Austin Child Abuse Attorneys
The bond between parent and child is meant to illustrate the human ability to unconditionally love and trust those who are nearest. However, this lofty ideal falls tragically short in the lives of many children who find their safety and wellbeing threatened by those who are supposed to love them the most. As a problem that is often difficult to document, the legal response to child abuse can be particularly strong in order to help dissuade abusive parents from being forceful with their children.
If your child has been abused, contact the Austin child abuse lawyers of Slater, Kennon & Pugh Ltd.LLP, today by calling 512-472-2431 for more information about your legal options.
Penalties for Child Abuse
If a child is attacked or neglected by one or both parents, there are several legal options available to help protect the child’s future wellbeing and pursue punishments against those responsible. In some instances, child abuse is not reported, as children or witnesses may not wish to come forward. However, the following are potential penalties for child abusers:
- Criminal charges
- Loss of child custody
- Restraining orders
These actions may remove an abusive parent from the child’s life entirely, as loss of custody or visitation, coupled with restraining orders, can make contacting the child illegal and enforceable with police action and further criminal sentences.
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Some parents may wrongly believe that they are somehow within their rights to strike their child when angry or disappointed. However, physical abuse is never acceptable. To learn more about taking legal action against an abusive parent, contact the Austin child abuse attorneys of Slater, Kennon & Pugh Ltd.LLP, at 512-472-2431 today.