Q: My granddaughter was taking from my daughter by OCS can I get her back
A: There's not enough information in your question to say more than "maybe," but that's usually the answer anyway. There is a possibility that your daughter could get the child returned to her if she agrees to a safety plan and follows through. Even if OCS keeps custody, they will give her a case plan, and if she follows that, they will return the child to her. In the mean time, you can ask to be the placement for your granddaughter. They're supposed to give preference to relatives. If they're unreasonable about any of this, you will probably need a lawyer to help you. If OCS keeps custody, your daughter needs to ask for a lawyer to be appointed for her as soon as possible. Your daughter can then tell the appointed attorney to pus for placement with you. If you have to hire your own lawyer, these cases can be difficult and drawn out, so it may be very expensive. If your daughter's lawyer isn't working with you, it would be worthwhile to at least consult with a lawyer to help you understand the system and how to deal with OCS and the court.
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