Only if your the father of your wife's daughter. If you are not, then you are considered there step-great-great grandfather. It also depends on what you are trying (or not trying) to accomplish (i.e. for estate planning purposes or something else).

The initial arrest, he generally will be out within 24 hours (if charges were brought against him (which they can even if you are not seeking for charges to be brought), then he would need to post bail and if he cannot he can be in there longer).

How old are you? If you are over 18, it possible that you can. However, anyone seeking custody of a child that who is not their biological (or adopted) parent, the individual(s) must show the court that the natural (adopted) parent(s) are unfit (i.e. abuse, drug issues, or neglecting the child)... View More

If it was not requested or discussed in your custody matter, yes you can file a separate child support action. If it is only child support you are seeking, then you should contact the Office of Child Support Enforcement Agency (OCSE) in your county who can assist you with this for a fee of $25.

The Court has the discretion to state that the parties are to be generally charged with the support of the minor child. However, the Judge must state on the record why it is in the best interest of the child for their not to be any child support awarded (i.e. the access schedule is close to 50/50... View More

If the child support is being collected through the Office of Child Support Enforcement agency (OCSE) they are the ones to determine whether or not child support should be modified or terminated. If you now have a job, you can request the modification by contact OCSE or the father can file a... View More

He wouldn't need your SSN (even if she had an interest in the house).

I am guessing that her BF has a criminal charge pending against him for the alleged DV. Yes your daughter will need to appear if she was sent a summons by the state prosecutor. Otherwise, they can find her in contempt of court and have sanctions entered against her, including a warrant for... View More

Are you getting paid during your leave? If not, you should file a modification of child support ASAP and request that child support either be reduced or terminated during the period that you are not working.

Depends on a lot of different facts which are not described in your question. Such as, is there child support still owed? Why did you receive a refund? And more.

You can file for child support so long as the child is under 18 or is still in high school and is under 19. However, you will not be able to receive any back child support from the other parent prior to the date that you file for child support. In addition, I should note that if custody is not... View More

It means that the Court believes that you did not receive adequate proof that the other side was properly served with the documents you filed with the Court and until then the case will not proceed.

Much more facts are needed to provided any type of substantive response. Such as, is there a court order that sets forth custody between you and the mother. If so, what does it say? If so, what state was the order in? What state is the child residing in now? Although as the natural parent you... View More

I would consult with an estate & trust attorney in the state in where your husband estate is/was handled to determine what if any rights you have.

It depends on what state you consider as your residence (i.e. where your drivers license is, where you file taxes, etc). Depending what state is considered your residence will determine where you are able to file for divorce. I would recommend consulting with an attorney who can provided you with... View More

You can file for a Modification of Custody to seek sole legal and physical custody. If granted you then will be able to do things such as get a passport for her to go on vacation, etc (although it is likely that you are able to do those things now, but I nor any other attorney could confirm that... View More

It depends on several facts that are not mentioned here. Such as, is there a Court Order entered that states who can claim the child and where? I would recommend that you consult with a tax attorney (or tax consultant/CPA) who can ask the appropriate questions in order to answer what rights if... View More

You would need to file for Custody in the Circuit Court of the county that you reside in. However, I should note that the Court cannot determine custody of an unborn child. You would need to prove to the Court why it is in the best interest of your children for you to have full custody of them.... View More

If this was through a guardianship case filed with the Court the trustee (the father) should be ordered to provide a yearly accounting. I am not sure which Md. Code you are referring to as there are over 20 different codes (i.e. Maryland Family Law Code 13-309 (which there isn't any),... View More

Unless there is a Court Order setting forth the custody arrangement between you and your wife and/or you believe that your children are in danger (and have some sort of evidence to support said belief) you can call the police, but they likely will not get involved. You should file for custody and... View More