Cut Off, LA asked in Child Custody, Child Support and Family Law for Louisiana

Q: My son is being taken from mom by the state and they want me to have him, but I have a warrant for child support for him

I was unable to make it to a court date for the support case involving my son and a warrant was issued for my arrest but my son was taken from his mother and they want him to be with a family member. I don't know what I can do.

2 Lawyer Answers
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Answered
  • Divorce Lawyer
  • Covington, LA
  • Licensed in Louisiana

A: Go get a loan quickly and claim your son or your kid may go to foster care.

Douglas Lee Bryan
Douglas Lee Bryan
Answered
  • Marksville, LA
  • Licensed in Louisiana

A: If you make arrangements to satisfy the child support obligation the warrant will be lifted. You should speak with an attorney regarding having the support obligation suspended or cancelled for the period of time the child is with you.

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