knowing some of the reasons why a parent might kidnap their own child can help. According to the Polly Klaas Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to help find and prevent missing children, family abduction experts say that parents often kidnap a child for a number of reasons, including:
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To force a reconciliation or continued interaction with the other parent
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To punish or spite the other parent
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Out of fear of losing custody or visitation rights
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Rarely, to protect the child from the other parent and perceived molestation, abuse, or neglect of the child
The Polly Klaas Foundation lists a number of warning signs for potential family abduction, which you can also discuss with your child custody lawyer. This crime affects over 203,000 families a year and can cause serious damage to a family – especially the children involved. If you'd like more information or assistance from an experienced, courteous family law attorney, contact Brian Arrighi of Yesner & Boss, P.L. today to set up a free consultation. No matter whether you're located in New Tampa, Tampa Palms, Wesley Chapel, or anywhere else throughout the Tampa Bay area, Brian Arrighi can help.
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