Q: Can i give custody of my children to a relative if the father is still active in the child’s life. ?
I plan on enlisting in the military. Was told since I’m a single parent i have to give up custody. If i was to want to give custody to a relative can i do so or would the child have to go directly to the other parent ?
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A: The other parent would have the primary right to custody. Only a Court Order can change that. Trying to represent yourself in any legal proceeding, especially a family matter is unwise, to put it charitably. You need an in person consultation with an experienced matrimonial attorney, who can review all previous legal proceedings and documents. Then the attorney will be able to advise you how to proceed. You need to ask yourself, can I afford not to have an attorney? Good luck.
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