Denver, CO asked in Family Law, Adoption and Child Custody for Colorado

Q: I'm not on my kids birth certificate an on her mom's watch she's gotten mersa an said she now tests positive for hiv

And says I'm not her dad but either way iv been there since the start. her boyfriends beats her in front of my kid how can I get custody its not safe for her over there anymore

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Sabra M. Janko
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  • Divorce Lawyer
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • Licensed in Colorado

A: I am sorry to hear about your situation. You can file for allocation of parental responsibilities or for a modification if there is already an order. You may have to establish your paternity if Mother disputes it. You should also report to the Department of Human Services if you feel that the cild is in danger.

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