If I’m 16, how can I divorce my dad because he is a convicted child abuser and I was one of his victims?

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If I’m 16, how can I divorce my dad because he is a convicted child abuser and I was one of his victims?

I just want to divorce him, not my mom. My parents are divorced and I really just want him out of my life.

Asked on December 2, 2015 under Family Law, Washington

Answers:

B.H.F., Member, Texas State Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 8 years ago | Contributor

It's not actually called a divorce... but you can take steps, with the assistance of an adult or an attorney... to achieve a similar objective.  You can seek to have his rights restricted or terminated as to you, especially since you were one of his victims.  You can also seek to be emancipated from him.  The first angle is actually easier than emancipation.  Look to victim programs in your area to find out what resources are available to your or your mom within your jurisdiction.


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