Q: My childs mother lets me see when she wants. Im on the birth certificate, will i get in trouble if i dont take her home
She only lets me get her when she wants to go somewhere or do something. I havent seen my baby in 2 months
A:
If you are on the birth certificate but not married, you most likely had to sign an affidavit of parentage when the child was born. Right on the affidavit, it states that the mother is presumed to have custody of the child until a court order is entered stating otherwise.
In order to get designated parenting time, you would need to file a Motion with the court requesting custody and parenting time. If a current support order is entered in your case, you can file the motion within this support case, instead of starting an entirely new case.
This can be a complicated process. You should consult with a family law attorney in your area to discuss options and process. Most offer free consultations.
Kelly G Lambert III
www.kellylambertlaw.com
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