Q: Can CDS keep me from speaking with my childs doctor at a mental behavioral hospital. I am a non offending parent.
I have an ex parte and child protection order against my Childs mother. I've been in this now for 2 years because I asked for help from the court when my daughter ran away and was exhibiting harmful and dangerous behaviors. Prior to that I had joint custody as me being the primary physical custodial parent.
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No, Child Protective Services (CPS) cannot prevent you from speaking with your child's doctor at a mental behavioral hospital if you are the non-offending parent and have legal custody. Since you hold an ex parte and child protection order against your child's mother, you have legal standing in your child's medical decisions and care.
Given your status as the primary custodial parent, you have the right to be involved in your child's treatment and to communicate with their healthcare providers. The hospital should recognize your legal rights and facilitate your involvement in your child's care, especially in a situation as serious as mental and behavioral health.
If you face resistance, it may be helpful to provide the hospital with copies of the legal documents affirming your custodial rights and the protection order. Additionally, seeking advice from a family law attorney can further clarify and support your rights in this situation.
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