I was also in early and had a fear of my parents if I was not. However, unless someone complains to the police that they are there, and they are causing harm, there is nothing that can be done. It is the way the laws are. Kids don't have to fear the parent anymore, or any adult for that matter, because our laws allow that to happen. As far as where are the parents? Hmmm probably home getting high or drunk and don't even realize the kids are gone. It is scary to think what the world is really coming too.