South Bend, IN asked in Criminal Law, Family Law and Child Custody for Indiana

Q: My friends boyfriend just got picked up for misconduct with a minor will he still be able to be around his own children?

They have a one year old and are currently expecting another child. What happens if she doesn't leave him?

1 Lawyer Answer
Troy Tyson
Troy Tyson
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  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • Greenwood, IN

A: Matters like this are largely left to the discretion of the judge, and are based on the somewhat ambiguous standard of the "best interests of the child." Because of the potential complexity, it would be highly advisable to sit down with an experienced family law attorney, and discuss the case specifics in more detail.

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