Q: My nephew is under the care of his great grandparents. I want to petition for custody
Both great grandparents have multiple medical issues. My nephew's father resides in the home, has multiple drug and assault charges, and has child neglect charges on the child. My nephew's father's brother also resides in the home, and was driving the vehicle resulting in my nephew's mother's death, and also has drug charges. The child has limited access to his toys, hardly leaves the home unless he's going to school, and has little interaction with children outside of school. I feel the whole situation is not stable for a young child. I can provide him the home he deserves. I am his maternal aunt and also have two sons, ages 6 and 8, which I feel would help with his development.
A: As a relative you have standing to file a petition for custody in the Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court in the county where the child lives. The court will make a custody determination based on the best interests of the child. Speak to an attorney for more specific advise on your situation.
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