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1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody and Family Law for North Carolina on
Q: My son is 15, he resides in North Carolina with his father. I live in louisiana, we have joint custody he has physical

This was my son's choice. He has since sent my son to live with his ex and will not allow him back in his house to live. I want to bring him home to Louisiana. Can I just go get him and is this legal for him to do? My son tried to go back home to his house on Sat and was told he could not stay... View More

Jeffrey Berman
Jeffrey Berman
answered on Dec 7, 2021

The answer to your question depends if there is a custody order in place. Both parents are required to follow any Court orders. If one or both parents wish to change the order, a motion needs to be followed with the Courts. If both parents are in agreement, a consent order signed by both parents... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for North Carolina on
Q: What rights do I have as a father? I'm 19 and she's 21. We are not together and had twins 3 months ago.

She only let's me see them when it's convenient for her. When she has them there's no arguing. When I have them she constantly texts me when will she get them back and wants to argue. I'm tired. What are my rights as a father or do I have any?

Jeffrey Berman
Jeffrey Berman
answered on Nov 8, 2021

You have custody & visitation rights as any father woud.

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