Alamogordo, NM asked in Family Law and Child Custody for New Mexico

Q: My son has temporary delegation of my 11 year old because there father is in jail for drugs and she wants to live with

Me how does he sign over rights to me or can I just file custody for my daughter I’m her biological mom this is I. The state of Nebraska

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A: Parents can file for a modification of custody if there has been a significant change in circumstances that affects the best interests of the child.

You and the child's current legal guardian could jointly agree to amend the custody order. This agreement would need to be filed and approved by the court.

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