Q: What do I do when a judge went against me on an ex parte filed against my daughter.
I filed an ex parte against my daughter and her baby's father for custody of my grandson at the advice of the DCFS workers. The judge filed against me and had the child removed from my care. He said we had a criminal history. Myself nor my husband has ever been convicted of a crime. DCFS place the child in care of my sister-in-law. What is my next step for 72-hour Court. My grandson was born with heroin in his system and spent 44 days in the NICU. My husband and I were not allowed to go and visit him because of the coronavirus but we were allowed to call everyday twice a day to check on him and we did this. We have a stable home and we are financially able to take care of my grandson. What is my next move to get custody of my grandson. My daughter also signed a provisional custody agreement and a notarized statement saying that she left her child in our care. Please assist I need to know what steps do I need to take to ensure my grandson comes and lives with us
A: Your daughter's provisional custody is only good if it was signed before DCFS took custody. You need to hire a juvenile court lawyer. Your daughter cannot live under your roof if you are seeking custody.
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