Strawberry Plains, TN asked in Child Custody for Tennessee

Q: Hi I have,took Care of my sons girlfriends daughter since she was 3 months old she is now two half and mother talking

About leaving with her she doesn't have a fit place to take her the legal father is,homeless what can I do to get temp custody of her till her mother can provide a stable place

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Marjorie A Bristol
Marjorie A Bristol
Answered
  • Divorce Lawyer
  • Goodlettsville, TN
  • Licensed in Tennessee

A: You can file a petition in juvenile court or the mother can execute a power of attorney for child care. You should consult an attorney to look at all of the facts and help you evaluate your legal options.

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