Full question:
My mom is a widow. She is dating a guy, who apparently hates me. I guess because of this my mom is refusing to give me money for my personal expenses. She has stopped my pocket money as well. Can I complain against my mom? I am 15 years old and a resident of Maryland.
- Category: Minors
- Subcategory: Custody
- Date:
- State: Maryland
Answer:
You can file a complaint against your mother if she is not providing necessary support and care. Under Maryland law, a parent is not allowed to willfully fail to support their minor child. If found guilty, a parent can face a misdemeanor charge, which may result in a fine of up to one hundred dollars or imprisonment for up to three years, or both (Md. FAMILY LAW Code Ann. § 10-203).
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