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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]In most cases, kids do what they want once they are 16, especially if they have a car. I read about forced visitation until 18 but never saw it play that way in real life. Most people are unwilling to go to court to force a 16 + year-old to spend time with them, as the result is typically counterproductive. [/quote] Court orders are till age 18 or graduation from high school. You failed as a parent if you let your kids do what every they want except if you are behind stopping visits, which is pretty common. [/quote] 16-year-olds with cars are going to stay where they want to stay. In some cases, it may have nothing to do with their parents. They'll choose to stay wherever is most convenient to their friends, school, and sports, and will factor in where they have a more comfortable bed and better food. My 13-year-old is already bigger than me. I don't see myself forcing him to do anything in 3 more years. It's a bit scary on a bigger level. [/quote] You are clearly the issue. [/quote] Says the dad whose kids need to be forced to see him. You're the issue, clearly. [/quote] You assume a lot and usually kids will side with the primary parent and when that parent (i.e. you) doesn't want visits, they go along with it to make you happy. [/quote] Mom blaming for the choices teenagers make when they finally reach the age of enforcing boundaries. But whatever helps you sleep at night. [/quote]
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