Q: Wife filed for divorce (CO). wants to kick me out for emotional reasons... but we are civil, and there are no threat
My wife just doesn't want me around. we have 4 kids that need both of us. We have no extra money. I am the sole provider. my job only pays 16/hr. We are on food stamps and other assistance. There is no violence, drugs, adultery, or any risks. We have special needs kids, and in home therapists come in on week days to help. We homeschool all the children and I (Daddy) work from home at at online support job that allows me to work early, be off in the afternoons, & take breaks when I need to take care of the kids. I have a great relationship with the kids, love my wife, don't want a divorce,and the kids need to be back home for therapy so much else. I am bound by the landlords to live in the house. My wife simply wishes I wasn't there. I signed a piece of paper with her to let her take the kids for 2 weeks out of state for a vacation at her parents. they are to return in a week. She is upset that I won't leave. How do I protect the kids & make sure she obeys divorce law and returns?
A: Once a divorce is filed, the court can determine whether one of you has to leave. The court's primary concern will be the welfare of the children. The court can also enter orders for the return of the children if she does not return with them. You should retain an attorney to make sure your children are protected.
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