- Identify a safe place for them (room with a lock, a relative/friend’s house they can go to for help, a nearby police station, etc.). 
- Develop a code word that indicates they should call for help or go to a safe place. 
- Talk to a lawyer who specializes in domestic violence/custody law and confirm you are not violating any custody/kidnapping laws. 
Planning with Children or Dependents
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Written by Tomas Kurtz
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