
Quoting
aardvarc
Yes, there is. The custodial parent bears legal responsiblity for the child. Refusing to take the child back in can result in the CP being arrested. It's a form of neglect/child abuse. If the CP won't, and the NCP can't, deal with the child, then it's time to talk to local social services agencies about options, programs, boot camps, or other alternatives of where to place the child or get help in obtaining the skills needed to address issues of rebellion. But the CP faces serious legal issues for themselves if they simply put the child out.