Q: Do I legally have to make my children still go with their father for overnight visits when he does not even have a home?
His current wife kicked him out back in August and filed for a divorce. He has been staying at friends houses ever since. My children do not want to stay there because it is not a safe or secure location and they feel very uncomfortable. (Lots of alcohol and partying take place) My 14 year old comes home in tears nearly every visit with him and has asked that I not make her stay overnight with him anymore. He only sees them 1 evening a week and every other weekend currently.
A: Based on your question, legally yes. You may need to seek counsel to file a modification based on the change in circumstances so that the court can give you further guidance on future visitation if you think this type of visitation is not in the best interest of your children.
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