I realize all of this. Thanks.
I've been reading a lot of the other posts on the forum, though, and a lot of posts mention PINS petitions... What are they?
Some background information: My mother and I have a terrible relationship, unless we are away from each other. My step father is an alcoholic, and is verbally abusive towards me. There has been instances when he has gotten physical (ie, throwing things). I have dropped out of high school so that...