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Originally Posted by Data
My son abuses the internet. He is 13 and has Autism/ADHD.
Last night the police visited as there has been a complaint that someone on instagram has been inciting minors to engage in sexual activity, and sending other sexualised messages to children.
What makes it worse is that he set up the account in my name, with my picture.
Fortunately the policeman knows us and says he thought the messages sounded like something my son would send rather than me.
At the moment his cell/mobile phone is in my car boot/trunk along with his tablet device. Last night we had a confrontation as he would not give me the keys back.
I am closing the blinds in my office at work today and just hiding from the world. I am so upset  . |
I can't imagine what you're going through and I'm thinking of you. But I'm going to go out on a limb here. To help, not stress you out.
You are vulnerable to extremely serious criminal charges (still innocent until proven guilty) here with your son using your name and this activity. It doesn't matter that the police knows you. The State District Attorney's Office is the one who decides to file charges. Also, the potential civil lawsuits by victims' are ... who knows how many.
This is unofficial legal advice and I promise my intent is not to upset you. You should strongly consider NO computer access. Maybe no computer in the house.
I hope things get better. Perhaps a full assessment for personality disorders might be helpful, if that hasn't been ruled out. I hope he is able to live a happy life within the confines of the law. He's on a fast track to felony juvenile delinquency. It's not your fault.
You sound like a great parent going through many challenges. I hope my post wasn't offensive. I'm a retired attorney and this is not legal advice...consider it a layperson's opinion.